Jesse Zucker

WASHINGTON — You likely know that exercise is a healthy habit that can boost overall health and physical fitness. There are many types of exercise, such as resistance training, aerobic or cardio, flexibility and balance.  Within each category, the options multiply, and we’re going to zero... Read More

WASHINGTON —  As other fitness trends come and go, Pilates has some legs. You may have seen a Pilates studio in your town, watched a video on social media, or noticed it on the class schedule at your gym. It’s a great workout that can help... Read More

WASHINGTON — If you’ve ever struggled with insomnia, a friend may have told you that taking magnesium will help you sleep. Magnesium may play a role in improving sleep, but it’s also key to several other systems in your body. More than half of Americans don’t... Read More

WASHINGTON — Many of us, from time to time, may feel a little “burned out.” Spreading ourselves too thin with work, family, relationships, health and other obligations can take its toll. The term burnout is technically a psychological condition related to the workplace. Since COVID-19 began,... Read More

WASHINGTON — Adding salt to a home cooked meal gives it flavor. Drinking water with a bit of salt after a long and sweaty workout can help you rehydrate. Yet, salt is often demonized as unhealthy — but context matters. People in the United States tend... Read More

WASHINGTON — March 19 marks the first day of spring. We have more hours of daylight, slowly rising temperatures and flowers beginning to bloom. With the winter frost (hopefully) behind us, certain fruits and vegetables are at their peak.  Eating seasonally can be a fun and... Read More

WASHINGTON — After a long winter of bare trees and gray days, the first signs of renewal are upon us. While it’s beautiful to see flowers bud, leaves appear and grass begin to grow, for many people, it means allergy season.  Seasonal allergies, or allergic rhinitis,... Read More

WASHINGTON — Losing your balance and taking a fall is a common occurrence. Sometimes it’s no big deal and you get right back up. Other times, it could lead to an injury. Older adults have a higher risk of falling with more serious consequences. Improving balance... Read More

WASHINGTON — Our brains are constantly busy. We’re always taking in new information, processing it, thinking about our to-do list, worrying and planning. When you experience mental or physical health challenges, you add a new layer of stress and there may be no room left in... Read More