Healthier You Topic/Article Index

• Health Care Finances | Optum
• 11 surprising items you can buy with your health savings account or flexible spending account | Optum
• 5 signs you might need a different health plan | Optum
• 5 surprising men’s health care products you can buy with your FSA or HSA dollars | Optum
• 5 surprising summer health care products you can buy with your FSA or HSA dollars | Optum
• 6 health insurance benefits you might not know about | Optum
• 6 surprising women's health care products covered by FSA and HSA | Optum
• 7 wellness gifts that are sure to wow | Optum
• Can I deduct medical expenses from my taxes? | Optum
• Do HSA funds roll over? What you need to know | Optum
• Fix medical billing errors with this 6-step process | Optum
• FSA vs. HSA: What are they and can you have both? | Optum
• How do I choose health insurance? | Optum
• How does a health savings account (HSA) help me save money? | Optum
• How to update your health insurance before open enrollment | Optum
• HSA max contribution, explained | Optum
• Your open enrollment checklist: 8 questions to ask before renewing your plan | Optum
• The best FSA eligible items you can buy before the end of the year | Optum
• Understanding a dependent care flexible spending account (FSA): Coverage, eligible expenses, and costs explained | Optum
• What are medical expense accounts? FSAs, HRAs, HSAs, and MSAs | Optum
• What to do if you get sick or hurt on vacation | Optum
• What is an FSA? A simple guide to saving money on healthcare expenses | Optum
• What is an HSA? A guide to Health Savings Accounts and how they work | Optum
• What you need to know about signing up for Medicare at age 65 | Optum
• HSA contribution changes in 2025: What you need to know | Optum
• Health Conditions | Optum
• 5 asthma, allergy and COPD triggers hiding in your home | Optum
• The 5 biggest myths about prediabetes | Optum
• Exercises to improve your eyesight | Optum
• 5 heart-smart habits that will get you and your family healthy | Optum
• 6 colon cancer questions to ask your doctor | Optum
• 6 common causes of shoulder pain (and simple ways to find relief) | Optum
• 6 simple ways to keep your brain healthy as you get older | Optum
• 6 ways to find back pain relief at home | Optum
• The best hay fever remedies you need to try | Optum
• 8 ways to beat your allergies this season | Optum
• Allergies vs. sinus infections: Symptoms, treatment and more | Optum
• Breast cancer screening tests: Mammograms, ultrasounds and MRIs | Optum
• Low FODMAP diet made easy: Your guide to tackling IBS without the guesswork | Optum
• Can red light therapy really work for pain? | Optum
• Mild cognitive impairment: Signs and prevention | Optum
• Are you feeling defeated by diabetes? 8 tips to help you overcome burnout | Optum
• Do you feel gassy, bloated and constipated? | Optum
• What are the symptoms of congestive heart failure? | Optum
• How to care for someone with Alzheimer's disease — while still caring for yourself | Optum
• How contagious is norovirus?​ Treatment and prevention | Optum
• 8 simple habits that can keep your eyes healthy | Optum
• Tips to keep your brain healthy as you age | Optum
• Common symptoms of kidney problems (and how to prevent them) | Optum
• How to quickly measure the health of your brain | Optum
• How to relieve dry eyes fast | Optum
• How to spot and treat childhood allergies | Optum
• How to support a loved one with diabetes | Optum
• Natural ways to ease a cold | Optum
• Prevent diabetes with this 5-step prediabetes action plan | Optum
• Pulmonary rehab for COPD can help you breathe easier | Optum
• Safe exercises for achy joints that will relieve pain | Optum
• Should I get tested for breast cancer genes? | Optum
• Should you get tested for seasonal allergies? | Optum
• Spot the difference between walking pneumonia or a cold | Optum
• Spot the difference between a cold, flu, COVID-19, or allergies | Optum
• A surprising way to ease chronic pain | Optum
• The top 4 ways to lower your risk of cervical cancer | Optum
• What is chronic pain? Here's what you need to know | Optum
• What to do after a heart attack: The first 5 things | Optum
• Allergy symptoms 101: Your complete guide | Optum
• How to improve kidney function and avoid kidney disease | Optum
• What do I need to know about type 2 diabetes? | Optum
• What is a migraine mocktail? | Optum
• Signs your COPD may be getting worse | Optum
• What recovering from a stroke quickly looks like | Optum
• What you need to know about cancer | Optum
• What you need to know about prostate cancer | Optum
• Why breathing problems can get worse in warm weather — and what to do about it | Optum
• Healthy Living | Optum
• 10 common — but confusing — health terms every person needs to know | Optum
• 10 easy ways to sneak activity into your day | Optum
• 10 high-fiber foods you should eat every week | Optum
• 12 summer health tips to feel amazing this season | Optum
• The 2-second health check you can do every day | Optum
• 3 health trends to try this year (and 2 to skip) | Optum
• 3 ways to prevent chronic illness and health conditions | Optum
• 4 smart health habits for women | Optum
• 4 surprising health benefits of talking to your best friend | Optum
• 4 things your health tracker can measure besides steps | Optum
• 5 benefits of a vegetarian diet | Optum
• 5 things to know about invisible labor | Optum
• Your guide to tick-borne diseases | Optum
• How to lose weight without counting calories | Optum
• 6 simple ways to have a healthier relationship with alcohol | Optum
• Winter dry skin: causes and treatment | Optum
• 7 exercises older adults can do to get moving | Optum
• 7 habits to break when you’re trying to lose weight | Optum
• 7 reasons to make time for your flu vaccine (even when you’re swamped) | Optum
• 7 reasons you’re always tired (and what you can do about it) | Optum
• 7 signs you have a good doctor | Optum
• 8 affordable superfoods to add to your grocery list | Optum
• 10 fun, family-friendly workouts to try this summer | Optum
• Stay sun-safe: How often to reapply sunscreen (and other easy habits) | Optum
• 8 tips for a healthy pregnancy | Optum
• 9 ways to blast belly fat | Optum
• Age-by-age guide to kids' immunizations | Optum
• Are you taking your temperature correctly? | Optum
• Back-to-school health tips for kids | Optum
• Benefits of exercise for children, plus tips to keep your family active | Optum
• The best vitamins for hair and nails | Optum
• The big health benefits of sleeping more (and how to do it) | Optum
• The biggest myths about bone health, debunked | Optum
• Body mass index: What it can (and can’t) tell you about your health | Optum
• Can you pass this heart health quiz? | Optum
• Caregiver to caregiver: The advice that helped me most | Optum
• Cold and flu field guide: How to get through the day when you’re better but not 100% | Optum
• The science behind collagen supplements | Optum
• Common skin problems for people with darker skin tones | Optum
• Complete guide to camping and hiking outdoors | Optum
• What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? | Optum
• Dehydration symptoms: How to spot the signs of dehydration | Optum
• The diet that could add 10 years to your life | Optum
• Easy ways to boost your balance and help prevent falls | Optum
• Exercise and menopause: What you should know | Optum
• Family health tips from doctors who are also moms | Optum
• First-aid guide for kids: How to treat scrapes, cuts, minor burns and more | Optum
• Headache vs. migraine: How to tell the difference | Optum
• Health essentials you should have for back-to-school season | Optum
• Health issues some men tend to ignore (and why they shouldn’t) | Optum
• Health screening tests for adults and how to get them | Optum
• Healthy at every age: Your 20s | Optum
• Healthy at every age: Your 30s | Optum
• Healthy at every age: Your 40s | Optum
• Healthy at every age: Your 50s | Optum
• Healthy at every age: Your 60s and beyond | Optum
• Healthy up your burgers this grilling season | Optum
• Heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke: How to know the difference and what to do | Optum
• Signs and symptoms of alcohol addiction | Optum
• High intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts you can do anywhere | Optum
• High-tech products that make staying healthy easier | Optum
• How to avoid getting sick (when everyone in your house is ill) | Optum
• How to avoid losing sleep during daylight savings | Optum
• How to become a runner and why it's good for your health | Optum
• How can I live a more healthy and active lifestyle? | Optum
• How do I keep my bones healthy? | Optum
• 7 tips to raise healthy children | Optum
• How to get a handle on your summer skin problems | Optum
• Lacking motivation to work out? 7 tips to help | Optum
• How to get stronger without using weights: 7 moves you can do anywhere | Optum
• How to improve lung health and prevent breathing problems | Optum
• How healthy are you? Check these 6 numbers to find out | Optum
• How to improve digestion in 5 easy steps | Optum
• How to maintain (or even lose) weight during celebration season | Optum
• Why you should see your primary care doctor regularly | Optum
• How omega-3 fatty acids boost heart health | Optum
• How to prevent hearing loss: 7 ways to protect your hearing | Optum
• How to prevent heart disease and keep your heart healthy | Optum
• How to prevent jet lag | Optum
• How to protect and maximize your fertility | Optum
• How to care for yourself when supporting others in recovery | Optum
• How to make mom friends, and why it matters | Optum
• How to make more time for fitness as a mom | Optum
• How to stop being lazy: Understanding causes and rekindling motivation | Optum
• How to walk your way to weight loss | Optum
• Is it time to switch to a new doctor? Take our quiz to find out | Optum
• It’s family road-trip season — your first-aid essentials are here | Optum
• Low-carb vs. keto diet: What’s the difference? | Optum
• Natural disasters: 5 preparation tips for protecting your health during floods, fires, blizzards and more | Optum
• 10 tips for a fun (and safe) day at the beach this summer | Optum
• A parent's guide to helping a child with ADHD | Optum
• Pool workouts: Why to do them and how to get started | Optum
• Quick and healthy habits you can fit into a busy schedule | Optum
• Safe driving: How health issues, medications and more can affect you on the road | Optum
• The simple hacks that can make New Year’s health resolutions stick | Optum
• Simple tweaks for a healthier holiday spread | Optum
• Summer bummers: 4 ways the season is hard on your skin | Optum
• 12 medicines that can make hot days even harder | Optum
• Supercharge your body this cold and flu season | Optum
• Take this two-week fitness challenge to shake up your routine | Optum
• These headache triggers might surprise you | Optum
• 10 healthy summer foods to savor the season | Optum
• Top 5 nutrients you need in your diet | Optum
• Vaccine schedule for adults (and why you should stick with it) | Optum
• How to prevent wrinkles from aging: forehead, face, and more | Optum
• What do I need to know about gut health? | Optum
• What to do if you suspect a loved one is being abused | Optum
• How to get someone medical help when they refuse | Optum
• What does it mean to be healthy? | Optum
• What does it mean to be at a healthy weight? | Optum
• What does it mean to have healthy sleep? | Optum
• What to expect at your yearly checkup | Optum
• What is a balanced diet and why is it important? | Optum
• What is a normal blood sugar level, and why does it matter? | Optum
• What’s keeping you up at night? From bathroom trips to runaway thoughts, these tips can help | Optum
• What’s that spot? When to see a doctor about something suspicious on your skin | Optum
• Why is childhood diabetes on the rise? | Optum
• Why is it important to keep my skin and hair healthy? | Optum
• Why it’s important to know your family health history | Optum
• Why you might be feeling old and what to do about it | Optum
• Mom brain: What happens after pregnancy | Optum
• Your age-by-age guide to annual checkups | Optum
• Your healthiest barbecue starts here | Optum
• Your home first aid kit checklist: Basic items and what to keep in mind | Optum
• Your winter sick-day survival kit | Optum
• Healthy Mind | Optum
• 9 relaxation techniques to feel calm in minutes | Optum
• 20 proven ways to fight stress | Optum
• 4 mood-boosting mental health tips to start your day | Optum
• 4 things every parent needs to know about head injuries in children | Optum
• 5 things that belong in your mental health emergency kit | Optum
• 5 tips to help you de-stress during the workday (and avoid burnout) | Optum
• 6 coping strategies for social anxiety: From overwhelmed to empowered | Optum
• 6 surprising ways nature can help you heal | Optum
• 7 helpful ways to manage anxiety | Optum
• Here"s how to spot caregiver burnout and what to do next | Optum
• Anxious about going to the doctor? How to stay calm and get more from every appointment | Optum
• The beginner’s guide to meditation | Optum
• A beginner's guide to mindfulness: What is it and how can it help your mental health? | Optum
• Behavioral therapy for kids: What to know | Optum
• Could your child be depressed? | Optum
• Want to learn 6 ways to have a positive mindset? | Optum
• Does depression make you tired? Understanding the link and how to break the cycle | Optum
• How to know if a therapist is right for you | Optum
• Flight anxiety: 5 essential coping skills | Optum
• Happy chill holidays: Secrets to enjoying every minute of your seasonal gatherings | Optum
• Have a fear of falling? Here's how to feel more confident on your feet | Optum
• How to build resiliency in your child | Optum
• How to calm back-to-school nerves | Optum
• How COVID-19 changed the conversation on mental health | Optum
• How different mental health professionals help you heal | Optum
• How to form a gratitude habit: Everyday ways to find joy and lighten your mood | Optum
• How to open your mind to different points of view | Optum
• How to talk to someone who is seriously ill or dying | Optum
• How to talk with your teen about mental health | Optum
• Let’s make suicide something we discuss — and prevent | Optum
• Meditation for anxiety: A beginner"s guide | Optum
• Mom burnout explained: What it is and how to overcome it | Optum
• The most common types of bullying — and the best ways to help your child | Optum
• 5 mental health benefits of exercise | Optum
• So that’s what’s been going on: The relief of an adult ADHD diagnosis | Optum
• The surprising link between your microbiome and mental health | Optum
• Understanding the grieving process | Optum
• Welcome to boundary boot camp: Set limits, find more peace | Optum
• What does it mean to have good mental health? | Optum
• What a panic attack may feel like – and how to help | Optum
• What"s the difference between sadness and depression? | Optum
• Why a mental health day can be good for your child | Optum
• Why random acts of kindness help your health | Optum
• Your Care | Optum
• How to celebrate and cope with getting older | Optum
• 4 myths about food and diabetes | Optum
• 5 doctor-approved colonoscopy prep tips | Optum
• 5 medication mistakes to avoid (and smart habits to try) | Optum
• 5 surprising ways your Medicare Advantage plan helps you stay healthy | Optum
• 6 healthy (but overlooked) foods to add to your diet this week | Optum
• The 6 medical tests you can do at home | Optum
• 6 things you should expect after you have a test | Optum
• 6 ways to support a spouse who is seriously ill | Optum
• 7 questions to ask before you see a specialist | Optum
• Answers to common questions about outpatient surgery | Optum
• Are you moving? Here’s how to find a new doctor you love | Optum
• The biggest myths about breast cancer after age 60 | Optum
• Cold and flu hotspots: The germiest places and how to stay safe | Optum
• Could you have asthma and not know it? | Optum
• Could you need hearing aids? How to tell and what to do next | Optum
• Guide to safe exercise when you have congestive heart failure | Optum
• Had a fall? Here’s why your doctor wants to know | Optum
• Healthy habits to help stop bladder leaks | Optum
• How does changing your diet affect health conditions? | Optum
• How to get a good night’s rest when you have arthritis | Optum
• Tips for preventing and treating the top causes of foot pain | Optum
• How to keep tabs on your blood pressure at home | Optum
• 9 Tips for how to cope with chronic illness burnout | Optum
• 6 tips for how to lower your cholesterol | Optum
• How to ask your doctor for Ozempic | Optum
• How to find a caregiver | Optum
• How to get a prescription refill without a doctor | Optum
• How to remember to take your medication: 9 tips | Optum
• How to stay strong and independent in just 10 minutes a day | Optum
• Is it ever too late to improve your bone health? | Optum
• Know your LDLs and HDLs: What your cholesterol numbers really mean | Optum
• Meet the Optum providers on your side | Optum
• What are the mental health side effects of having a chronic illness? | Optum
• Prescribed a new medication? Be sure to ask these 6 questions before you leave the doctor’s office | Optum
• Signs you may be having a COPD flare-up | Optum
• Subtle signs your mental health may need a boost | Optum
• Top questions about statins, answered | Optum
• Ways to see your doctor (when you can’t get into the office) | Optum
• What do you need to go into a doctor's office | Optum
• What doctor should I see for a UTI? | Optum
• What an eye exam can reveal about your health | Optum
• Why medication reviews are important | Optum
• What is a medication review? | Optum
• What it means to be living with chronic illness | Optum
• What it’s like to go to cardiac rehab after a heart attack | Optum
• When snoring could be a sign of something more serious | Optum
• Where can I get advice for my elderly parents? | Optum
• Where to go (and who to call) when you need help quickly | Optum
• Who can go into a doctor's appointment with you | Optum
• Why do my hands hurt so much? | Optum
• Why it’s never too late to stop smoking (and the best ways to succeed) | Optum
• Why it’s 100% OK to talk about bladder leaks | Optum
• Why staying up to date on vaccines is so important as you get older | Optum
• Your check-in checklist: How to prepare for your annual wellness visit | Optum
• Your post-op checklist: What to do before you get home from surgery | Optum
• Your prostate after 65: What’s normal (and what’s not) | Optum