Author: Karen A. Jamrog

Melatonin, along with good sleep habits, might help.

For mental fitness, the best approach is to play games with others.

Foam rolling, or what experts call “self-myofascial release” or self-massage, has surged in popularity among exercisers in recent years

Fermented foods can support good health.

Myths and misconceptions about heart disease persist — get the facts straight on your heart health.

Not only does it add flavor, it’s good for you.

The latest on whether caffeine is good for you, and how to boost energy without it.

Stigma adds to the pain of pregnancy loss.

Is the practice hokum or helpful?

Pandemic-related stress resulted in a spike of TMJ cases. If you’ve experienced a sore jaw, headaches or teeth clenching or grinding, here’s what you can do.

A look at the steps behind the science and technology of COVID-19 vaccines.

Radon, lead paint, mold – here’s how to identify and mitigate potential health risks before they’re an issue.

Thanks in part to the pandemic, “Doomscrolling,” or obsessively scanning social media for the latest bad news, is on the rise. Here's how to stop the cycle.

Think you’re too old to exercise? Think again.

Pump up your muscles for better heart health.

It's become normal to track our steps, minutes of exercise, heart rate and more. Are digital therapeutics the future of health care?

Delirium incidence numbers vary, but experts say it affects about 20-30% of regular medical surgical patients, and up to 80% of intensive care patients.

What to do when life changes and you’re not ready.

COVID-19 reveals outside health factors.

Strategies for staying healthy

There are plenty of meat substitutes out there these days, but what are their nutritional values? Are they really better for you than meat?

How a 16-bed hospital and a group of dedicated doctors, nurses and paramedics manage the health and emergency needs of North Country residents and tourists.

Serious problems from the opioid epidemic to lack of insurance (plus many other issues) lead to backlogs in emergency rooms that frustrate both doctors and patients.

CBD is touted as a treatment for everything from stress to joint pain, but what's real and what's just hype? And is it safe to vape?

Skip the fads and make sure your diet is about more than just your waist line.

Overall, particularly if you don’t have a specific condition or need, supplements are best approached with a healthy dose of skepticism and caution.

Overall in the United States, 85 million people have prediabetes — but only 1 in 10 are aware that they have the condition.

Evidence suggests that when we eat, as well as what we eat, matters

The struggles that come with social anxiety range from mild to extreme.

“Wellness” is the buzziest of buzz words these days, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t important. But how to achieve it? And what is “it,” exactly? Let these experts show you the way.

If the worst were to happen, such as a sudden illness or accident, would your family know what your wishes are? An advanced directive not only makes want you want clear, it takes the burden off your loved ones.

Foodborne illnesses make the news, but contamination may not happen as often as we think. Still, there are some easy and important steps you can take to reduce risk in your home.

Climate change affects more than our surroundings - it can cause us to suffer both mental and physical health problems.

Some Granite Staters, such as photographer Kathie Fife, who's pictured here, are tired of inaction when it comes to Lyme disease and are using their unique talents to do something about it.

The state’s up-and-coming bioscience industry is forging new health frontiers.

Support groups ease the anxiety of heart patients.

Healthy employees are happy employees.

Understanding how alcohol affects your health.

What you do (and don’t) eat can affect your stress level and more.

Loneliness can affect more than emotional health.

Telehealth brings the doctor to your screen.