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What Causes Chronic Pain?
Everyone experiences occasional aches and pains. In fact, sudden pain is an important reaction of the nervous system that helps alert you...
Erica Cirino


Microplastics shed by food packaging are contaminating our food and drink, study finds
Ripping the plastic wrap from the meat or prepackaged fruit and veggies you purchased at the grocery store may contaminate your food with...
Sandee LaMotte


Deep belly fat triggers inflammation. Here’s how to reduce it
Hiding deep inside the body, a dangerous type of fat wraps itself around vital organs such as the kidneys, liver and heart — triggering...
Sandee LaMotte


This Vitamin May Lower Your Stroke Risk by 17%, New Study Says
You may already know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.—in 2022, around 1 in 5 deaths in the U.S. was due to...
Carrie Myers, M.S.


12 Foods That Contain Natural Digestive Enzymes
Many organs work together to make up your digestive system. These organs take the food and liquids you eat and break them down into...
Ryan Raman, MS, RD


I Ate Yogurt Every Day for a Week and This Is What Happened to My Body
I have always been a yogurt lover. It’s a versatile, creamy delight that anchors breakfast, boosts smoothies, and even serves as a...
Lauren Manaker, M.S., R.D.N., L.D.


Your Favorite Childhood Pastime Could Help You Live Longer, New Study Says
In America, we primarily rely on cars to get around. But that’s not the case in other parts of the world, including Europe and Japan,...
Elizabeth Yuko


Resistance Bands Vs. Dumbbells: Which Will Help You Build Muscle the Fastest?
When starting a strength-training routine , most people head to the weight rack. But when it comes to working your muscles, dumbbells...
Dana McMahan and Brianna Steinhilber


This Is the Best Exercise to Lower Heart Attack Risk, Cardiologist Says
Exercise is famously good for the mind and body. But what type of physical activity is best to reduce your risk of a heart attack?...
A. Pawlowski


It's the humidity that gets you. Here's why — and tips for dealing with muggy days
It's not the heat that gets you — it's the humidity. Millions will feel that firsthand over the coming days as a heat dome is expected to...
Kaity Kline , Michel Martin


Study expands the science on the link between sleep and dementia
If you find yourself sleepy during your daily activities in your older age, you may need to consider it more than an inconvenience —...
Kristen Rogers, CNN


Homemade Bug Spray Recipes for Your Skin, Home, and Yard
Not everyone is comfortable using synthetic chemicals and pesticides to ward off bugs. Many people are turning to natural,...
Jandra Sutton


10 Healthy-Fat Foods to Add to Your Diet
Foods with healthy fats are an essential part of a balanced diet. "Good" fats, or monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats, are typically...
Brittany Poulson, MDA, RDN, CD, CDCES


Health Benefits of Chocolate Milk
Chocolate milk, whether served hot or cold, is more than just a favorite drink that many people have loved since childhood. It’s also a...
WebMD Editorial Contributor


Myths About Obesity
1/11 Myth: People With Obesity Don't Exercise It's a common belief that all people with obesity are inactive, but this isn't true. Many...
WebMD Editorial Contributor


Pack Your Freezer with These Dietitian-Approved Frozen Foods
Are any frozen foods healthy? It’s a fair question when you consider that many of the items in the frozen food aisles don’t have what...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


The Early Signs of Diabetes You Can’t Ignore
Daniel Cox had been studying diabetes for 40 years when he woke up one night with classic symptoms of diabetes. “Not only did I find...
Jerilyn Covert


Over 60? Here Are the Best Foods To Eat Every Day, Says Dietitian
Whether you just turned 60 or you’re well into your golden years, it’s important that you’re eating foods that keep your heart and mind...
Cheyenne Buckingham


The 5 Best Canned Foods to Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer, Recommended by Dietitians
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, and its incidence is on the rise. While factors like age, diet,...
Barbie Cervoni, M.S., RD, CDN, CDE


Is It Okay to Eat Butter If You Have High Cholesterol? A Cardiologist Settles the Debate
In the last decade, butter consumption in the United States has surpassed that of margarine for the first time since the 1950s. From...
Lainey Younkin, M.S., RD, LDN


What can magnesium do for you and how much do you need?
In the world of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and supplements, magnesium seems to be having a moment. Perhaps it’s long overdue: in many...
Robert H. Shmerling, MD


Do you have a vitamin D deficiency? An expert shares some symptoms to look out for
I'm pretty consistent when it comes to taking my B12 vitamins — having energy is a must when you have a toddler. And thanks to my love of...
Katie Teague


8 Warning Signs That You May Have a Hernia
Though hernias are common and may not be serious, about 1 million Americans each year have a condition serious enough to require surgery....
Kristen Fischer, AARP


What Pickles Can Do for Your Health
What Are Pickles? Pickles, or cucumbers preserved in vinegar, do more than add a crunchy, tangy bite to your favorite sandwich or burger....
Angela Nelson
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