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2 weeks ago | 
star-telegram.com | Ann Green
As the days grow longer, extra hours of sunlight can disrupt your body clock and affect melatonin production, increasing the risk of restless nights and morning grogginess. But a few tweaks to your routine can reset your sleep cycle, helping you drift off faster, slumber more restfully and wake up refreshed. Soak up the morning sunStart your day with a dose of bright light—say, by enjoying coffee near a sunny window or on your patio—and you’ll set yourself up for better sleep tonight.
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3 weeks ago | 
womansworld.com | Ann Green |Alex Fulton
Constantly turning up the TV or asking loved ones to repeat themselves? Mild to severe hearing loss is a common problem prompted by age, certain underlying health conditions and prolonged exposure to loud noise. Unfortunately, most ear damage caused by these factors can’t be reversed. That’s not true, however, of conductive hearing loss, which occurs when the outer or middle ear cannot carry sound waves to the inner ear.
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1 month ago | 
heraldonline.com | Ann Green |Ann Green
Nature’s sunniest fruits are bursting with natural compounds that make it easy to keep your kitchen spotless!Dissolve chalky deposits with limeTo get your faucets gleaming, sprinkle baking soda on a slice of lime and rub it over dull taps. “The lime’s acidity breaks down mineral buildup, while baking soda provides gentle abrasiveness to lift limescale,” says cleaning expert Karina Toner of Spekless.com.
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1 month ago | 
heraldonline.com | Melissa Gotthardt |Ann Green |Ann Green
You already know that keeping a lid on your blood pressure is a great way to improve your heart health. After all, doing so has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease by 60 percent. And one of the easiest ways to do so is by enjoying delicious, nutrient-dense foods that lower your blood pressure.
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2 months ago | 
womansworld.com | Ann Green
Long before modern medicine, women around the globe relied on natural fixes for their most bothersome menopause symptoms. Today, research confirms these time-tested solutions really work, offering relief for everything from hot flashes to hair loss. Tame hot flashes the Asian wayWomen in Asia report up to three times fewer hot flashes than their Western counterparts. One possible reason: the creamy soy milk they sip at breakfast.
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2 months ago | 
womansworld.com | Ann Green |Isabelle Paquette
Feeling drained and struggling to stay energized throughout the day? Between busy schedules, screen time and daily stressors, it’s not unusual to find yourself wondering how to get more energy.. While reaching for another cup of coffee might seem like the best solution, simple lifestyle tweaks can give you a natural boost (minus the caffeine crash). From the foods you eat to the small habits you build into your routine, these proven strategies help you fight fatigue and stay energized.
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Jan 18, 2025 | 
womansworld.com | May Hwang |Ann Green |Abbey Bender
Vitamin D, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” becomes increasingly important as we age. Not only does it play a big role in maintaining bone health and supporting the immune system, but it may also reduce the risk of chronic conditions like osteoporosis and certain cancers. Despite its importance, many women over 50 struggle to get enough vitamin D. But understanding how much vitamin D you need per day—and how to get it—can make a significant difference in maintaining vitality as you age.
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
womansworld.com | Ann Green |Abbey Bender |Marcy Lovitch
A nagging cough is not only annoying but can drain your energy, disrupt sleep and worsen a sore throat. Fortunately, doctors agree there are several home remedies for a cough that can ease symptoms fast. Read on to find out what works best (you may be surprised to find eating pineapple on the list!), plus when to see a doctor.
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Apr 26, 2024 | 
womansworld.com | Katherine Wandersee |Ann Green |Rachel Cosma
You’re in the grocery store when an old song plays over the sound system. Suddenly, you’re no longer in the frozen foods aisle. You’re transported back to your teen years, blasting the tune and singing along with friends in the car. Many of us can relate to a scenario like this. In fact, there is a scientific term for it — neural nostalgia. By studying how our brains process music, experts are finding new ways to harness the power of neural nostalgia to enhance our health.
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Jan 2, 2024 | 
madinamerica.com | Hugh Polk |Ann Green |is a Harvard
“Creating Our Mental Health”: Welcome to a conversation between two social therapists who meet regularly to share and advance our therapeutic work. We hope these dialogues can support and stimulate others who are integrating developmental conversations into their therapeutic practices and personal growth. See the first post in the series for a brief explanation of what social therapy is and the perspectives we’re coming from in our dialogues.
