Many people suffer from sleep apnea without knowing
What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder. People with OSA often snore loudly and stop breathing at times...
Eating right, staying fit
Good Food Equals Better Health
Did you know the food we eat can affect how fit we are?
A recent study published in a big science...
Tips for improving sleep in older adults
Brienne Miner, MD, MHS, assistant professor of medicine (geriatrics), loves to talk about sleep.
She first became interested in the subject when she noticed the...
A nap a day keeps the doctor away: How to know if you’re napping...
It's no secret; life is exhausting. After a long day of class or work, it takes everything not to fall asleep as soon as...
Sleep spindles may reduce anxiety in people with PTSD
A new study shows that sleep spindles, brief bursts of brain activity occurring during one phase of sleep and captured by EEG, may regulate...
Low-carb or low-fat diets may help middle-aged and older people live longer
A new study has found that both low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets can prolong life in middle-aged and older adults.
The study was conducted by researchers...
Doing yoga at home may reduce anxiety, boost memory
Yoga has long been touted for its physical and mental health benefits.
Now, a new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has found that...
Health benefits and risks of yoga you need to know
Yoga is an ancient practice that combines physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation to promote physical and mental health.
It has gained immense popularity worldwide,...
How a self-care expert takes care of herself
Self-care means many things to many people. To Dr. Beth Frates, director of lifestyle medicine and wellness in the department of surgery at Massachusetts...
How to effectively reduce belly fat
Belly fat, also known as visceral fat, is a common problem that affects many people.
Not only is it unsightly, but it can also lead...