Heidi Godman

It’s been an eventful year in the world, and if it seems like it’s been a bumpy ride for your gastrointestinal tract, too — with bouts of heartburn, diarrhea, or constipation — this is a good time to consider whether you’ve been experiencing temporary symptoms or signs of something more serious or chronic.

Tinnitus — a phantom ringing, hissing, or whooshing in the ears — is a common and very annoying problem for which cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) often is prescribed. CBT helps you redirect negative thoughts and emotions that can make tinnitus seem louder. But CBT can be time-consuming and expensive (it isn’t always covered by insurance). A new study published online Aug. 1, 2024, by

Is your blood pressure being measured correctly? It’s supposed to be measured while you’re seated in a chair, feet on the floor, with your arm supported so your elbow is at heart level. That’s the position used in studies of the effects of blood pressure on various aspects of health. However, a busy doctor or nurse might not use the proper position. A small randomized trial published online Oct. 7, 2024, by

Knee braces might be known best for their benefits after knee surgery: they align and stabilize the joint, giving it time to heal properly.

Holiday desserts are supposed to be delectable. The sweet, rich, creamy, or crunchy treats melt in your mouth and feel like a luxurious gift with every bite. Alas, as we all know, such extravagance can boost your weight, blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol.

You get more than a tasty treat when you bite into juicy berries or sunny yellow peppers. You also get flavonoids — powerful plant chemicals found in many fruits and vegetables. A large study published online Sept. 18, 2024, by JAMA Network Open

Share By Heidi Godman Posted on December 05, 2024 Before the pandemic, talking to a therapist or psychiatrist on a video call was novel. Now it's fairly common.

A 2024 study of more than 200,000 adults, combined with findings from 19 other studies (for a total of 1.25 million people), tied eating ultra-processed foods—particularly sugary drinks a...

Certain strategies can help people avoid trips to the emergency room during the winter. For example, to avoid slipping and breaking a bone, spread salt on sidewalks and driveways. To avoid a heart ...

A 2024 study of 10,000 people (average age 67) who answered questions about resilience every other year for 12 years found that people with more resilience were much less likely to die in the next ...