Wellness

If you want to live a long and healthy life, you picked the right state to live in. According to the state Department of Public Health, the average life expectancy of our state’s residents rose to 80 years and eight months in 2016 – three months longer than 2015’s average.

On any given day during the holidays, homemade pastries, white chocolate and sugar cookies might be in the break room. So how will you stay healthy during this season of sweet treats?

While flu activity peaks in December, flu season has already begun and plans to avoid the contagious illness should be your top priority.

Yoga works on all things strength, flexibility, balance and endurance. While most of us don’t associate athletes with yoga, it can be crucial in injury prevention.

If you’re a follower of fitness trends, you’ve definitely heard the acronym HIIT being used on Instagram pages or YouTube accounts, referencing the newest way to work out. But what the heck is it?

Digital screen use may be causing negative effects on reading comprehension, attention, memory and cognitive capabilities. When screen reading, the habit is to skim, thereby reducing the time allocated to get the general gist of the content.

Are you one of those people who ignores the raw egg warnings and eats cookie dough by the spoonful? Don’t feel bad. Everyone does it … but stop. Eat this instead.

I sit in my office with phones and internet down. Staff has scattered to coffee shops, and our provider cannot service us until tomorrow. I feel anxious, angry and out of touch. Disconnected is distressing.

Plastic pollution is killing the oceans and poisoning our marine life. If that isn’t enough to second guess how much plastic you might be using, consider how it also attacks your hormones.

Body image concerns often heighten this time of year, as swimsuit season brings a host of fears about exposing perceived imperfections.

While protein bars are often thought of as a healthy snack, too many companies market them as nutritious, when a closer look simply exposes them as glorified candy bars.

With today’s hurried pace, it’s important to create time to chill out. Meditation can help return the focus that’s often lacking. You don’t even have to go to a retreat. Check out these apps (even for kids) that can help you keep your mind and body tranquil:

Indo US Health Initiatives brought its third international conference to Boston on June 22.

As someone who is currently covered in mosquito bites from hiking in the woods, I am desperate to find the best ways to repel these pests. Here are some of my favorite tried-and-true products.

Even with a summer full of travel plans, sticking to your workout regime doesn’t have to be difficult. Why not sneak in a body-weight workout at the airport?

The National Sleep Foundation says, “In general, most healthy adults need seven to nine hours of sleep a night.” During the winter you may be getting proper sleep and, come summer, you may feel sluggish. Don’t worry, this is normal.

The AdMeTech Foundation is committed to globally transforming how life-threatening diseases are detected and treated. Their current priority is ending the prostate cancer crisis, which they are doing through The Manogram Project.

With warmer weather hitting the city, Bostonians are ready to toss those heavy sweaters and salt-stained boots out the window.

May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month, and with world-renowned hospitals located in the heart of our city, it’s important that we work to help these institutions further research.

YES YOU CAN. The three words I tell myself every day. Because why not take a chance? Why not take on a challenge? Why not test your limits? Being a spinning instructor at Rev’d Indoor Cycling has taught me to work hard and leave all doubt outside the door.

A healthy lifestyle always starts with proper diet and exercise. Though it sounds simple, many people have no idea what a nutritious diet really is. Thankfully, our electronics can help.

Admittedly, I was skeptical the first time I went to my chiropractor. But, after experiencing the visit for myself, I’m a firm believer that they’re nothing short of miracle workers. I have had neck pain, back pain and even headaches all solved with a few simple visits.

April is Defeat Diabetes Month, but sometimes it can be hard to find low-carb, low-sugar alternatives, especially when it seems like everyone is stocking their freezers with ice cream for the warm weather to come. If you’re diabetic, or just watching your sugar intake, here are some ice cream brands and flavors that let you indulge:

When I first started running, I struggled to find the right fuel my body needed and when it needed it.

Even if you forgot to celebrate National Girl Scout Day on March 12^th, I’m sure we’ve all had our fair share of their delicious cookies. I hate to be the one to tell you this, but these cookies aren’t as innocent as the faces who sell them.

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that affects approximately 7.5 million Americans, showing up on the skin as red, scaly patches that itch, crack and bleed. Here are five things to know about psoriasis:

Spring is right around the corner – which means an abundance of local 5Ks in the Boston area. Signing up for your local road race can be a great way to kick start your 2018 running goals in a fun, less intimidating fashion.

Vasectomies can be a touchy subject. However, those considering taking this step might be surprised to learn that March Madness is the most popular time of the year for scheduling a vasectomy.

With spring around the corner, it’s time to start preparing for seasonal allergy flare-ups. Some common allergens, like pollen and dust, increase as the weather gets warmer, so knowing how to prevent and treat allergies is crucial in the coming weeks. Here are some tips to make sure allergies don’t get the best of you:

Are you a female athlete? If so, it’s very important to be aware of a common condition called “female athlete triad” – a condition that can be caused by not eating enough to replace the calories spent during exercise.