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The Science Behind Forest Bathing

Time in nature may ease stress and lower blood pressure, but most studies are small and short-term. Here’s what researchers know so far

Feb 25, 2026

What to Know About Integrative Medicine Doctors

Integrative medicine emphasize a holistic approach backed by research — but understanding credentials, costs, and evidence makes a critical difference

Feb 12, 2026

Can You Recover From a Cold Without Reaching for Medication?

After prescription sprays didn’t help and an integrative doctor suggested diet and lifestyle changes, I started exploring what immune-boosting advice was worth following, and what wasn’t

Dec 31, 2025

I Didn’t Quit Western Medicine. I Added Integrative Care

After years of running a nonprofit news site that reports on drugs and side effects, I wanted a doctor who could help me prioritize safer, less invasive options

Dec 16, 2025

The Dos and Don’ts of Exercising with an Enlarged Spleen

Exercise is a prescription for just about any condition due to its extensive health benefits. However, when it comes to exercising with an enlarged spleen, you’ll need…

Apr 30, 2024

Outdoor Recreation Boosts Mental Health

I love this time of year, and maybe that has a lot to do with where I am blessed enough to live. In the heart…

Apr 15, 2024

Sick of Motion Sickness? Prevention is Key

Last year, Ankit set sail on a cruise to Alaska. He boarded the boat full of excitement and spent the first afternoon and evening playing…

Jan 31, 2023

Surprising Side Effects of Essential Oils

October 25, 2021 update: The CDC found a deadly bacterium, Burkholderia pseudomallei, which causes the disease melioidosis in a lavender essential oil spray called “Better Homes & Gardens Lavender & Chamomile…

Aug 17, 2021