Mehmet C. Oz's Blog, page 41

How to Take a Nap

Trouble sleeping? Here's how to take a nap to make up for it. A power nap will power you through the afternoon.

12 Healthy-Body Strategies Your Brain Will Love, Too

Use your brain and take care of your body these 12 ways to prevent dementia late in life.

Should You Switch to Sugar-Free Juice?

Sugar-free juice with no artificial sweetener, like unsweetened cranberry juice, is too tart for most people.

Bisphosphonate Side Effects: Should You Stop?

Bisphosphonate side effects have made headlines, but before you stop, talk to your doc, and take these steps to prevent bone loss.

Should You Try Whole-Body Vibration Exercise?

Can whole-body vibration exercise boost your power, improve your balance, and burn your belly fat? Research is under way to find out.

How to Ease Panic Attack Symptoms

Regularly getting just 30 minutes of exercise decreases stress and eases looming panic attack symptoms. Try it to relieve a mild case of nerves, too.

Whatever Makes You Happy Is Good for Your Heart

What makes you happy? Do it now and do it often, because finding happiness -- feeling good about your life -- lowers your risk of heart disease.

3 Sleep Myths You Shouldn't Fall For

We might spend one-third of our lives doing it, yet some of us still aren't terribly clear how it works. We're talking about sleeping. Here are three sleep myths you should wake up about:

Two Worst Foods for Your Weight

For people trying to lose weight, here's the good news: Nutrition researchers have scoped out the enemy. And these two foods are the top waistline assassins: potato chips and soda.

Saute with This Oil to Save Your Brain

The next time you’re looking to sizzle up a stir-fry, you might do your brain a big favor by grabbing this oil from the Asian food aisle: rice bran oil.