Sharna Burgess recalls the ‘slippery slope’ of smoking meth as a teen
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Strengthen your core in just 7 minutes a day with this 31-day challenge
See and feel a difference in your core strength in just one month with this walking and bodyweight strength plan.
Easy, healthy meal ideas for the week ahead: Chicken fried rice, taco soup and more
This week we're taking inspiration from your favorite takeout dishes for a satisfying menu of better-for-you meals at home.
After losing 200 pounds, this mom is having 20 pounds of loose skin removed
Kristi Ray Ledgerwood turned her life around with walking, a low-carb diet and medication. The next step in her journey is removing 20 pounds of loose skin.
Mental Health
See AllRevitalize your mind and body with the latest in diet, fitness, wellness, medicine and relationships.
4 breathing techniques to ease your anxiety in minutes
Slower breathing can reduce anxiety and fear, while increasing the ability to reason.
Burned out? How to take a mental health day to rest and recharge
82% of employed Gen Z employees want mental health days to combat burnout. Here’s how to take a day off to rest, recharge and reflect.
Viral 'heaven's receptionist' videos are helping people cope with grief
Even those who aren't religious are finding comfort in Taryn Delanie Smith's videos depicting what happens when you arrive in heaven.
I can’t get into meditation. How can I quiet my mind?
Some people find it easier to slow their mind when their body is moving.
Women's Health
See AllUp-to-date news, stories and tips on living healthy and wellness for women. Find health news, nutrition tips, fitness tips and more.
Woman’s heart attack symptoms dismissed as panic attack by paramedics: ‘No one had my back’
Katherine Fitzgerald felt like she was dying, but paramedics told her it was a panic attack. She soon learned she was right and wonders if her complications were from delayed care.
New mom, 32, suddenly couldn't see or hear. It was the 1st sign of a rare heart condition
After three weeks of medical detective work, doctors pinpointed the cause of her life-threatening symptoms.
Mom with terminal cancer planned a farewell trip with her son. Then she was cured
Leslie Stone's cancer was aggressive and eventually was in so many places she thought she'd never be without it. A new treatment changed her future.
Sherri Shepherd opens up about secretly getting breast reduction: 'Not a vanity thing'
“This was not a vanity thing. I really needed to have this done because of the pain," she said.
Fitness
See AllGet the latest exercise tips, fitness challenges and workout trends to try at home for health and wellbeing.
20 best exercises to tone every muscle in your arm
The best arm workout incorporates exercises that target your triceps, biceps and shoulders.
Everyone should be doing planks. Here's why
Planks work your abs, arms, back and lower body. But performing the plank exercise properly is key to reaping the benefits.
This 2-hour window is the best time of day to work out for weight loss, study finds
If you have a choice, certain parts of the day offer different benefits when it comes to exercise.
Her doctor said she couldn't lose weight without surgery. She proved him wrong and lost 110 pounds
Kerri Fitzgerald committed to a healthy diet and walking plan to lose weight to qualify for a heart transplant. Now, she's regained her health and no longer needs one.
Sleep
See AllTossing and turning? Unlock the secrets to better sleep with tips and tricks from the experts.
Staying up late may put you at greater risk of diabetes, a new study finds
Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that people who naturally prefer to stay up late are more likely to have poor lifestyle habits
Your 'sleep personality' may be keeping you from getting quality rest. Find out yours
Are you a busy brain or a sensitive sleeper?
This is the ideal sleep temperature for older adults, new study finds
If you're 65 or over, you may want to turn up the thermostat.
Summer heat can make sleep harder. Stop doing these 3 things before bed
Increased light, heat and socializing can mess with our sleep in the summer months.
Diet & Nutrition
See AllFrom plant-based to low-carb, choose an eating philosophy that will boost your health.
Watch out, Ozempic? Another diabetes drug is 'superior' for weight loss in studies
Type 2 diabetes treatment tirzepatide, which is sold under the brand name Mounjaro, awaits FDA approval as a weight-loss medication.
6 medical experts share their favorite breakfast smoothie recipes
Start your day with these healthy breakfast smoothie recipes that medical professionals love.
Looking for a low-calorie cocktail? The 7 best things to order
There are several alcoholic beverages that people can enjoy if they're trying to watch their calorie intake, but still imbibe. Experts share what to order.
Oprah Winfrey on Ozempic, willpower and weight loss: 'I was shamed for years, I’m sick of it'
The talk show host asked doctors if this is a "miracle moment" when it comes to obesity treatment.