The economist Tim Jackson, way back in 2012, wrote this essay for the New York Times - “Let’s be less productive.” He’s a proponent of sustainable development, and the essay is a...
Let’s be less productive
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Lifestyle & Leisure
A selection of Dr. Lavine's articles on Lifestyle & Leisure...
Are you a night owl? It’s genetic
Good sleep is one of the most important health determinants of all. Sleep is far more than just rest. While you’re asleep, your brain reprograms itself, your inner organs get...
Your cure for insomnia
Tips to get a healthy night’s sleep.
How to become a morning person
Proven strategies to shift your sleep-wake cycles to conform to societal demands.
Sitting shrinks your brain
Science keeps demonstrating the health risks of a sedentary lifestyle. Add to the list of negative effects the shrinking of a key brain region involved with memory.
Why sunscreen may actually do you more harm than good
Sunscreen blocks many of the health benefits of sun exposure.
Why is touch so important?
Touch is important because it reduces stress and improves health.
Why is it important to be touched?
A podcast on the TED Radio Hour on touch.
How to live healthily in a world where others don’t – Guest Article
Harper Reid offers tips to establish solid health habits that place your needs first.
Secret to chronic happiness
Kaiser Health News is a great source of information, particularly about the politics and economics of health.
Poor Sleep – The Hidden Epidemic
An epidemic of poor sleep is walloping the nation’s health. Here’s what you can do about it…
Speed Counts
Scientists are now studying how the biomechanics of your gait changes as you age. Awareness of basic movement patterns can help you maintain speed – and health – at any age.
Sitting Is the New Smoking
Discover all the ways sitting is bad for your health, and be inspired to choose alternatives.
Chiropractic Pillows: Pillow Talk Courtesy of Guest Author Dr. George Russell
My colleague George Russell fields questions about pillows and how to get the most out of a night’s sleep.
Guest Article: Your Personal Renewable Energy
Guest author Fran Parker describes how movement variation renews us and restores our energy.
Summer Reading – Guest Post by Teresa Knipper
This guest article by Teresa Knipper expresses her passion for the beauty of the natural world.
Guest Post: Walking Seniors Raise Fitness, Funds for Charity
One woman’s inspiring story of discovering walking as the ideal way to improve fitness, raise funds for charity, and strengthen social ties.
Be Prepared for Life – Four Steps All Seniors Should Take to Prevent Falls and Minimize Their Impact
Plan ahead to avoid falls in your home and to minimize the negative health impact if you do have an unfortunate accident. Learn the four most important steps you can take to be prepared.
