Health and Fitness
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Does ginger really ease nausea?
Jan 23, 2026 10:03 am - For more than 2,500 years, ginger has been used for its medicinal properties. But does it really help an upset stomach?
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Food companies target users of weight-loss drugs with ‘GLP-1 Friendly’ labels
Jan 23, 2026 10:02 am - Meals and snacks with “GLP-1 Friendly” labels on the packaging are becoming more common in U.S. supermarkets as a growing number of Americans try obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound to lose weight.
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New diet guidelines say to double up on protein, but nutrition experts are wary
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Bonnie Lane: Why don’t more employers offer ‘mental health days’?Jan 23, 2026 9:59 am - You hear a lot of discussion these days about “self-care,” being mindful of our physical, mental and emotional health with healthy eating, exercise, sleep and recreation. How do we achieve balance in the workplace? Are our employers recognizing the need to provide mental health days?
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Children’s health: Tips for successful potty trainingJan 23, 2026 9:59 am - Whether you’re potty training your first child or fifth, each time comes with its own set of challenges. The countless resources and advice out there can feel overwhelming, and sometimes even conflicting. Here are tips to help.
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Ask the doctors: What is the best treatment for narrow arteries?Jan 23, 2026 9:57 am - Popliteal artery stenosis is a form of peripheral artery disease, or PAD. This is a fairly common condition, where the arteries in the legs, arms or pelvic area get narrower. A semaglutide medication like Wegovy may help ease symptoms.
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‘Greatest personal achievement’: Palatine cyclist shares memories of 1976 Bikecentennial rideJan 22, 2026 8:08 am - Saying it was his “greatest personal achievement,” Jim Michie of Palatine, who rode his bike across the U.S. in 1976 with other cyclists, recently headed west to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bikecentennial.
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Small steps beat big dreams when it comes to making real changeJan 21, 2026 10:46 am - If past behavior and loads of reliable data are trustworthy indicators, many Americans will have thrown in the towel on their 2026 New Year’s resolutions by the time this article is published. The reasons are simple: The goals were likely unrealistic or lacking in specificity.
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Mother-son duo bring confidence-building fitness program to Batavia
Jan 19, 2026 11:03 am - New owners Carrie and Declan Sebold took over KidStrong Batavia, a fitness center for kids ages 1-11 that focuses on physical and cognitive development through fun activities.
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New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn’t raise the risk of autism despite Trump’s claims