Like every parent, I know how hard it is to care for a sick kid. It involves a heady mix of emotions: fear, love, confusion, concern and sadness. And when your child is ill, the last thing you need is to be overwhelmed by conflicting information or unsolicited advice. You just want them to get … Read more
Chajamp Champ| Getty Images Inflammation is an essential process that increases blood flow to an infected area of the body, and carries in immune system cells to heal it. But it can be uncomfortable, and chronic inflammation can damage healthy cells while creating a series of unpleasant symptoms such as joint stiffness, muscle pain and … Read more
As a Nigerian raised in Austin, Texas, I always thought the best things in life were reserved for the ultra-wealthy. But anyone can access joie. Here’s what French people do differently than Americans to cultivate joie de vivre: Without knowing it, my first visit to Paris — a single day of aimlessly wandering around on … Read more
No matter how old you are, it’s never too late to start eating in a way that gives you the best possible chance of staving off dementia as you age and making sure that you feel focused and sharp every day. As a nutritional psychiatrist, faculty member at Harvard Medical School and author of “This Is … Read more