Saffron has a reputation for being the most expensive spice in the world. It can also help help with insomnia, but don’t worry — you don’t have to go broke to get a good night’s sleep. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine just a few weeks ago, it’s the extract from…

Whether you’re on a diet or not, bone broth is being touted as one of the healthiest superfoods out there today — especially when it comes to aging. Since collagen production slows as we age and it’s increasingly important to take care of our gut health, bone broth is a staple in your kitchen you’ll…

We’re constantly looking at our phones and other devices these days, which can lead to digital eye strain (DES) and symptoms like dry eye, headaches, and irritation. Thankfully, a simple, expert-approved exercise that just takes seconds can help protect your eye health and slow down signs of age-related vision loss! Robert C. Layman, OD, President…

More than 31 million Americans experience back pain on any given day. In fact, back pain is so common it is now the leading cause of disability globally. But if you thought even the best pain killers could help treat your aches and pains, you may be sorely (pun intended) mistaken. Lower back pain treatments…

If you’re struggling with incontinence and pelvic pain during menopause, you’re not alone. Many women grapple with these issues as they age. But if it’s happening to you, don’t think that you have to suffer in silence. If you’ve already tried doing kegels to prevent leaking and they’re not helping, you may simply need a…

The holiday party season is well underway — which, for some of us, means waking up with a pounding head after downing one too many glasses of cheer. It’s easy to carried away by the holiday spirit, but if you’re looking for a way to curb your consumption of alcohol (not to mention sugar and…

Nearly three in four Americans are trying to limit sugar intake to improve their health. But we still want a sweet treat — indeed, we’re consuming 235 percent more artificial sweeteners today than we did eight years ago, say researchers at the University of North Carolina. But many of them come with dangerous downsides, not…

Iron deficiency affects as many women after menopause as it does before. Yet three new studies prove iron is so essential for brain function that just avoiding low levels — or restoring them if they’re if they’re already low — can cut your risk of Alzheimer’s disease 38 percent. Here’s how to do it. Get…

When we think about ways to take better care of our health, we often focus on diet and exercise. But our mental health is just as important as our physical health (if not more so!). How often do you take time for yourself — not just to collapse on the couch and watch a TV show, but to truly…