AI ‘companions’ promise to combat loneliness, but history shows the dangers of one-way relationships
Would flattery from an AI set your heart aflutter? quantic69/iStock via Getty Images Anna Mae Duane, University of Connecticut The…
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Anger, sadness, boredom, anxiety – emotions that feel bad can be useful
A bad feeling can trigger behavior that leads to something better. Rawpixel/iStock via Getty Images Plus Heather Lench, Texas A&M…
Dietary supplements and protein powders fall under a ‘wild west’ of unregulated products that necessitate caveats and caution
Dietary supplement labels can be misleading. Charday Penn/iStock via Getty Images Emily Hemendinger, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus and…
Eating disorders are the most lethal mental health conditions – reconnecting with internal body sensations can help reduce self-harm
An increased disconnect from your body can make it easier to harm yourself, whether by disordered eating or suicide. Maskot/Maskot…
What’s the best diet for healthy sleep? A nutritional epidemiologist explains what food choices will help you get more restful z’s
A balanced diet is one key factor in getting a restful night’s sleep. SimpleImages/Moment via Getty Images Erica Jansen, University…
Your body already has a built-in weight loss system that works like Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro – food and your gut microbiome
Weight loss pills aren’t a replacement for a healthy diet and lifestyle. JW LTD/Stone via Getty Images Christopher Damman, University…
Focus on right now, not the distant future, to stay motivated and on track to your long-term health goals
The fresh flavors taste good now – a here-and-now reward that’s more motivating than potentially avoiding health problems in the…
Sitting all day is terrible for your health – now, a new study finds a relatively easy way to counteract it
Researchers have long known that sitting at your desk hour after hour is an unhealthy habit. Morsa Images/Digital Vision via…
For many who are suffering with prolonged grief, the holidays can be a time to reflect and find meaning in loss
In the post-pandemic world, many people are facing the holidays without their loved ones by their side. Douglas Sacha/Moment via…
Health misinformation is rampant on social media – here’s what it does, why it spreads and what people can do about it
Media literacy is more essential than ever. Wanlee Prachyapanaprai/iStock via Getty Images Plus Monica Wang, Boston University The global anti-vaccine…