According to Ginger Hultin, RDN, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the hydrating properties of tea are the primary reason it helps manage headaches. The second reason? The anti-inflammatory antioxidant catechins. “All types of tea have special compounds1 like theobromine and theophylline as well as volatile oils, and minerals,” she says. Here are six herbal teas registered dietitians and naturopathic doctors recommend in place of (or in conjunction with) conventional medicine....

Lycopene can be found in fresh or canned fruits and vegetables, as well as snacks that have been sun-dried—though it’s worth noting any food that has had its skin and/or seeds removed will contain less lycopene. Thermal inputs (heat) used to process tomatoes into tomato products actually increases the bioavailability of lycopene. Additionally, eating some fat with or around the time of your lycopene consumption is a win win, since this carotenoid is intrinsically lipid soluble....

This isn’t a commentary on physicians—we love our MDs and DOs! But it is a reflection of the physician shortage affecting our country. In fact, we’re estimated to hit a deficit of more than 121,000 physicians by 2030. The shortage of docs is already creating huge barriers to healthcare access, especially in rural areas, where only 11% of physicians choose to practice. Take Kentucky, for instance, where 102 of the 120 counties have been designated as “medically underserved areas....

These are the typical stages of a romantic partnership: During the honeymoon phase, our brains are flooded with chemicals—dopamine, serotonin, and adrenaline increase, creating the feeling of lust and/or attraction toward someone. The combination of these can be intoxicating, making us ignore certain issues and potentially red flags. After some time, these neurotransmitters dissipate, allowing the “high” to wear off and the relationship to move into Phases 2–4. The Back-to-Reality Phase is usually when folks break up if one person decides they don’t want something long term....

It is estimated that over 159 million Americans consume tea every day. And, no doubt, some of those tea-drinkers are in it for more than just the delicate flavor. And while they all offer certain health benefits, green tea is often the tea of choice for the health-conscious crowd. Here, let’s break down how exactly green tea got its status as a veritable health hero and why. The therapeutic properties1 of green tea have been known for thousands of years, and now, modern science has been confirming these properties and more....

Even if you’re not quite ready to leave yet, think of these as small first steps you can start to take to help you find the strength to finally make the leap: J.K. Rowling once said, “Rock bottom was the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.” True to those words, I hired therapists and coaches for my personal development, and over time, my panic attacks stop. Then one day I vowed to start taking care of my body again and committed to shedding the excess weight I’d gained from comfort-eating....

As a cardiologist, I need a diagnosis to provide the insurance carrier, so we call these events “palpitations.” The Latin root is palpare, which means “gentle tap,” but in real life it may not be so gentle. How the heartbeat works In its optimal state, the top of the heart (atria) and the bottom of the heart (ventricles) beat in perfect synchrony about 50 to 90 times a minute at rest....