Today, more doctors are giving patients “nature prescriptions”—recommending they spend time surrounded by plants, water and sunshine to improve their health and happiness. And studies have shown ...

Contrary to what many people think, sleep is not an inactive state. During sleep our bodies are doing lots of important work—repairing cells and tissues, restoring full, healthy function to our immune ...

It’s not too late! Every year, millions around the world pledge to abstain from alcohol in a challenge known as Dry January. Taking a break from booze can improve your physical and mental well-being ...

Ever notice how everything seems harder after a night of tossing and turning? Your mood tanks, your energy disappears, and weirdly enough, your jeans might feel tighter too. That’s not your ...

Drinking Water to Lose Weight: What’s the Idea? You've probably heard many of the ways water is good for you – it helps move waste out of your body, helps your cells work the way they should, ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Trying to lose weight can be confusing, with so many different tips and diets out there. And that’s even before you throw in weight ...

Weight loss drugs known as GLP1s are all the rage right now. They were originally developed for diabetes and weight management, but other "off label" uses are becoming more mainstream. The FDA ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. There are plenty of tips on how to lose weight fast without exercise, from sketchy pills to crash diets that do more harm than good.

When patients share their struggles with falling asleep or staying asleep, physicians should try to assess whether obesity is playing a role. During discussions with your patients, acknowledge those ...