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Sunlight is not your enemy

Rowan Jacobsen. Photo by Chris Hartlove Health Sunlight is not your enemy Health benefits outweigh the risks for most of us, according to new book Samantha Laine Perfas Harvard Staff Writer July 6, 2026 5 min read Public health messaging about the sun tends to…

It’s good to break a sweat, but don’t sweat the details

Health It’s good to break a sweat, but don’t sweat the details ‘What’s important is the total amount of human movement.’ Alvin Powell Harvard Staff Writer June 23, 2026 3 min read Your body doesn’t care how you move, as long as you move. That…

Finding ways to ‘drug the undruggable’ diseases

Greg Verdine. Health Finding ways to ‘drug the undruggable’ diseases Greg Verdine, a force behind pancreatic cancer progress, learned from a devastating family accident the value of improvisational thinking Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer June 22, 2026 6 min read Part of the Profiles of…

Add These Fruits to Your Diet for Their Anti-Inflammatory Benefits

Inflammation is a natural part of the body’s defense system. When you get injured or fight an infection, inflammation helps the healing process. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it may contribute to a variety of health problems, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, and…

Could Drinking More Water Support Better Health as You Age?

Water is essential for life, yet many people do not think much about hydration until they feel thirsty. Emerging research suggests that staying properly hydrated may do more than simply quench thirst—it could play an important role in long-term health and healthy aging. While water…

Regular Physical Activity in Midlife May Help Lower Dementia Risk

Staying active during midlife and later adulthood may do more than support your heart, muscles, and weight. It may also help protect your brain as you age. Research continues to suggest that people who remain physically active in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond may…

Trying to Lose Weight? Don’t Forget to Protect Your Muscle

Many people focus on the number on the scale when trying to lose weight. While reducing excess body fat can improve health, weight loss is not always as simple as losing fat alone. Without the right approach, you may also lose valuable muscle mass, which…

Stretching Studios: Are They Worth It?

Stretching has become a growing wellness trend, with dedicated stretching studios appearing in many cities. These businesses offer one-on-one assisted stretching sessions designed to improve flexibility, mobility, posture, and overall movement quality. While the concept may sound appealing, many people wonder whether professional stretching services…

Do Natural Sugars in Fruit Raise Triglyceride Levels

Many people trying to improve heart health become concerned about sugar in their diet. Since fruit contains natural sugars, it is reasonable to wonder whether eating fruit can raise triglyceride levels. For most people, whole fruit is not a major cause of high triglycerides. Fruit…

How to Get More Fiber in Your Diet

Fiber is an important part of a healthy diet, yet many people do not get enough of it each day. Found naturally in plant foods, fiber supports digestion, helps you feel full, and may contribute to better heart and metabolic health. The best way to…

High Triglycerides: When Should You Be Concerned?

Most people are familiar with cholesterol when it comes to heart health, but triglycerides are another important blood fat that deserves attention. While triglycerides play a useful role in providing energy, having too much of them in your bloodstream may increase the risk of cardiovascular…

The Best Exercise Programs for Improving Balance

Balance plays a crucial role in everyday life. Whether you are walking up stairs, getting out of a chair, carrying groceries, or exercising, good balance helps you move safely and confidently. While balance naturally changes with age, it can be strengthened through targeted exercise and…

Prediabetes Diet: How Better Food Choices Can Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

Prediabetes means your blood sugar is higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. The good news is that prediabetes can often be improved with daily lifestyle changes, especially through healthier eating, regular movement, and weight management. There is…

Growing Asian Culinary Herbs Beyond the Tropics: Four Plants to Try

Many Asian culinary herbs originate in warm or subtropical regions, yet with a bit of thoughtful care, they can still find a place in gardens that experience cooler seasons. By treating some of these plants as annuals, growing them in containers, or bringing them indoors…

Plant-based diets may help lower the risk of chronic constipation

Mediterranean and plant-based diets linked to lower risk of chronic constipation A study published online in Gastroenterology on July 2, 2025, suggests that long-term dietary patterns may play a significant role in the risk of developing chronic constipation in middle-aged and older adults. Researchers followed…

Shining new light on vitamin D and cancer

Higher vitamin D intake linked to 50% lower risk of young-onset colorectal cancer Consuming higher amounts of vitamin D — primarily through dietary sources — may significantly reduce the risk of developing young-onset colorectal cancer or precancerous colon polyps, according to a new study. The…