Mehmet C. Oz's Blog, page 37

Ease Work Stress

Ease work stress with good manners: Speak kindly and don't be tempted to gossip or play office politics. Bad manners lead to stress at work.

When Organic Vegetables and Fruits Are a Must

Everything doesn't have to be organic, but these dozen organic vegetables and fruits are a must.

What's New in Ulcerative Colitis Treatment

Colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease, still has no known cause, but advances are being made in ulcerative colitis treatment.

"Smart Pills" for Kids

Algae-based DHA supplements may or may not make kids smarter, but they're one way kids can get this important omega-3.

Go to Bed Earlier, Lose Weight

Early to bed makes you healthy, wise, and maybe skinny. So how much sleep do you need? At least 6 ½ hours, and maybe as much as 8.

Spices That Curb Triglycerides

Here's a tasty way to curb triglycerides: Add healthy spices like rosemary, oregano, cinnamon, turmeric, and garlic to your favorite dishes.

Hearing Loss and Secondhand Smoke

Smoking is a danger to everyone around you. Secondhand smoke doubles kids' risk of hearing loss.

Get the Benefits of Blueberries Every Day

Fresh or frozen blueberries lower blood pressure and LDL cholesterol. Get the health benefits of blueberries every day.

3 Steps to Coping with Stress

Setbacks and hardship may be a sign of the times, but here's help coping with stress, so you're not overwhelmed by it.

Take These Vitamin Supplements -- But Not Too Much

Vitamin supplements can make up for a dietary shortfall, but don't take too much of calcium and vitamins E and D.