Healthy living
Science and research can help us make better choices when it comes to the foods we eat. Research suggests that some foods, and , provide benefits to our minds and bodies.
Scientists study everything from and whether is good for you to how and how your are related.
Explore and .
Humans have deep-rooted instincts to avoid unnecessary physical activity, because until recently it was beneficial to avoid it.”Dan Lieberman
Professor of biological science
Balancing diet and exercise
The best balance is both a good diet and an active lifestyle, Professor I-Min Lee says.
Top 5 exercises
No matter your age or fitness level, these activities are some of the best you can do to help get in shape.
What we feel
How are our mental health and physical health linked? Ӱ experts study the ways we can best take care of ourselves holistically.
We're all human
Intellectual growth and academic achievement should not come at the expense of our health. Ӱ recently launched a new collection of mental health and wellbeing resources for students, faculty, and staff.
We're all human- Ӱ Medical School
Is a mobile app as good as a therapist?
- Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Daytime eating and mental health
- Ӱ Law School
Student group focuses on wellbeing
- Ӱ Chan School
Spirituality may lead to better health outcomes
- Ӱ Graduate School of Education
Making time for mindfulness in the classroom
Learn about opportunities in your neighborhood and which greenspaces are easily accessible to you.”Heather Eliassen
Professor of nutrition and epidemiology
Music and mood
New analysis finds that music boosts our mood and wellbeing, and may even help during treatments for certain health conditions.
Healthy buildings
What makes a place “healthy” is complex, layered, and sometimes even contradictory, but our wellbeing depends on the places around us.
How we rest
How are sleep and wellness entwined? Researchers at Ӱ study the different aspects of how sleep relates to our health.
Our brain while we sleep
Scientists believe that sleep plays a role in how we learn and form long-term memories.
Excessive napping
A study of older adults found that excessive daytime napping may signal an elevated risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Sleepy students
Researchers have found evidence that school start times impact non-cognitive factors like academic performance, attendance, and dropout rates.
Risky behaviors can negatively impact our health, cause health complications, and even decrease our lifespan.
Scientists at Ӱ and beyond are investigating the dangers of , evaluating the effectiveness of , and researching the paths to .
Recent research has revealed that consuming less sodium and more potassium can Researchers have also linked sleep deprivation and alcohol consumption to .
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