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  • Are You Too Attached to Your Smartphone?

    More than 75 percent of Americans own a smartphone, making these devices an integral part of our everyday lives. But for many of us, smartphones have moved from handy tools to all-consuming toys. 

  • This Is Your Body on Stress

    Whether you find yourself facing a minor fender-bender, a looming deadline or a fast-approaching locomotive, any stressful event can trigger a series of well-coordinated, nearly instantaneous reactions in your body. Often known as the “fight-or-flight” response, this process evolved as a survival mechanism for humans and other mammals to react quickly to life-threatening situations, helping them to fight off danger or escape to safety.

  • Not All Carbs Are Created Equal

    Rice, pasta, fruits and vegetables. These foods are all carbohydrates — but they don’t share the same nutritional benefits for your body. You’ve probably heard the terms “good carbs” and “bad carbs” — it’s true that some forms of carbohydrates are better for you than others. Here’s what you should know: 

  • Migraine or Stroke? Separating the Symptoms

    Suffering a migraine headache is a sure-fire way to ruin your day. But, what if your headache is a stroke instead of a migraine? Can you tell the difference?

  • Stress and Fertility

    Chronic stress can disrupt the fertility cycle, from the speed and shape of sperm to the frequency of ovulation. While experts don’t fully understand how this happens, it is widely believed that high levels of stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol play a key role.

  • Arnold Palmer Hospital Services — Expanding Into Your Community

    For nearly 30 years, Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has been caring for Central Florida’s kids. Now this trusted name in children’s health care is further extending its reach, bringing new and enhanced care options closer to where patients live. 

  • New Mail-Away DNA Test for Breast Cancer Worries Experts

    By Julie Vargo, Editorial Contributor

  • You Scream! I Scream! We All Scream for… Frozen Kefir?

    With Americans eating an average of 23 pounds — or 21,000 calories worth — of ice cream per year, it’s no wonder we are looking for healthier options to our favorite frozen treat.

  • The Salt Life: Playing it Safe

    With hundreds of miles of beaches and countless hours of sunshine, Florida has its own set of unique safety hazards. Sharks, alligators, riptides and brain-eating amoeba — yes, Florida has them all. But spending time outdoors in the Sunshine State also presents its share of less exotic safety problems — from Mother Nature’s heat, humidity and sunshine to the man-made risks posed by water scooters, golf carts and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). 

  • The Link Between Caffeine Consumption & Miscarriage Risks

    If you’re considering starting or adding to your family, you already may know that quitting smoking, avoiding drugs and alcohol, and taking folic acid are some of the steps you can take to increase your chances of having a healthy baby.