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Eager to feel a whole lot better than "okay"? Looking for common-sense advice grounded in the very best medical and scientific research? You've come to the right place. We cover everything from the basic body systems that make or break your vitality to the complex influences — like genetics, chronic disease and the environment — that impact your well-being and quality of life.

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Comfort Food for Your Brain
By Mark Hyman, MD, November 2009

What you feed your body, you also feed your brain - sometimes to its detriment. Learn how to nourish your gray matter for more balanced moods,... READ ON ...

Give It a Rest
By Alisa Bauman, November 2009

You're willing to push yourself, even when it hurts. You know how to tough it out, even when you're tired. But do you know when to back off -... READ ON ...

High Anxiety
By Joseph Hart, November 2009

Some 40 million Americans regularly suffer from troubling levels of anxiety. Find out what triggers these episodes, how our bodies respond, and... READ ON ...

The Morning Rush
By Jon Spayde, October 2009

Had enough of frenzied, crazy-making mornings? Here's how to start your days more sanely - and enjoy energy-boosting benefits all day long.... READ ON ...

Energy Crisis
By Jennifer Barrett, October 2009

Is your body experiencing an energy shortage? Learn how your system creates and uses energy, and you'll have a better shot at ramping up... READ ON ...

Fast Track Liver Detox
By Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, CNS, October 2009

Whether you're trying to drop unwanted pounds or flush out unwelcome toxins, you need a healthy liver to make it happen. Here's how to keep this... READ ON ...

The Will to Live
By Suzy Frisch, September 2009

Determined not to let cancer get the best of him, Jeff Boonstra used exercise and positive thinking to help him conquer the disease - twice .... PRINT EDITION ONLY

Active at Heart
By Sally Edwards and Bev Robinson, September 2009

Kids and tweens today aren't getting enough exercise. You may think of their attachment to electronic gadgets as a big part of the problem,... READ ON ...

A Different Kind of Dentistry
By Kristin Ohlson, September 2009

Holistic dentists take a whole-body approach to dental care - an approach enthusiastically embraced by a growing clientele, and largely rejected... READ ON ...

On the Bright Side
By Jennifer Barrett, July-August 2009

We know that excessive sun exposure is unhealthy, but there's increasing evidence that blocking out all the sun's rays can be equally dangerous.... READ ON ...

Give Yourself a Break
By Experience Life Staff, July-August 2009

Smart, super-practical reasons to build more idleness, downtime and moments of enjoyment into your busy life. READ ON ...

Ha Ha!, Ah! and Ahh!
By Michael J. Gelb, July-August 2009

Enjoying humor and engaging in laughter have serious - and positive - consequences for our health, happiness and chances for success. Here's the... READ ON ...

You, Unplugged
By Courtney Helgoe, June 2009

Feeling caught in the electrical current? Maybe it's time to connect to the real world. READ ON ...

Cholesterol Reconsidered
By Experience Life Staff, June 2009

Research disputes cholesterol's reputation as the primary culprit behind heart disease. Here's the real scoop on its role in the body, the right... READ ON ...

Light Rhythms
By Karen Olson, June 2009

How and when we are exposed to light can affect our bodies in some surprising (and not always beneficial) ways. Here's what you need to know... READ ON ...

What We Don't Know About Lyme
By Pamela Weintraub, June 2009

When a mysterious and debilitating illness overtook her and her family, the author struggled to find some answers. What she discovered about... READ ON ...

Not Your Average Patient: How Empowering Health Seekers Are Redefining Healthcare
By Joseph Hart, May 2009

Is healthcare something delivered by a provider when you get sick - or something you do for yourself to stay vital, healthy and well ? A... READ ON ...

The Healer Within
By Pamela Weintraub, May 2009

Science has now confirmed that our thoughts and emotions have very real physiological consequences. What does this mean for medicine in the 21st... READ ON ...

The Better Good Life: An Essay on Personal Sustainability
By Pilar Gerasimo, April 2009

When we hear the word "sustainability," we tend to think in terms of the environment and natural resources. But sustainability principles are... READ ON ...

Out From Under: Escaping the Burdens of Debt Stress
By Catherine Guthrie, March 2009

The worry, distraction and shame associated with debt can take an emotional and physical toll on our health. Here's a look at the confounding... READ ON ...

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