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A person in the woods raising their hands in a meditation practice
March 2, 2022/Wellness

What Is Meditation?

… on the very act of inhaling and exhaling. “You’re bringing awareness to the natural process of breathing,” she adds. “So it’s giving your mind something to do. You’re following the in breath …

Person has a stress outbreak of psoriasis on thier elbow.
February 8, 2023/Mental Health

10 Strange Things Stress Can Do to Your Body

… blood pressure, stroke and asthma. Alongside lung conditions, stress can also cause shortness of breath and rapid breathing.If you have pain or tightness in your chest or heart palpitations, see a doctor as soon …

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December 30, 2024/Digestive

Bloating Remedies: 6 Quick Fixes and 7 Longer-Term Strategies

Abdominal pain, pressure and swelling. Most people experience bloating at some point in their lives. And when it strikes, you want relief fast.“Bloating is one of the most common digestive symptoms,” says gastroenterology nurse …

elderly man raking leaves in the fall
October 10, 2020/Heart Health

How Fall Yard Work Can Cause Heart Problems

… goes away when you stop working, then returns when you start again.Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.Women often feel fatigue or weakness.Dr. Ruthmann also says it’s important to let a family …

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August 21, 2025/Mental Health

Your Emotions Are Contagious

… and emotionally.Use mindfulness techniques. Avoid going on autopilot by staying emotionally present, meditating or practicing deep breathing.Set boundaries. Don’t engage in negative interactions, and remove yourself from uncomfortable situations that don’t …

Person inhaling smelling salts from packet.
June 27, 2023/Exercise & Fitness

What Smelling Salts Do to Your Body

… Cough (a lot). Or have trouble catching your breath. For people with conditions like asthma or other breathing or lung conditions, that reaction may be worse.What’s more, the irritation can cause you to …

Person relaxing in a seated yoga pose at home
March 12, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Stress Can Make Hidradenitis Suppurativa Worse: Here’s How To Manage It

Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) impacts a lot more than just your skin. Even small adjustments — like wearing different clothes — can be a big deal emotionally. Add the stress of dealing with a chronic illness to the …

Older male reclining on couch, blowing nose, with cold medications and products on coffee table

What’s the Difference Between Walking Pneumonia and Pneumonia?

When you have cold-like symptoms, you probably slow down a bit, thinking you can beat it in a few days.But what do you do when the symptoms linger or worsen? When they’re …

man after exercising with heart pain
July 22, 2021/Heart Health

Heart Racing? How Anxiety Causes Heart Palpitations

When we feel anxious, our bodies respond in physical ways. Sweaty palms, shaking and an upset stomach can set in. And it’s not uncommon to feel a pounding or fluttering in your chest, also …

Couple sleeping together
March 21, 2019/Sleep

How Sleeping Better Can Give Your Brain a Big Boost (+ Tips for Making That Happen!)

You know how you feel when you haven’t slept well. Not only are you tired and lethargic, but you can’t concentrate or think clearly. Trouble is if your sleep problems become chronic, research …

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