Mental Well-being
Body
Studies link reading to better brain health and longer life
Reading is often seen as a form of relaxation, but research shows that this habit can have an impact on both brain health and life expectancy.
Body
Expectations may influence a vaccine’s effect, new study shows
A new study examines whether the brain’s response to expectations can be measured in the body’s immune response.
Body
The best way to start your day, according to science
Recent research shows that small personal choices made in the morning can have a significant impact on the rest of the day.
Exercise
Exercise can ease depressive symptoms as effectively as therapy
Many people with depression find that established treatments do not help. New research points to a more accessible approach.
Mental Well-being
Trump slashes federal mental health funding, affecting thousands of programs
Federal funding cuts of nearly $2 billion are forcing thousands of U.S. mental health and addiction programs to scale back or shut down critical services nationwide.
Body
Studies link reading to better brain health and longer life
Reading is often seen as a form of relaxation, but research shows that this habit can have an impact on both brain health and life expectancy.
Body
Expectations may influence a vaccine’s effect, new study shows
A new study examines whether the brain’s response to expectations can be measured in the body’s immune response.
Body
The best way to start your day, according to science
Recent research shows that small personal choices made in the morning can have a significant impact on the rest of the day.
Exercise
Exercise can ease depressive symptoms as effectively as therapy
Many people with depression find that established treatments do not help. New research points to a more accessible approach.
Why healthy January resolutions are so hard to maintain
Many people set out to live healthier in January, but give up again after a short time. The reason has more to do with everyday routines than with a lack of willpower.
Dry January: A month without alcohol that can help build new habits
More people are giving up alcohol in the first month of the year. For many, it is more about habits than prohibition.
How to get back to healthy routines after the Holidays
According to dietitians, the path back to balance is primarily about rediscovering familiar, healthy habits.
Evidence-based ways to improve your health in 2026
Researchers share simple, science-backed tips to help you step into the new year with more energy, better sleep, and a healthier mindset.
Make your New Year’s resolutions about feeling better, not losing weight
As a new year begins, many people set goals to feel better and live healthier. But what if the key to lasting change isn’t about losing weight at all?
Nutrition experts share five foods that naturally support better sleep
Research suggests that certain nutrient-rich foods can naturally promote relaxation, balance sleep hormones, and help you drift off more easily at night.