Mark Gurarie

By Mark Gurarie Douglas Mason/Getty Images Certain love songs soar because they convey vulnerability; they confess and reveal tender emotion with every note and lyric.

Studies show that eating meals too quickly can cause spikes in blood sugar. Slowing down when you eat meals may help you manage blood sugar.

Weighted blankets apply pressure on the body, which may actually help you sleep better, especially if you have anxiety, insomnia, autism spectrum disorder, or other conditions.

By Mark Gurarie Ian Dickson/Getty Images They probably don't make them like Eric Burdon anymore.

Can hobbies slow brain aging? Learn how dance, music, puzzles, art, birdwatching, and gardening may support memory and thinking.

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and Health Sciences.

Mark Gurarie Medically reviewed by Michael MacIntyre, MD Natural changes in sleep cycles, stress, and medication side effects are among the reasons sleep can get worse in middle age.

Beets have a well-established link to lower blood pressure, primarily due to their nitrate content.

By Mark Gurarie Chris Walter/Getty Images As sophisticated as rock 'n' roll got in the 1970s, it never strayed too far from its roots in teenage rebellion and freedom.

Diets high in red meat increase your risk of high blood pressure. Learn how red meat affects blood pressure, and how much you should eat.