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Is there a science to being happy? Does our brain chemistry, or even our genetics, determine how we

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Long before WeightWatchers became a weight loss empire, the legacy dieting company started as a smal

It’s become a multibillion-dollar business: weight loss drugs. Demand is high, as is the cost. How d

New drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic and Mounjaro are billed as a revolutionary new approach for losing we

Everybody knows losing weight is tough. But why? While diet, exercise, and willpower might have some

At the start of 2024, many of us are thinking about how to look and feel our best. For some of us, t

Chasing Life is taking a short break and will be back with new episodes next month. But for now, we

It’s that time of year when we start to think about what we want and who we’ll be in 2024. Maybe you

How can we test our brain health? What happens to the brain during pregnancy? And how easily does th

The Forgiving Brain

2023/12/5

During the holiday season, we’re often encouraged to make amends and forgive people, but what does i

If you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed, taking out the trash or doing laundry is normally the last

Online dating has changed the way we approach and pursue relationships. Like so much in modern life,

Nearly one in five US adults are diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives. As the use

More than three years after the outset of the Covid-19 pandemic, many long Covid patients are still

The spooky season can be a divisive one. Some of us love being scared, and others avoid it at all co

Many of us have been told that foods like blueberries, salmon, and leafy greens are “good for the br

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the latest news cycle, you’re not alone. That’s why, on today’s pod

From the NFL to youth soccer, sports teams have been forced to reckon with decades of research showi

What happens in the brain during menopause? As it turns out, the brain gets remodeled, and even rewi

Are you someone who needs a cup of coffee or spot of tea to start the day? Would you be surprised to

The Rested Brain

2023/9/19

From work responsibilities to social engagements to family commitments, our days are jam-packed, and