Chronic pain is bad enough, but at least there are ways not to add to your misery.
In Defense of Western Medicine
At what time and place in history would you choose to be seriously ill?
Healthy Thoughts
Photo by Matthew Kane.You might think being healthy puts you in a good state of mind, but it’s the good state of mind that will keep you healthy in the long-term.
The Community Cure
“Social and cultural factors impact our health profoundly, both positively and negatively.”
Take a Grain of Salt and See Me in the Morning
Chris Stewart-Patterson, M.D., on some guidelines on thinking critically about treatments and their efficacy.
Landing at Tranquility Base
Moonlight shimmers on the surface of the steaming Japanese bath, while a gentle wind rustles. The very atmosphere seems to radiate relaxation and serenity.
Eating the Middle Way
Photo by Ali Inay.“I tell them that sometimes in health, as in other areas of life, there is a middle path. Nature, it seems, embraces moderation.”
Do Good and Be Well
Too cold to work out? Sure, but you can still do your body and mind plenty of good — while also making a real difference to others.
Wake Up to Sleeping Well
Photo by Johnny Jet.“The biggest problem with sleep loss is that it’s not often recognized as a problem. Those under its influence ignore the real source of their problems.”
Choosing to be Healthy
Photo by Jamie Street.
“Lifestyle habits can hopefully be viewed in a more positive context than the nagging “shoulds” that we wrestle with daily.”