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.

Emotional Eating: Why Are You Doing It & How Do You Stop?

Do you use food to address your emotional needs rather than fueling your body? If so, you are one of many people engaging in emotional eating. It's common for people to turn to food for comfort, ...

Perimenopause Diet: What to Eat & Avoid to Support Your Body

Perimenopause, the transitional phase before menopause, can feel like a roller coaster of physical and emotional changes. While every woman’s experience is unique, common symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings and weight gain can feel ...

20 Potential Natural Remedies for Poison Ivy Rash

Did you know that up to roughly 85 percent of all people are sensitive to oils found in the poison ivy plant? It's true, which is why poison ivy rash is so common. Those who react ...

Ghrelin: How to Control This ‘Hunger Hormone’ in Order to Lose Fat

According to endocrinologists from the VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam, two of the most important hormones to focus on for natural weight loss and energy balance are ghrelin and leptin. Many experts call ghrelin ...

How to Improve Gut Health Naturally

Your gut health plays a critical role in your overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion to mental health. That's why many people seek out how to improve gut health naturally. Research has increasingly emphasized the importance ...

Body Recomposition: How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle Simultaneously

Can you lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? Yes, and it’s called body recomposition. Unlike traditional fitness goals that focus on either weight loss or muscle gain, body recomposition aims to transform your ...

5 Grilling Mistakes That Can Damage Your Health

There's nothing like getting family and friends together for a weekend of grilling in warm weather. However, before you get those healthy grilling recipes cooking, watch out for grilling mistakes. Grilling mistakes pose some specific health ...

Is Body Roundness Index More Useful than Body Mass Index?

The body roundness index (BRI) is an emerging metric in the health and fitness world, providing a fresh perspective on assessing body composition and health risks. Unlike traditional measures such as body mass index (BMI), ...

30 Brain Exercises to Protect and Bolster Cognitive Health

Your brain is like a muscle. The more you challenge it with brain exercises, the stronger and more agile it becomes. In today’s fast-paced world, staying mentally sharp is just as important as staying physically fit. ...

How to Get Rid of Varicose Veins: 11 Natural Remedies

Although we tend to think of them as a woman's problem, both men and women develop varicose veins, those bulgy veins that appear lumpy and dark in color (usually blue or purple). In fact, it's ...