Your immune system constantly defends you from harmful germs like bacteria and viruses, but your body also hosts trillions of helpful microbes—your microbiome—that live on your skin, in your gut, and elsewhere. These “good” germs help digest food, make vitamins, protect you from harmful invaders, and help regulate inflammation.
Staying steady on your feet isn’t just luck—it's a skill you can build. In this 10-question quiz, test your balance know-how and get instant feedback with simple tips to help you prevent falls and stay confident on your feet.
Dealing with itchy, cracked skin between your toes? An over-the-counter antifungal and a few smart habits (hello, flip-flops) can usually clear athlete’s foot—but if it doesn’t budge in a few weeks, it’s time to call your doctor.
If you have lots of unusual moles, a family or personal history of skin cancer, certain genetic risks, or past blistering burns or tanning bed use, you’re in the 1 in 5 who should see a dermatologist every year for a full-body skin check.
If you avoid sunscreen because it clumps in your beard or mustache, switch to a lightweight gel and a handy sunscreen stick so you can protect your face—hair and all—without the white, sticky mess.
A sunburn is more than just red, painful skin—it’s a sign that your skin cells have been damaged. The sooner you treat it, the better you can support healing and protect your skin long-term. From cool soaks and smart moisturizing to simple hydration tweaks, these quick tips can help calm the sting, speed recovery, and get your skin back on track.
Meditation can be a natural part of everyday life, similar to maintaining a healthy diet or exercise routine. In this video, learn how meditation can be simple, flexible, and can be practiced almost anywhere.
A long-term study found that people who do strength training are about 20% less likely to develop knee pain and osteoarthritis compared to those who don’t. The benefits apply even if you start later in life, as strength training can still help protect joints and reduce damage over time.
As people age, the risk of falls increases, making balance-focused exercise important for prevention. Simple moves like thigh raises and heel-to-toe walking can help improve stability, strengthen muscles, and reduce the likelihood of dangerous falls.
Don't wait until you go outside to practice good sun protection. Make it part of your daily health care ritual, like bathing and brushing your teeth. For instance, after you wash your face in the morning, apply a facial moisturizer that contains sunscreen with at least 30 SPF. Soon it'll be as automatic as brushing your teeth.