This champion’s heart study helped prove the benefits of exercise

This champion's heart study helped prove the benefits of exercise

Clarence Demar in 1932. Boston Public Library, Leslie Jones Collection hide title enable header Boston Public Library, Leslie Jones Collection Clarence Demar in 1932. Boston Public Library, Leslie Jones Collection Clarence Demar trained for the race by running up to 14 miles a day to and from his job at a Boston print shop, often … Read more

Ancient Wisdom Part 4: Peppermint oil can naturally relieve joint pain, headache. know other benefits

Ancient Wisdom Part 4: Peppermint oil can naturally relieve joint pain, headache.  know other benefits

Note to readers. Ancient Wisdom is a series of guides that sheds light on age-old wisdom that has helped people for generations with time-honored solutions to everyday fitness challenges, chronic health issues, and stress management, among others. Through this series we try to provide modern solutions to your health problems with traditional insights. Mint: Witch … Read more

Lavender is the stress-busting, sleep-enhancing herb of our (literal) dreams, here’s how to reap its health benefits

P:Maybe lavender has long been your go-to scent, or maybe it’s now on your mind (and in your playlist) thanks to Taylor Swift’s “Lavender Haze.” In any case, did you know that grass boasts much more than just a pleasant aroma and beautiful color? Lavender has been used and revered for thousands of years for … Read more