Health

In order to help combat or prevent an existing condition or simply improve general health, our articles cover the latest research, new treatments (both conventional and natural) as well as wellness trends. Written by qualified journalists, expert guest authors or Dr. Axe himself, each piece is based on studies and always fact-checked.

Ozone Therapy: Should It Be Approved for Medicinal Use?

When you hear ozone therapy, you may wonder how a gas in the Earth's atmosphere can possibly serve as a therapeutic agent. There's plenty of skepticism surrounding this type of alternative medicine, but research suggests ...

What Exactly Does It Mean to Be Immunocompromised?

You've probably heard the word "immunocompromised" being used a lot lately and may have a general idea of what the term means. But what else should you know about having a compromised immune system? Your immune ...

How Blue Light Effects Sleep and How to Limit Exposure

By now you're probably aware that using electronics — such as your phone, laptop or tablet — during the hours before going to sleep is not the best habit to fall into, due to how ...

Pandemic Eating Habits and How to Lose the “Quarantine 15”

After many weeks of sheltering-at-home, some adults (and children) across the country are noticing a little something different about themselves — an extra 15 pounds or so. It's been called the "Quarantine 15," and it's ...

The Procrastination Problem: Does It Affect You? (Plus How to Overcome It)

We've all done it — delayed a task for hours or days, even though we knew we'd be better off doing it sooner. For example, according to research, 80 percent to 95 percent of students ...

Pursed Lip Breathing Benefits for Better Lung Function (Plus How to Do It)

For people struggling with dyspnea, or difficulty breathing, a technique called pursed lip breathing is often used to improve oxygenation. Imagine you're blowing out the candles on your birthday cake while slowly exhaling — it ...

Can’t Use Zantac? Try These 5 Heartburn Remedies

Heartburn, a form of uncomfortable indigestion, affects millions of people every day, yet is largely preventable and treatable. Roughly 20 percent of adult Americans put up with painful heartburn or acid reflux symptoms on a recurring basis — and more than ...