Lifestyle & Health
Featured news in this section is focused on health and wellness. It includes articles of interest to brokers who want to stay healthy as well as employer programs to help employees stay healthy, state health rankings, fitness trends, etc.
Flu continues to bring misery across the US, with all but four states showing high or very high levels of activity as a new virus strain called subclade K continues to spread. By another measure – visits to the doctor for fever plus a cough or sore throat, which are common flu symptoms – the ...
With digestive health topping wellness trends as 2026 begins, one of the best places to start might be the produce aisle in the local grocery store. Over the past year, fiber has muscled its way into the wellness spotlight, giving protein some competition as more Americans turn to whole foods that support digestion, metabolism and gut health. From tropical ...
If the stress of the holidays wreaked havoc on your gut, you’re not alone — 76% of Americans experience gastrointestinal distress during the holiday season, according to a recent national survey from Oshi Health and YouGov. Digestive problems can be triggered not only by holiday overeating, but also by stress. Financial worries, disrupted routines, fatigue and interpersonal dynamics rank ...
Seasonal viruses—including influenza and norovirus—are surging across country ahead of one of the busiest holiday travel weeks, increasing the risk of outbreaks among families gathering to celebrate. Health officials warned that this season’s flu is being driven largely by the newly identified H3N2 subclade K strain, which shows signs of increased transmissibility and reduced vaccine match. Simultaneously, norovirus infections are reaching high levels in numerous ...
During the cold winter months, many people find themselves hungrier than usual, reaching for larger portions and cozy comfort foods. While cold temperatures are often blamed for winter weight gain, experts say the causes actually involve shorter days, disrupted circadian rhythms and subtle hormonal shifts. “Winter appetite changes are more strongly influenced by reduced daylight and sunlight ...
As we approach winter — and all the illnesses that come with this time of year — many Americans are looking for proactive measures to protect their health. Between loading up on citrus fruits and eating fresh vegetables, it’s worthwhile to build up a healthy immune system to protect against germs. But when you’re hit with a ...
The shingles vaccine not only offers protection against the painful viral infection, a new study suggests that the two-dose shot also may slow the progression of dementia. Shingles, caused by the varicella-zoster virus, presents as a painful rash and it’s estimated that about 1 in every 3 people in the United States will develop the illness in ...
A new survey of centenarians finds people who make it to 100 are not letting the grass grow under their feet. Many have taken up habits that younger people may find surprising. According to a survey of 100 centenarians from UnitedHealthcare, nearly half do some form of strength training at least once a week to keep muscles strong, 36% ...
Fiber is known to be a crucial part of a healthy diet, promoting fullness and gut health. As trends like “fibermaxxing” make high-fiber eating more popular, understanding the best sources is increasingly important for individual health, according to nutritionists. Longevity expert Peter Attia, a Stanford University physician based in Austin, Texas, spoke about how fiber aligns ...
A daily glass of orange juice might do more than deliver vitamin C. It may influence gene activity in ways that support heart health, according to new research. In a small but detailed study, 20 healthy adults drank about two cups of 100% orange juice every day for two months. Researchers from the University of São Paulo ...