Common cold viruses infect the nose, throat, larynx, and sinuses, causing sore throat, hoarseness, cough, achiness, and congestion but lack the severe symptoms of fever and extreme exhaustion that you get with the “flu,” or influenza. You can “catch” a cold through respiratory droplets in the air but also from touching contaminated surfaces, where they can live for up to three hours outside the human body. We tend to catch more colds in the fall and winter months, when the virus is more contagious and replicates more easily....

Here, a physical therapist and acupuncturist explain the anecdotal benefits of acupressure mats (there’s not much scientific research on their efficacy) and how to properly use the unique pain relievers. When compared to the million and one pain relievers on the market, the acupressure mat—often accompanied by an acupressure pillow—is relatively straightforward. Its 4,000-plus plastic spikes put pressure on many different parts of the body at once, helping release tension and promote blood flow....

It was the fall after we graduated college, and I was struggling to function without the structure and routine that school provided. But my friend was right—most people I knew with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) had a lower GPA because they couldn’t pay attention in class or remember to do their homework. Her brother was a textbook example. During our decade-long friendship, I had seen how his symptoms affected his schoolwork, friendships, family dynamics, and more....

Inflammation in the body can cause or contribute to many debilitating, chronic illnesses—including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis1, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and even cancer2. That’s why, as a doctor and founder of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine, I recommend my patients eat a diet focused on anti-inflammatory principles. Here, I share some of my top ways to optimize your diet, plus my go-to anti-inflammatory foods. To get your fill of fiber, seek out whole grains, fruits, and vegetables....

Whether you want more immediate access to fresh herbs, need some kitchen inspiration, or are committed to a whole food diet, an apartment garden delivers. Here’s everything you need to know to start your own. Arugula excels in north-facing windows—a rare trait for a house plant. The cooler temps keep arugula from bolting or going to seed. As with all apartment garden plants, keep arugula planters away from heat sources, which will dry out the soil and stress the plant....

Here’s what sex therapists have to say. That is, having “enough” sex is not about striving to do it a certain number of times per month. Instead, “it’s all based on what those two particular people want and how they collaborate together to create a sex life that works for both,” she previously told mbg. Her measure of whether a couple is having enough sex? Simple: “If both people are happy, they are having enough....

If a recent experience of getting ghosted has you in despair, here are three positive ways you can respond to this less-than-desirable situation: Ghosting anyone—whether it’s a dating prospect, a friend, or a family member—is indicative of a myriad of emotional hang-ups. The level of engagement is equal to the ghost’s level of emotional capability. When someone ghosts you, they are essentially communicating to you in no uncertain terms that they are selfish, disrespectful of the feelings of others (namely yours), and that they are unable to handle even the simplest forms of discomfort or difficulty....