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This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds

June 21, 2026

This one question may reveal whether your body is getting the rest it needs, study finds

Research finds that feeling older than your actual age may be linked to poor sleep quality, insomnia symptoms, irregular patterns and daytime fatigue.

Dad jokes may be good for your brain in one surprising way, experts say

June 21, 2026

Dad jokes may be good for your brain in one surprising way, experts say

Dad jokes can lower cortisol by over 36% and boost dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, offering real stress relief through simple puns and wordplay.

Scientists reveal surprising brain benefit of laughter: 'It's a mental workout'

June 7, 2026

Scientists reveal surprising brain benefit of laughter: 'It's a mental workout'

New research suggests laughter is a vital catalyst for child development, enhancing the brain growth, emotional well-being and social bonding of children.

Cancer survivors saw major improvements in sleep and well-being with one weekly practice

June 2, 2026

Cancer survivors saw major improvements in sleep and well-being with one weekly practice

A new study found that a structured yoga program helped cancer survivors experience major improvements in sleep, mood, fatigue and overall well-being.

Study reveals unexpected health benefits after 5 minutes of prayer

May 31, 2026

Study reveals unexpected health benefits after 5 minutes of prayer

Adult patients experienced significant relief from pain and anxiety after just five minutes of in-person prayer, as found in a randomized controlled trial.

Just 5 minutes of prayer could have surprising health benefits, study finds

May 31, 2026

Just 5 minutes of prayer could have surprising health benefits, study finds

A new study published in The Annals of Family Medicine found that adult patients experienced significant pain and anxiety relief after five minutes of prayer.

Cancer survivors may see surprising benefits from one specific exercise, study says

May 30, 2026

Cancer survivors may see surprising benefits from one specific exercise, study says

Cancer survivors who practiced yoga reported improvements in mood, anxiety and fatigue compared to standard care alone, a clinical trial found.

Ancient Chinese movement shows promise for reducing blood pressure at home, study says

May 16, 2026

Ancient Chinese movement shows promise for reducing blood pressure at home, study says

An ancient Chinese exercise called baduanjin could help lower blood pressure as effectively as some medications, according to a new clinical trial.

Single workout cuts cravings, offering new hope for smokers trying to quit

May 9, 2026

Single workout cuts cravings, offering new hope for smokers trying to quit

High-intensity aerobic exercise is most effective at reducing cigarette cravings immediately and up to 30 minutes post-workout, study finds.

‘No contact’ on the rise: Nearly 2 in 5 Americans cut ties with loved ones

April 25, 2026

‘No contact’ on the rise: Nearly 2 in 5 Americans cut ties with loved ones

Nearly two in five Americans say they have gone no contact with a friend or family member in the past year, according to a new Talkspace survey.