The weather has turned to autumn, the climate will become increasingly dry, negatively affecting the lungs. Some foods and acupressure points can help nourish the lungs… According to Eastern culture, autumn is the season of retreat, the yang energy will gradually recede, the trees will gradually lose their leaves,...

Medical myths: The mystery of sleep Despite spending around one-third of our lives in the land of nod, sleep still holds many mysteries. Scientists are chipping away at the details, but the wonder of slumber is much more complex than it appears. In this Special Feature, we dispel some...

Medical Myths: All about stroke This installment of our Medical Myths series delves into misconceptions about stroke. Among many misunderstandings, we cover whether stroke is a heart problem and what to know about ministrokes and paralysis. In our Medical Myths series, we approach medical misinformation head on. Using expert...

Medical Myths: Endometriosis facts vs. fiction In this installment of our Medical Myths series, we examine some common misconceptions surrounding endometriosis. These include myths about causes and treatment options, as well as other aspects of the condition. In our Medical Myths series, we approach medical misinformation head on. Using...

Medical myths: How much sleep do we need? In this Special Feature, we hack into some of the myths that surround sleep duration. Among other questions, we ask whether anyone can truly get by on 5 hours of sleep each night. We also uncover whether sleep deprivation can be...

Night owls may have a higher diabetes risk, independent of lifestyle factors Share on PinterestResearchers are finding associations between type 2 diabetes risk and sleeping patterns. FangXiaNuo/Getty Images Type 2 diabetes risk has been associated with late chronotype, or a tendency to go to sleep later. Previously it was...

The 3 most effective ways to stop smoking, according to recent scientific evidence Share on PinterestA recent review pinpoints the top three strategies that can help a person quit smoking. Image credit: philpell/Getty Images. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable diseases and deaths worldwide. Quitting smoking renders health...

Low-carb diets may support heart health, but how nutritious are they? Share on PinterestCan a low-carbohydrate diet help support heart health? Image credit: Nadine Greeff/Stocksy. Due to their restrictive nature, low-carbohydrate diets, which provide less than 130 grams of carbohydrates per day, are often viewed as nutrient-deficient diets. However,...

While HIV treatment has come a long way, people living with the condition report chronic pain more often than those without HIV. This is true even in people taking antiretroviral therapy (ART). ART can reduce levels of HIV in the blood to undetectable levels, lengthening a person’s life to...

Mouth sores, also known as ulcers, are a common symptom of HIV. Seeking treatment for mouth sores can help a person avoid any negative effects on their quality of life. People living with HIV are more likely to develop oral health problems because the virus can weaken the immune system, which...