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Is Peanut Butter Good for You?
Peanut butter can be a healthy part of a balanced diet—just a small amount packs plenty of protein, healthy fats, and essential vitamins...
Ann Pietrangelo


Good and Bad Exercises for Low Back Pain
Lower Back Pain: How Exercise Helps You may feel like resting, but moving is good for your back. Exercises for lower back pain can...
Dan Brennan, MD


Things That Raise Your Chances of Dementia
Age Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. About a third of people 85 and older show signs of the disease. The genes...
Janie McQueen


A Meal Plan and Beginner’s Guide to the Mediterranean Diet
There are no concrete rules for following the Mediterranean diet, but general guidelines can help you incorporate its principles into...
Kris Gunnars, BSc and Rachael Ajmera, MS, RD


5 Little-Known Dangers of Restricting Sodium Too Much
Sodium is an important electrolyte and the main component of table salt. Too much sodium has been linked to high blood pressure, and...
Hrefna Palsdottir, MS


6 Foods That Strengthen Your Bones
We all remember the classic childhood wisdom: drink your milk for strong bones. Turns out, Mom was onto something. Calcium is a...
John Gilpatrick


What you eat can hurt your sleep. What to eat instead
To prep for a good night’s sleep, start at breakfast. What you eat throughout the day could affect your quality of sleep at night. Adding...
Madeline Holcombe


Only one-quarter of sunscreens on store shelves are safe and effective, new report says
Only one fourth of sunscreens on store shelves in the United States deliver safe and effective protection against the harmful rays of the...
Sandee LaMotte


What Happens if Your Heart Rate Is Too High During Exercise?
If you wear a Fitbit, Apple Watch or a similar wearable while working out, you already know that you have a useful tool right at your...
Emily Laurence


Why Your Hands and Feet Are Always Cold—and What Your Body’s Trying To Tell You
Whether you’re lying on the sofa, sitting at work or walking around outside, your hands and feet are always cold. Maybe your partner has...
Ashley Broadwater


A Visual Guide to Balance Disorders
Vertigo It's not a fear of heights, though lots of people think it is. It's not even a "disorder," really. Vertigo is a symptom -- a...
Paul Frysh


Prediabetes: You Can Turn It Around
What Is Prediabetes? It’s when your blood sugar is higher than normal, but not high enough to be called diabetes. You won’t necessarily...
Poonam Sachdev


Sitting All Day May Shorten Your Life—Here's How to Counteract It
Don’t get too comfortable in your chair. Sitting for too long during the day can compromise your health and shorten your lifespan. A...
Fran Kritz


20 Healthiest, Most Nutrient-Dense Vegetables
Vegetables are colorful, versatile, and packed with nutrients vital for good health. They are divided into groups based on nutritional...
Ann Pietrangelo


6 Mental Health Benefits of Socializing for Aging Adults
One powerful action you can take to improve your mental health at any age is strengthening your social connectedness. Yet, certain life...
Stephanie Orford


How Do I Increase Bone Density After 60?
As we age, bone density can lessen, and there are various reasons for this. Some are natural and unavoidable, but there are steps you can...
Faye Stewart


Nearly half of Americans live in an area with a failing grade for air pollution, and the problem is only getting worse
Air pollution levels keep getting worse for more people in the US, according to a new report, and experts say the Trump administration’s...
Jen Christensen, CNN


6 Surprising Health Benefits of Gardening
“Gardening promotes overall health and quality of life, physical strength, fitness and flexibility, cognitive ability, and...
Jessica Migala


Falling asleep to your favorite show doesn’t have to ruin your sleep, experts say
You’ve heard the rule: No TV before bed. But many people find that it helps them fall asleep if they listen to something –– audiobooks,...
Madeline Holcombe, CNN


Cardiologists Reveal Another Health Benefit of Dark Chocolate
For many, few things are more comforting than a hot cup of tea paired with a piece of chocolate—and now, new research suggests this...
Lucy Notarantonio


Parkinson's Disease Linked to Living Near Golf Courses—New Study
Researchers found that those living within a mile of golf courses have 126 percent higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease than...
Hollie Silverman


7 Medications That Don’t Mix Well With Coffee, According to a Pharmacist
For the majority of people, coffee is part of their daily routine. It provides the energy boost you need to kick-start your day (hello,...
Deborah Murphy, M.S., RDN


The #1 Juice for Gut Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
Looking for a gut-healthy drink to add to your routine? Gastroenterologist Joseph Salhab, D.O. recently shared his favorite juice, which...
Danielle DeAngelis


Go Nuts for Nuts
Stock Up They’re good for you in all forms. Simply adding them to your diet lowers your chances of getting heart disease, a huge health...
Poonam Sachdev
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