Researchers from Uppsala University have found that rewarding substances like alcohol, cocaine and foods rich in sugar are able to "kidnap" the reward center of your brain, resulting in thes Read More

I knew there was a reason my Health Habits readers are so much smarter than the average person on the street. It turns out that all of that exercise you do improves brain health and actually Read More

Health experts have understood that good nutrition and good cognition were interrelated. For many years, the relationship has not been clearly defined. A team of researchers from the Oregon Read More

New research evidence has confirmed what many educationalist, teacher, parents and physicians have observed for a long time. That physical exercise has an impact not only on health and Read More

By Deborah Ross / EmpowHER Are you invigorated by the start of a new year, like I am? I’ve spent the last few days soul-searching for a word, just one word, to replace the ubiquitous Read More

Research indicates that many people’s New Year’s resolution is to start  an  exercise program and eat healthier; and research also indicates that  by  the end of January, half of Read More

I leaned over the steaming pot of pasta, poured half a jar of marinara sauce on top and stirred. Mmmm, it smelled so good! Instinctively I lifted the wooden spoon to my lips, but froze in Read More

Detox is essential not just for the body, but also for the mind. Try out one, two, or maybe all of these tips for letting go and you will come into the New Year feeling more vibrant and Read More

Despite what men believe, yes, we women poop just like them. Part of a normal part of life, I wasn’t aware of how important it is to move your bowels until I met with a Chinese herbalist Read More

One Valentine’s day an old boyfriend got me an incredible massage package to this amazing Korean spa in Manhattan. It was the first time I had ever had a massage and also the first time I Read More

Not only that, but dry brushing can also help your body detoxify itself more easily, if done correctly. Brushing stimulates the lymphatic system, moving the toxins in your lymph towards the Read More

A friend introduced me to Bikram Yoga back in December. I had no idea what I was in for. I walked into the smelly studio, found a place on the floor and was ready for a typical yoga Read More