Monthly Archives: July 2015

On the road again? Don’t forget to pack insurance.

It’s summertime, and vacations are in full swing. If your travels will take you outside the United States, you’re probably making a list and checking it twice. Passport? Check. International cell phone plan? Check. Health insurance? “But I already have health insurance, why do I need to worry about that?” Obamacare: you can’t take it… Read More »

The Best Pets For Your Health

Our pets aren’t just our best friends; they’re members of the family. While their companionship can bring us so much joy, pets are also good for our health, according to a wealth of studies—sometimes in unexpected ways. And the more attached you are to your critter, the stronger the protective benefits may be. Check out… Read More »

10 Health Bloggers You’ll Love

So many health blogs, so little time. That’s why we scoured the internet and selected the healthy-living voices that are truly worth your clicks. A sometimes foulmouthed ob-gyn, a neuroscientist-slash-foodie, a writer struggling with mental illness—these passionate folks bring unique perspectives and well-tested wisdom to their subjects. And, above all, their feeds are just plain… Read More »

12 Ways Pets Improve Your Health

1 of 14 How pets make you happier and healthier by Celia Shatzman When you come home to a purr or wagging tail at the end of a stressful day, the sudden wave of calm you feel isn’t just your imagination. Research suggests that your fluffy friend truly is good for your physical and mental… Read More »

10 Reasons You Feel Cold All The Time

1 of 12 Always cold? Here’s why by Esther Crain Feeling chilly when the AC is blasting is one thing. But if you’re always shivering, or your hands and feet feel like blocks of ice while everyone else nearby says the temperature feels toasty, then it’s time to investigate. It’s common for women to report… Read More »