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While melatonin gets all the credit for better sleep, Magnesium is actually a powerhouse mineral that helps with a number of things -- including sleep. Plus, nearly 70% of Americans are magnesium deficient.

Magnesium is an important micronutrient that many parts of your body – including your nervous system, your muscles, your heart, your bones and immune system – needs in order to function properly. The adult human body contains about 25 grams, with about half stored in the bones, while the rest can be found in soft tissues, bodily fluids and muscles. Most adults in the US do not meet that daily target through their diet. And selecting a supplement is no easy task, as a bewildering number of products can be found on the market. 

Exercise can feel impossible when you’re depressed, but it’s one of the most effective tools for relief. Just 30 minutes of movement a few times a week releases endorphins, lifts mood, and provides structure. It also distracts from negative thoughts and creates a sense of progress. Though tough to start, exercise rewires the brain for more clarity, energy, and joy.

It's time to crack out the sunscreen now that the weather is getting warmer! But what does it actually mean for your vitamin D production?

As women undergo hormonal fluctuations during menopause, their susceptibility to migraine attacks may increase, adding an extra layer of complexity to an already intricate process. 

Aging can be a graceful and positive process. Implement these five keys, and learn how to age gracefully past the age of 50.