When exercise can hurt you; how to keep your memory sharp; 9 simple ways to boost your mental health

This week, we discover when exercise can hurt you, find ways to stave off age-related memory issues, build good bones beyond vitamin D, and earn the sweat in Finnish saunas.

Long COVID can destroy your ability to exercise. Now we know why.

What happens when you work out too hard? If you have long COVID, things can go downhill fast. Why? A new study points to muscle damage and the ability to make energy.

Good bones are about more than Vitamin D

We all know about the benefits of Vitamin D when it comes to keeping your bones healthy. But what about the other critical nutrients from several others? Here’s what you need to know, and why the best course is to get vitamins through food rather than supplements (unless a doctor recommends otherwise).

Want to keep your memory sharp? Here’s what science recommends.

Age-related memory loss is in the news. From how much to exercise to which foods to eat, these are the changes you can make to stave it off.

9 simple ways to boost your mental health

Little things can make a big difference. When many things feel out of your control, there are things you can put into practice right away. Declutter. Listen to birds. Get out into nature. These are among the scientifically proven suggestions we’ve gathered.

It’s the deadliest skin cancer. Why do doctors overdiagnose melanoma?

A recent study finds that many Americans are being told they have skin cancer unnecessarily. Experts weigh in on why that’s happening—and whether you should get an annual screening. How do we know and what does this mean?

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