Feeling crappy, pain and many other acute or especially nagging symptoms can make us feel like our health has spun out of control. The solution so often is to simplify your self-care. But regardless of the particulars of your situation, there’s one thing for sure—anxiety and disappointment about the state of your self-care are likely exacerbating your symptoms. Like so often in modern life, stepping back tells us so often we really need to simplify both our perceptions and health promoting...

Teen Heart Health: Strong Heart, Strong You Teen Heart Health: Strong Heart, Strong You Heart health isn’t just an “adult problem.” The habits you build as a teen can protect your energy, mood, athletic performance, and long-term health for years to come. Here are simple, real-life ways to keep your heart strong without being perfect: 1) Move your body every day (even a little), Sports count. Walking counts. Dancing counts. Goal:  30–60 minutes most days (it can be broken into chunks). 2)...

Men's Heart Health Reminder Many men delay routine health visits because they feel fine, they’re busy, or they don’t want to “make a big deal” out of symptoms. But heart health is one of those areas where waiting for symptoms is the wrong strategy because the best time to act is before something happens. Heart Health Month is your reminder: strong doesn’t mean silent. Strong means proactive. Why men often miss early warning signs Men are more likely to: put off preventive visits downplay...