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Kick chest breathing to the curb in favor of diaphragmatic breathing
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.
For better brain health, turn off the tube
A huge study of 473,000 adults found that watching 4+ hours of TV a day is linked to higher risks of dementia, depression, and Parkinson’s. It can’t prove TV is the cause, but it’s one more reason to switch off and get moving.
Do what you can to improve air quality for improved cognitive health
A study finds air pollution is linked to reduced cognitive ability. You can’t control outdoor air, but you can improve what you breathe: keep smoking out of the house, avoid busy roads when exercising, close windows on bad-air days, and choose walking, biking, or transit when you can.
Adult ADHD: Overcoming the stigma
ADHD is often misunderstood and surrounded by stigma. Learn what ADHD looks like in adults, common myths, and ways to help manage symptoms and improve daily life.
How steady are you? Take the balance quiz
Think your balance is just “good enough”? Take our exclusive HHO+ Balance Quiz to find out. Discover hidden risk factors, learn what really drives falls, and get easy, research-backed tips to help you stay steady and confident.
Ask the Doc: What is norovirus?
Norovirus spreads fast, and all it takes is a tiny dose to get sick. Infectious disease expert Dr. Todd Ellerin breaks down why it’s so contagious, how it’s changing over time, and simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your family.
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Add chia seeds to your diet to help tamp down inflammation — and get an outsized punch of fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants
Chia seeds are rich in nutrients that support heart, digestive, and mental health. Add them to yogurt, smoothies, or salads, or make chia pudding by mixing 2 tablespoons of seeds with 1/2 cup of milk and refrigerating.