Health and Wellness

Deal of the Week: Dr. Oz’s Anti-Aging Tips

Posted on August 23, 2011

Had your fill of the summer’s parching rays? If not, perhaps your skin would beg to differ. The reason why aging is so intimidating isn’t because it appears to sneak up on you like a first-rate mugger. In reality, aging is more like a savvy bank robber who’s spent months casing the joint. Get affordable anti-aging tips and more in YOU: Staying Young, by Mehmet C. Oz, M.D. and Michael F. Roizen, M.D.

WTF? Dirty Words Are Good for Your Health

Posted on August 9, 2011
Swearing is good stress relief according to some studies

Ah, #$@! it. We all know cursing is a social landmine, but sometimes—when you bang your elbow, are having a bad day, or maybe even had a teensy bit too much to drink—you unleash a blue streak that could cause the heavens to weep. But is it as good for your health as say, a long, mind-clearing run, meditating with the Dalai Lama or brain-calming exercises?

The Dangers of Decorative Contact Lenses

Posted on July 28, 2011
How to avoid the dangers of infection and blindness from wearing colored contacts

Decorative contact lenses are quickly becoming a familiar beauty trend, worn regularly by fashion icons like Lady Gaga and Rihanna. At first glance, they seem harmless enough, because corrective contact lenses are medically safe and worn by millions. But look again and you’ll see very real dangers lurking beneath their tinted surface.

How to Tell if You Have Psoriasis

Posted on July 27, 2011
How to tell if you have psoriasis or just a skin rash

Although it’s a widespread medical condition, psoriasis seems to have flown under the radar of buzzed-about medical conditions–until recently, when reality TV star Kim Kardashian was diagnosed with the autoimmune skin disease.

How to Know if You Have an Addiction

Posted on July 26, 2011
How to know if you

Are you worried your habit has crossed over into abuse and addiction? Answer these questions to screen yourself for any unhealthy addiction, whether it’s to alcohol, drugs — and even Facebook. From YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens: A Guide to a Healthy Body and Happy Life, by Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D.

Male Fertility Do’s and Don’ts

Posted on July 15, 2011
Protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections and diseases

For your sperm to be at maximum potency, note the following do’s and don’ts from Michael F. Roizen, M.D., and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., authors of YOU: Having a Baby: The Owner’s Manual to a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy.

Shaving 101 for Every Body

Posted on July 11, 2011

It’s summer, and you’re baring more than usual. Here’s how to get a good, clean shave without subsequent ingrowns or razor burn. From YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens: A Guide to a Healthy Body and Happy Life, by Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D.

How to Quit Smoking for Good

Posted on July 7, 2011
How to quit smoking for good

Nixing the nicotine habit can feel like a daunting, uphill battle, but don’t let fear of failure stop you (after all, this is one situation where quitting is good). There are more resources than ever for smokers who want to free themselves from addiction forever.

Fertility Myths, Debunked

Posted on July 6, 2011
Learn the truth behind fertility myths

Trying to get pregnant can open you up to a world of undue stress, anxiety, and heartache. Without the proper information, it’s all too easy look for answers in the wrong places and begin believing any number of unfounded reasons for your struggle with fertility.

Dr. Oz on How to Ditch Dandruff

Posted on July 1, 2011
How to tame frizzy hair on a bad hair day

Learn which products can help you fix this embarrassing problem. From YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens: A Guide to a Healthy Body and Happy Life, by Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D.

What to Do if Your Child Has Food Allergies

Posted on June 29, 2011
Nut allergies are on the rise among children

Scary, challenging, and seemingly more commonplace than ever, food allergies pose serious health and safety risks for millions of American children. And while we’ve gotten used to seeing “peanut-free zones,” a recent study suggests that it might be time to take a closer look at allergy severity and what it means.

What to Expect from Your First Period

Posted on June 23, 2011
What a teen can expect from her first period

Here’s what will happen during your first period and when, and why it’s cause for celebration. (Really!) From YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens: A Guide to a Healthy Body and Happy Life, by Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D.

What to Expect from Your First Period

Posted on June 23, 2011
What a teen can expect from her first period

Here’s what will happen during your first period and when, and why it’s cause for celebration. (Really!) From YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens: A Guide to a Healthy Body and Happy Life, by Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D.

Stop Freaking Out! How to Manage Teen Stress

Posted on June 22, 2011
How to control teen stress with tips from Dr. Oz

To reduce stress, Dr. Oz gives you permission to chill with your friends — in person, not on Facebook. From YOU: The Owner’s Manual for Teens: A Guide to a Healthy Body and Happy Life, by Michael F. Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D. Plus, why girls are biologically programmed to “bond” more than guys.