Health and Fitness
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Arlington Heights neighbors open infrared heated yoga studioJul 15, 2026 12:54 pm - Two Arlington Heights neighbors are opening an infrared heated yoga studio featuring ceramic panels that emit dry heat reaching 95 degrees instead of traditional hot yoga’s 105-degree humid air.
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What to know about eating at home and dining out during the cyclospora outbreak
Jul 15, 2026 9:11 am - A parasite causing “explosive diarrhea” has caused widespread panic across the country, adding new complexities to safe food handling at home and worrying diners about ordering the wrong leafy green at a restaurant. Health experts in Chicago say caution is warranted either way, but suggest considering several key factors before raising the alarm.
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Why losing weight isn’t just about counting calories
Jul 10, 2026 9:00 am - Fad diets come and go, but the underlying message almost always follows a simple equation. If you consume fewer calories than you burn, the weight will melt away. In principle, it’s true. And counting calories can be a useful tool for managing weight. But it only works if you know what numbers you’re counting.
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6 surprising tips for how to hydrate better
Jul 10, 2026 8:58 am - You probably already know how important it is to drink water during the summer heat to avoid dehydration. But some of the most common hydration advice — from how much water you should drink to whether you need to add electrolytes — may surprise you.
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Does your partner keep you up at night? Consider a sleep divorce.
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Still kicking: From Doris Day to hip-hop, older exercise instructors can speak their peers’ language
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Children’s health: Is your child ready for a regular seat belt?Jul 10, 2026 8:47 am - When it comes to child passenger safety, there are so many things to understand in order to keep your child safe. Many parents aren’t sure when their child is ready to graduate from a booster seat to a regular seat belt.
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Patient advocate: What is the AQI, and why should you care?Jul 10, 2026 8:46 am - The stubborn “heat dome” that blanketed a good chunk of the U.S. in June held on to make July 4th miserable for a lot of people. Dealing with the heat is tough enough, especially for children and those over 65, but with the heat come warnings about the AQI, or air quality index.
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Ask the doctors: Temporary edema is often harmlessJul 10, 2026 8:44 am - Edema occurs when excess fluid gets trapped in the tissues. Edema can occur almost anywhere in the body. But thanks to the pull of gravity, it is most common in the ankles, feet and calves. Symptoms include the visible swelling you noticed. It can also cause skin to feel tight and look shiny.
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Cancer cases worldwide are expected to soar in the coming decades, a report finds. Here’s why.