Healthy aging and longevity Archive

The bird dog exercise is performed on the hands and knees. It involves extending one arm and the leg on the opposite side simultaneously. This exercise is highly effective at strengthening the core, the group of muscles in the abdomen, back, pelvis, and hips that stabilize the spine.

Hydronephrosis caused by a kinked ureter involves blocked urine flow, and the right specialist can help determine the next step.

A recent colonoscopy may raise questions before you donate blood, but the reason behind this screening question may surprise you.

Social media influencers blame “high cortisol” for an array of problems, from stubborn belly fat to poor sleep. But true cortisol disorders are rare and most people have no evidence that abnormal cortisol levels are driving such problems.

Every person smells a little different, due to genetics, hygiene habits, and the skin’s microbiome (the microbes that naturally live on the skin), but body odor occurs when someone’s scent becomes foul. It is most noticeable when people are sweating, but body odor changes sometimes signal certain health conditions.

Hyperparathyroidism involves excess hormone production from tiny neck glands and can disrupt calcium balance, bone health and overall well-being.

A lower-than-usual white blood cell count is often temporary, especially after illness. Find out what your number may mean and when retesting might be needed.

Swollen feet can stem from everyday factors or underlying health conditions, and recognizing the possible causes can help guide your next steps.

Hearing aids amplify sound and can improve communication for most people with hearing loss. They come in several styles and offer different features, so you can choose an option that fits your preferences, technology comfort level, and degree of hearing loss. Hearing aids are available by prescription or over the counter; over‑the‑counter options include certain types of earbuds.

Aluminum is common in foods, cookware, and personal-care products, but questions remain about how much exposure or ingestion matters.