Americans Want to Be Fit, But Most Don’t Put in the Effort
Survey finds three-quarters think appearance is ‘very important,’ yet only 31 percent work out regularly
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Body Talk
Why Yoga, Tai Chi and Meditation Are Good for You
Mind-body interventions reverse DNA reactions that cause stress, study suggests
Read onBed Partner Often Fuels Loved One’s Insomnia
Well-intentioned tips to encourage better sleep often backfire, study finds
Read onEven Your Bones Can Get Fat, Mouse Study Suggests
But running rodents improved their bone quality in just weeks, researchers say
Read onChoosing a Personal Trainer
Ask questions to find the right fit
Read onOpioids Over-Prescribed After C-Sections: Studies
Pills women don’t use may end up in the wrong hands, researchers suggest
Read onGuard Against This Little-Known Swimming Danger
Electric shock in water can kill unless you take precautions with nearby wiring
Read onHeart Risks to Fetus From Bipolar Drug May Be Lower Than Thought
Pregnant women taking lithium should discuss any concerns with doctor, researchers say
Read onWorking Workouts Into Your Life
No, web surfing doesn’t count!
Read onPregnancy Doesn’t Raise Odds for Breast Cancer’s Return
Research involving more than 1,200 survivors shows childbearing has no effect on recurrence
Read onBreast-Feeding May Reduce Pain From C-Section
Study authors say finding provides another good reason to encourage women to nurse
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Here’s what to do
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