You can order your own blood work now. Interpreting the results is another story
Tue Apr 14 10:58 am
Firms like Function Health and Oura market regular blood tests to people wanting to take their health into their own hands. The process often raises more questions for patients than it can answer.
Can red light therapy really deliver a beauty and health glow-up? Here's the science
Mon Apr 13 5:00 am
Wellness influencers tout the therapy's power for everything from rejuvenating skin and hair to boosting longevity. Devices sold for at-home use abound. We look at the evidence behind the hype.
Gut troubles? This gastroenterologist has tips to help you achieve 'poophoria'
Sat Apr 11 7:00 am
In her new book
You've Been Pooping All Wrong, Dr. Trisha Pasricha shares habits and practices to make your relationship with your solid waste as smooth as possible
Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent the painful illness
Mon Apr 06 5:00 am
A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what we do — and still don't — know about pain
Sat Apr 04 5:00 am
"Pain is a mysterious thing," says neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay Gupta. But understanding how it works in the body and different kinds of treatment can help you find the right pain relief when you need it.
How much protein do you need? Here's how to personalize your optimal intake
Mon Mar 30 5:00 am
The Dietary Guidelines released this year recommend higher levels of this essential nutrient. But protein needs are personal. Here's how to assess yours.
Do you lean optimistic or pessimistic? Take this quiz and find out
Fri Mar 27 5:00 am
A glass-half-full outlook can keep you engaged and hopeful in hard times. Take this quiz to find out your level of optimism, then learn how to train yourself to become more optimistic.
10 tried-and-true methods to stay off your phone, according to our readers
Fri Mar 20 5:00 am
We asked our audience to share the creative ways they limit their own phone use. They range from the practical (keep your phone in another room) to the creative (pair your phone with a fun paperback).
Kick your tiredness with these 7 natural energy boosters
Thu Mar 19 5:00 am
A full calendar doesn't mean you have to feel exhausted all the time. Experts share natural ways to boost energy and beat the constant battle of tiredness.
I'm concerned about my blood pressure. Can I check it at home?
Tue Mar 17 6:00 am
If you get a high reading at the doctor's office, it may not be definitive. Here's what to know about your risk — and testing your blood pressure at home.