Doctor reveals how to prevent and manage headaches, migraines
There are headaches — and then there’s the kind of head pain that makes you want to crawl under the covers and do nothing. If you know what we’re talking about, you’ve likely had a migraine. Although more than 1 billion people live with migraines worldwide, there’s no cure for the condition. Luckily, there are […]
How to avoid the worst of jet lag and maximize your travel
LONDON (AP) — It’s the bane of many travelers: jet lag. Nobody wants to lose out because they’re too tired to enjoy the delights of their vacation spot. Here are some tips on how to handle jet lag, wherever you might end up. What is jet lag? Scientists define jet lag as the effect on […]
How to influence management to make safety and health changes
Navigating health and safety in the workplace can sometimes be very challenging. The challenge is not just in identifying what needs to change but in persuading management to embrace those changes. From my personal experience, influencing management on health and safety issues requires persistence, clear communication and strategic insights. I recall a particular instance when […]
How to Stop Wildfire Smoke Damaging Your Health
THIS ARTICLE IS republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. When wildfires rage, the immediate threat is obvious—but smoke from the fires actually kills far more people than the flames. As fires become more frequent, that smoke is leading to a public health crisis. In a new study published in the journal Science […]
How to use psychology to hack your mind and fall in love with exercise
If the idea of exercise seems more attractive to you than the reality, you will identify with Jessica Howard. She had always nurtured the vague intention of running a marathon, but had struggled to get off the sofa. “I didn’t run, I didn’t move,” she recalls. “I was a couch potato.” This all changed when, […]
How to beat the three types of hunger, by a diet expert who’s written a smash-hit book on how to cut cravings for ultra-processed foods
Ultra-processed food can be hard to resist. Not only is it designed to be quick and convenient to eat, research shows that certain additives and flavour combinations can lead to addictive eating behaviours. Today, in the final part of my series to wean you off UPFs in just 30 days, we will look at — […]
Too many pills? How to talk to your doctor about reviewing what’s needed
Swallowing a handful of pills is a daily ritual for many people, from young adults coping with anxiety to older adults managing chronic conditions. Overall, 13% of people in the U.S. take five or more prescription drugs. For those 65 and older, that number is 42%. If you’re taking multiple meds, it’s smart to be […]
How to read your stools
Clues to the state of your health can be found in the toilet bowl – here’s what to look out for, writes Dan Baumgardt for The Conversation. One of my hometown’s claims-to-fame, aside from the magnificence of the Clifton Suspension Bridge, is being the birthplace of the mighty Bristol Stool Chart. This seven category scale, […]
Experts Reveal How To Support Mental Health On A Weight Loss Journey
It’s estimated that one in eight U.S. adults has used a GLP-1 agonist medication, according to a survey from health policy research organization KFF that was released in May of 2024. While more traditionally used to treat diabetes or to prevent heart attacks and strokes in those with heart disease, they have become increasingly popular […]
How to combat loneliness in the workplace
Twice each month, executives at the dating app company Hinge gather for a team meeting. But rather than dive into discussions about metrics or revenue, they begin by simply talking. For the first 30 minutes of the two-hour meeting, these coworkers reveal hopes and anxieties — what they worry about, what they’re grateful for, what […]