Physical Health

Germs are spread when you touch your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands, so it's important to wash them the right way. Especially during flu season.

Healthy eating cannot completely prevent every kind of disease and illness. However, a balanced diet featuring these five foods can help fight against breast cancer.

If you love a thick-cut slice of sourdough bread, you’ll like the health benefits that come with it.

Next time you strike a pose and hold it, know that you’re improving your health in lots of ways.

Should our sun safety practices change as we get older? Here are sun protection tips by age.

It's a busy world. But when you take time to do nothing, you can passively check in on both your mental and physical health.

Myths about sun safety and SPF are common. Here’s what SPF really means and how to use it to keep yourself safe in the sun.

Contributor and summer intern Caitlyn Begosa writes about starting her first year of college out-of-state, and how she learned to adapt.

Millions of people have food allergies and other dietary restrictions. Here are some ways to communicate these with others.

Grilling is a summer pastime in Michigan, and baking is known to be a healthy way to prepare foods. Which is better?

Summertime can be a busy season for kids and sports. Here’s a few tips to keep active kids healthy.

Sweet or tart, cherries are packed with what’s good for you. Here are the health benefits of cherries.

Gracefully Greying health correspondent Lila Lazarus reviews the benefits and risks to cooking meat rare or well-done, while keeping safety in mind.

A hormone imbalance can leave you feeling tired, moody or even a little heavier. Here’s how certain foods can help.

Ready to use biohacking to improve your mental and physical health? Here are some of the best biohacks to improve your health.

Make an after-dinner walk part of your routine and you’ll reap the health benefits.

Getting appropriate and timely preventive care is an important part of a well-rounded, overall health strategy for men.

Grilling is one of the great American pastimes. But cross-contamination of raw or undercooked meats can make people sick. Here’s what not to do.

Headaches are a real pain. But before you reach for medication, try these time-tested home remedies to ease the symptoms.  

Some people know more about their horoscope signs than what type of blood they have. Here are a few things you should know about your blood type.

Sunscreen can lose its efficacy when improperly stored or owned for too long. Soak up this information so you can soak up the sun safely!

Charcoal grills, gas grills and smokers have all seen an uptick in use lately. But which type of grilling method is one or the other the healthiest?

Cleanse, moisturize and protect are the basic steps, but not all men’s skin care routines are the same.

Seniors looking for ways to get fit or maintain their health have plenty of at-home exercises to pick from.

Some types of foods can be really helpful for people trying to curb a craving for nicotine.

Find the best squat exercises to build muscle and burn calories.

Sipping an electrolyte drink can be a trendy thing to do, but when does your body actually need one?

It is important for women to get enough information about perimenopause and menopause symptoms and side effects.

Most indoor allergen sources can be combatted by taking certain measures around the house.

For most women, having cramps is part of having your period. But here are some signs to watch for that mean you might need to talk to your doctor.

There are big health benefits to getting 10,000 daily steps. Here are some great places to do that with a view.

Get on your bike and ride, and reap the health benefits that come pedaling road bikes, mountain bikes and more.

Nearly half of all U.S. adults have hypertension. Regular exercise can help lower blood pressure.

Licensed therapist, NASM master trainer and integrative health expert Angela T. Moore shares how to know when it's time to take a break from work and rest.

Stress can creep up on all of us, especially if we’re juggling working from home. Here’s how to better manage remote work stress.

In the spring, we can’t wait to get outside. But you are more likely to get a sunburn in the spring.

Contributor and mental health advocate Monica Drake shares how starting an exercise routine has helped her manage her anxiety.

Gracefully Greying health correspondent Lila Lazarus tries the cold plunge trend and reports back on results.

If you’re a freighter fan headed to the Soo Locks, check out these nearby trails to get your steps in.

Did you know there are different types of stress? Here’s what you need to know.

Like the saying goes, laughter is the best medicine. From a giggle to a guffaw, here are all the ways that laughing is good for you.

Warm weather is a great time to get outside with your kids. Give these age-group specific activities a try this spring!

Personal training may be worth looking into if you recently recovered from an injury, need help with form or have certain fitness goals in mind.

Do you ever ask yourself, “Is it the weekend yet?” If you do, it might be time for you to start trying to find joy in the present.

Simple tweaks to your running or walking form can help you go farther while preserving the condition of your back, joints and other body parts.

Staying active and making new friends: these seniors are reaping the benefits from pickleball, a sport that surged in popularity during the pandemic.

Stiff-person syndrome is a rare, progressive autoimmune disorder that affects how a person’s muscles move. Here are the symptoms and treatments.

Guilt, remorse, stress: These have no place in our feelings about meals and snacks. Here’s how to improve your relationship with food.

Grab a pair of sunglasses and your best workout shoes. It’s time to move your next exercise session outdoors.

There are plenty of ways to take the carefree “Yes Day” concept into summer for a healthy way to connect with your kids. Here are some suggestions.

This 5K training regimen is for beginners, experienced runners and everyone in between. Training starts two months before race day.

So many cleaning products are probably sitting in your home. Here is some helpful information about what cleaning products not to mix.

Ready to break out your clubs? You’re not alone. Here are some popular public golf courses to check out across the state.

If you typically skip your midday meal - or turn to take-out for a fast fix - we’ve got some easy ways you can make your lunch healthier.

There may be some parts of your life that may be more cluttered than you realize – and causing you stress. Here are six things to spring clean.

Scarfing down sugary snacks and greasy fast food before you exercise can lead to a sluggish workout. Give these options a try instead.

Tired of tossing and turning? If you’re looking for more restful sleep, a weighted blanket might help.

Finding new ways to mix protein, healthy fats and good carbs can help get your day off to a good start.

Going to sleep with tense muscles is not a recipe for good sleep. Here’s how stretching can improve your zzzz’s.

If the thought of springing your clock forward is not appealing, here are some ways to ease into Daylight Saving Time.

It’s one of those topics people avoid talking about. But the fact is, colonoscopies save lives.

Breakfast is important every morning, partly because of its metabolism-boosting properties. Don’t have time? These grab-and-go ideas should help.

So long, 10,000 steps. A new study talks about why 7,000 steps each day should be your goal.

Some trendy new energy drinks market themselves as healthier alternatives to the brands we’ve come to know. Are they actually healthy, though?

A lot of times, the resistance we face while running is all mental. The next time you’re huffing and puffing, remember these four tips.

Writer and mental health advocate Monica Drake offers a reminder for American Heart Month that taking care of your mental health is good for your heart.

Love showers hot? That packs a lot of body benefits - but so do showers that are downright cold.

Think you can down a bag of potato chips, eat fries, snack on candy and just exercise away all the bad stuff? Think again. 

Ask Donna Mc Minn why she took up competitive swimming during her retirement and she’ll grin and say: “In the pool, no one can see you sweat."

You may love a double-stacked bacon burger, but it’s not the best choice when you’re trying to get the highest-quality proteins to boost heart health.

Breast self-exams, temperature checks and even measuring heart rate are all things that can be indicators of how healthy a person is.

What’s not to love about dark chocolate? It has a rich, flavorful taste and loads of health benefits to make it a good-for-you treat.

Most bouts with a cold can be handled at home, but other times your body may send warning signs that professional medical help is needed.

Laxatives can cause short-term weight loss due to lost water. Overuse or improper use can lead to dehydration and ultimately put you at risk for colon cancer.

Learning the different types of eating disorders, as well as the signs of an eating problem, can help as a first step. Here’s what you need to know.

Many adults consume two or even three times the recommended amount of added sugar in a day. But cutting back can be surprisingly easy.

Surrounding yourself with vibrating and overlapping sounds can be relaxing. Here’s how to create a sound bath at home.

You’re going to munch on a handful of nibbles throughout the day, so make sure you’re getting heart-healthy snacks.

Ready to head out on a snowshoeing adventure? Here are some bucket-list worthy trails to try across Michigan.

Food sensitivity tests may give us clues about what causes certain digestive issues. But they are not FDA-approved. So how accurate are they?

Grocery aisles are filled with choices. When it comes to cooking oils, what’s the best choice for your heart health?

The Big Game is an American tradition, whether you’re a football fan or not. But during this big buffet fest, how can you burn some extra calories?

Ready to try an easy, new winter sport?Snowshoeing could be your next fun adventure. 

Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you should stay cooped up inside. A little outside time can mean big health benefits.

Guidelines on when women should get Pap and HPV screenings for cervical cancer have changed recently. Women should talk to their doctor about options.

It might be time to shop for winter hats, scarves, jackets and boots if you haven’t already. Here are the best fabrics out there to keep you warm this winter.

Contemplating eating meat again? Ethical and dietary reasons may give you pause, but these tips can help ease the transition.

Lose weight. Get a new job. Be happier. Instead of setting hard-to-reach goals, why not let self-care be a New Year’s resolution?

Ready to lower your blood pressure and feel more relaxed? Invest in a few new indoor plants.

Determining a healthy weight depends on what is proportionate to a person’s size. BMI is not perfect, but it can help indicate future health risks.

Did you know dog owners are 34% more likely to fit 150 minutes of walking into a week than non-dog owners? The benefits only begin there.

Don’t call it ping pong. This is table tennis. On a recent weekday afternoon several men, aged 50-plus, are breaking a sweat.

Focusing on your target heart rate and switching up your workouts can help unlock an exercise routine that works for you. Here are more keys:

Sleep tracking technology can provide valuable information about sleeping patterns, but they’re not the end-all, be-all.

Walking in the winter can be a hushed, beautiful experience. But what about winter night hikes? Those can be magical.

It’s not always easy to get vitamin D during the winter. A few dietary tweaks can help make up for that lack of winter sunlight.

There’s a science behind what the first five minutes of exercise does to your body. Don’t let it deter you from a great workout.

Gracefully Greying health correspondent Lila Lazarus shares five unusual health tips that most people don’t know about.

Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is full of surprises, including winter ice caves. Get helpful tips on how to hike properly in the winter.