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How I Learned When to Quit, the Really Hard Way
How I Learned When to Quit, the Really Hard Way
Lost and alone piloting a small plane, I screwed up, pondered death, and learned to reckon with failure
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 24
Greater Body Roundness Means a Shorter Life
Greater Body Roundness Means a Shorter Life
It is to your advantage not to become “round” because greater body roundness means a shorter life with more chronic diseases along the way.
Stephen Schimpff MD, MACP
Jun 24
Why Calorie Counting is Totally Flawed
Why Calorie Counting is Totally Flawed
Calorie quantities you get from food don’t match what you’ll find on labels or in apps
Mandy Willig, PhD, RD
Jun 24
How to Avoid the Infectious Diseases of Summer
How to Avoid the Infectious Diseases of Summer
A microbiologist on avoiding germs in a pool, at a barbecue, or on a trail
The Conversation U.S.
Jun 20
On a Statin? You May Be Able to Stop
On a Statin? You May Be Able to Stop
New guidelines say that millions may be able to quit statins
Dr. Julian Barkan
Jun 19
Let’s Stop Killing Addicts
Let’s Stop Killing Addicts
Misunderstanding the role of dopamine distorts how we view substance abuse
John Kruse MD, PhD
Jun 19
The Truth About Our Teen Mental Health Crisis
The Truth About Our Teen Mental Health Crisis
Social media use is but one factor fueling rising anxiety and depression
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 18
About Wise & Well: A Health and Wellness Publication on Medium
About Wise & Well: A Health and Wellness Publication on Medium
Science-backed healthy insights you can use to improve your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Without all the hype.
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 1, 2023
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I’m 62. I Feel 42. Here’s How.
I’m 62. I Feel 42. Here’s How.
Simple science stuff that can help you feel physically younger, more energetic, and happier, too
Robert Roy Britt
May 20
Why You Should Eat an AGE-less Diet
Why You Should Eat an AGE-less Diet
Food cooked at high temperatures creates a byproduct that accelerates aging
Dr. Julian Barkan
Jun 10
Cosmetic Surgery Skyrockets, Despite Serious Risks
Cosmetic Surgery Skyrockets, Despite Serious Risks
The industry and social media influencers prey on body dissatisfaction, especially among young women
Robert Roy Britt
May 22
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