Wellnesss Unlocked

Is potassium chloride a win-win by decreasing sodium intake and increasing potassium intake? Of all the terrible things about our diets, high dietary sodium intake—high salt intake—is the leading risk. It’s estimated...

I’ve been getting on my soapbox about mouth health for over 15 years now. I’ve interviewed some fascinating oral health experts on the podcast and written tons of articles. This is the...

I’ve shared my favorite health and wellness books over the years, and now I want to share with you the best books recommended by podcast guests. Many of the books they shared...

There’s a special kind of skepticism reserved for dry shampoo claims. We’ve all been burned by a formula that promises “freshly washed hair” and instead delivers a chalky, white-cast disaster that leaves...

I eat a lot of salads this time of year. Actually, I eat salads for most of the seasons! This Italian chopped salad skips the lettuce and adds Italian grinder flavors to...

I, for one, am partial to a bath: what’s not to love about a dim room, candles and nary an electronic device in sight?But a wellness trend that has emerged in recent...

Nostalgia is always viewed through rose-colored lenses. Yes, things were simpler when you were a kid. There was no 9-to-5 to get to or taxes to pay. But keep those rose-colored lenses...

Dive Brief: Nearly half of physicians employed by corporations feel pressured to prioritize patient volume over care quality, according to a new survey of 1,000 doctors from a physician advocacy group.  Additionally,...

Please note: This blog and its accompanying video discuss the important and troubling issue of weight bias and discrimination, which may be a sensitive topic for some readers. How common is weight...