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5 Fun Facts About Oxytocin, the “Cuddle Hormone”

Here’s why you should love oxytocin.

Then vs. Now: The Chauvinist History of PMS

One doctor once wrote that PMS turns Sweet Sues into Horrible Hannahs.

IBD vs. IBS: What’s the Difference?

The acronyms may be similar, but do NOT mix up these 2 gut problems.

The Right Heart Failure Treatment Plan for You

It’s not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Dangerous Myths About Breast Cancer Prevention + Detection

Is it safe to wear deodorant?

4 Ways Your Skin Helps Keep Your Whole Body Healthy

#2: Your skin actually helps form strong bones + teeth.

Understanding Heart Failure: What Is Ejection Fraction?

This measurement helps determine how well your heart is pumping.

At What Age Should You Start Getting Mammograms?

There’s no easy answer: It depends on your personal risk factors.

A Quick Guide for the Coronavirus Outbreak

On Jan. 30, WHO declared an international public health concern.

3 Lifestyle Changes to Minimize Your Breast Cancer Risk

You can’t guarantee prevention, but you *can* reduce your risk.

This Is How Doctors Diagnose Crohn’s Disease

The sooner you have a diagnosis, the sooner you can start treatment.

Doctor Decoded: Genetic vs. Hereditary

Gene mutations can be either acquired or inherited.

New Heart Failure Treatment Options You Need to Know

“We have so many success stories in heart failure management.”

Is Low Libido a Problem? Signs of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

It affects an estimated 1 in 10 women.

Doctor Decoded: 3 Types of Primary Care Doctors

Should you see an internist, or a family practitioner?

Acne, Explained in Less Than 2 Minutes

Here’s what’s going on beneath that red bump.

Colorectal Cancer, Explained in Under 2 Minutes

It (often) starts with a polyp.

High Blood Pressure, Explained in Just 2 Minutes

What causes those numbers to go up and down?

Constipation, Explained in Just 2 Minutes

Feeling, er, plugged up? Here’s what’s going on in your bowels.

Chemotherapy, Explained in Under 2 Minutes

How exactly does chemo fight cancer, anyway?

Coronary Artery Disease, Explained in Less Than 2 Minutes

Here’s what may disrupt blood flow in these heart-huggin’ arteries.

Rosacea, Explained in Less Than 2 Minutes

Redness in the face is just one symptom of this skin condition.

Cold Sores, Explained in Just 2 Minutes

Statistically, you likely carry the virus that causes cold sores.

Atrial Fibrillation, Explained in Less Than 2 Minutes

A heart with AFib marches to its own beat.

Then vs. Now: The History of "Ideal" Female Body Types

Your idea of a perfect figure may go out of style soon.

Then vs. Now: The Ancient Theory Behind Bloodletting

Is it possible to have too much blood? Ancient doctors thought so.

Then vs. Now: The Creepy History of Anesthesia

Imagine being hypnotized before a root canal.

Then vs. Now: The Promising History of Fecal Transplants

These poop-derived treatments are making a serious comeback.

Then vs. Now: The Evolution of Migraine Treatment

Fact: Migraines were once considered a symptom of demonic possession.

Then vs. Now: The Impressive History of the Measles Vaccine

How one discovery reduced measles cases by 80% in a single year.

Then vs. Now: The Evolution of Period Products

Moss for tampons? Buffalo skin for pads? Feminine hygiene has come so far.

Then vs. Now: The History of Medical Marijuana

Medical marijuana isn’t a 21st-century invention.

Then vs. Now: The Decline of the “Hysteria” Diagnosis

Ever wonder how “hysterical” got such a bad rap?

Master Your Medicine: How to Tell You No Longer Need Your Medication

Feeling well again is not a sign to abandon your treatment plan.

Master Your Medicine: How to Better Understand Your Prescription

If you often think: “Why am I even taking these?” See this.

Master Your Medicine: How to Ease Your Worries About Addiction or Dependency

It’s important that you feel good about the medicine you’re taking.

Master Your Medicine: How to Remember to Take Your Medication

Keep forgetting to take your meds? Try these tricks.

Master Your Medicine: How to Lower Your Prescription Costs Online

These online tools and apps may save you as much as $100.

Master Your Medicine: How to Keep Your Medicines Organized

Does your medication routine “spark joy”?

Master Your Medicine: How to Ease Your Worries About Side Effects

Afraid of medication side effects? You have options.

Master Your Medicine: Ways Your Doctor Can Lower Your Medication Cost

Can’t afford your meds? Your doctor can help.

Ask a Nutritionist!

You wondered, we answered. Here, nutritionists shed light on your biggest healthy eating dilemmas.

Flow

In this fitness series, yoga instructor Elise Joan leads 10-minute yoga routines, each with its own focus and benefits. Find yoga routines tailored to boost your balance, strength, confidence, and more.

Eating Out With Diabetes

Can you dine out with diabetes and still stick to your healthy diet? Here, registered dietitian Sharon Richter explains how to make nutritious choices while dining out.

Nail the Move

Perfect your form at the gym as certified trainers Jennifer Jacobs and Armond Jordan demonstrate the correct technique for popular strength-training moves.

Charles Chen In The Kitchen

Wellness expert Charles Chen lost 100 pounds by changing his entire approach to food. Here’s how he did it.

Kitchen Tips

Improve your skills and save time in the kitchen with these simple tips and tricks!

To Eat With Love

Trendy diets may come and go, but the Mediterranean diet is a long-time favorite among health experts.  In this series, nutritionist Fiorella DiCarlo, RD, CDN, cooks up easy, healthy recipes from all over the Mediterranean region.

Clean Eating

Clean eating is all about finding healthier alternatives to your favorite indulgent food. It’s not about limitations, but a lifestyle where you add healthy foods in. Join nutrition expert Arielle Haspel as she guides you through her Clean Eating favorites

Eating by Heart

Embrace a diet that consists of less fat, sugar and sodium… without denying flavor and enjoyment. Learn to make a variety of heart healthy dishes that includes salads, tacos and chicken recipes. Bask in the lighter side of eating well.

Just Get Started

Trainer Rob Sulaver has created beginner, low impact workouts to help you Just Get Started. Rob adds some creativity and fun, using items in your home like the couch, your bed and the laundry detergent. You are officially out of excuses!

Kickstart Workouts

Certified trainer Holly Rilinger kicks you into shape with workouts you can do at the gym or at home! This new fitness series of instructional video workouts will target all areas of your body - working on your abs, legs, arms and beyond.

Chef Tips

Think you can’t cook as well as a pro? Think again! In this series, Chef Jason Fullilove reveals the restaurant secrets for making fresh, flavorful dishes that look as great as they taste. With these chef tips, you might develop a new love for the kitchen

HIIT This

Trainers Rob Sulaver and Kara Liotta take you through High Intensity Interval Training. Each workout is a blast of energy you can do at home. Rob and Kara focus on all parts of your body, emphasizing correct form to take you from beginner to advanced.

Happy Belly

Enjoy dietitian approved dishes for conditions that are easy on the belly. Get easy and delicious recipes, and tips on foods to avoid.

Gluten Free Tasty

Come explore the world of gluten free foods as our chefs share their diverse visions and backgrounds to create easy-to-prepare versions of your favorite foods.

Right Side Of The Bed

Diabetes Bites

Registered Dietician Fiorella DiCarlo guides you through classic recipes healthy for a diabetic diet

Did You Know?

Have you ever wondered if common health myths are actually true? Join our Chief Medical Editor Dr. Preeti Parikh as she debunks these myths and shares the medical facts in our new illustrated series "Did you Know?"