What could you remember if you stopped wasting brainpower on the little things? By offloading everyday details to calendars, reminder apps, and simple routines—like keeping your keys and glasses in the same place—you free up mental space for what really matters. Clear the clutter, cut the distractions, and give your brain room to learn and remember more.
Could staying social be one of the simplest ways to protect your brain? Conversations, games, and time spent with friends challenge attention and memory, helping strengthen neural connections and build cognitive reserve. Regular social engagement may even slow age-related decline.
Eating Mediterranean-style—rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, olive oil, and fish—is one of the most powerful ways to protect your heart and overall health. Try simple swaps like Greek yogurt with berries for breakfast, a classic Greek salad for lunch, or salmon with whole grains and roasted vegetables for dinner.
More people today are living longer today, but they are also living with chronic pain. Chronic pain can make it harder to work, care for family, or enjoy life. In this report, you’ll learn how to identify different types of pain, getting a diagnosis, and how to get treatment so you can get relief from chronic pain.
What's keeping you up at night? It could be any of a number of sleep disorders. Find out how much you know about insomnia and other sleep problems by taking our quiz.
Strength training isn’t just for building muscle. It’s one of the best ways to protect your bones. Using weights, resistance bands, or machines can help prevent bone loss, boost lean muscle, and improve your body composition. Make strength training a key part of your exercise routine.
New research shows that women who follow a strict vegetarian diet may face a higher risk of hip fractures compared with those who eat meat, even occasionally. Fish eaters and occasional meat eaters did not show this increased risk.
You don’t need to sit in silence to practice mindfulness. With the open awareness approach, you can stay present anywhere—while eating, walking, or even playing with a child. Focus on your breath, your senses, and the task at hand, letting thoughts come and go without judgment.
Deep breathing helps your body unwind. Sit comfortably, breathe in for four seconds, hold for seven, and exhale slowly for eight. Long exhalations activate the vagus nerve, calming your heart and easing stress. Try it for 15–20 minutes a day.