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Certain arm positions commonly used for blood pressure checks may lead to inaccurate results. Here’s the right way to do it
A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during blood pressure checks — either at home or the doctor’s office — can...
Jacqueline Howard, CNN


Common heart conditions raise the risk of dementia, experts say
Keeping your brain sharp as you age has a lot to do with your heart — and the younger you start taking better care of it, the better —...
Sandee LaMotte, CNN


High Cholesterol Diet Hack: 7 Heart Healthy Fats To Flush Out Bad LDL Cholesterol
Cholesterol Lowering Diet Tips: High cholesterol, often referred to as bad cholesterol or LDL, is one of the leading causes of concern...
Satata Karmakar


3 common myths about supplements that prevent people from improving their health, according to the US' top expert
Supplements are a polarizing topic. While some people swear by them, others think they're a total waste of time and money. But the US'...
Kim Schewitz


Why Do We Sneeze?
Sneezes have taken on many meanings throughout human history. Early Christians considered them divine signs or devilish tricks, while...
Cody Cottier


Researchers Identify Two New Preventable Risk Factors for Dementia
Treating vision loss and lowering LDL cholesterol could help reduce a person’s risk of developing dementia, according to a new report....
Lauryn Higgins


Consuming Too Many Carbonated Drinks May Increase Stroke Risk by 22%, According to New Study
It’s no secret that what you eat affects your health, but your beverage choices can also make an impact. A recent study from the...
Adam Meyer


Dentist Warns How Mouth Breathing Is Damaging Your Teeth
Breathing through your mouth is bad for your teeth, especially when you do it at night. As we edge into sniffle season, breathing through...
Pandora Dewan


6 Rules to Weighing Yourself — and When to Ditch the Scale
It is 100 percent OK to love your body and still want to lose weight. Body positivity and weight loss aren’t mutually exclusive. The...
Deanna Debara


10 Recipes That Can Help Boost Your Immunity
Tzatziki Your immune system encompasses many metabolic processes that use a variety of nutrients to keep your body healthy and able to...
Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.


Food Swaps for Hypertension
When it comes to your overall heart health, lifestyle measures such as regular exercise, stress control, and dietary modifications are...
Kristeen Cherney


The 3 Best Drinks to Manage Blood Sugar (and 2 to Avoid)
When you have diabetes , you know that part of managing your blood sugar means paying attention to what you eat. It’s just as important,...
Marygrace Taylor


How Healthy Is Your Favorite Frozen Dessert?
Ice Cream We’ve been screaming for it since 1851, when the American ice cream industry began. (Early versions of the frozen treat first...
Janie McQueen


Unexpected Places You Can Get Skin Cancer
Under a Fingernail This “subungual melanoma” might happen under a toenail too. The thumb and big toe are the most common areas, but it’s...
Paul Frysh


Does hitting 10,000 steps a day really make a difference?
Recommended fitness targets can, at times, seem arbitrary. Take the advice to walk 10,000 steps. The lofty step goal translates to...
Alisa Bowman


8 Lung Cancer Symptoms Even Non-Smokers Should Know
There’s a reason most people associate lung cancer with smoking: It contributes to 80 percent and 90 percent of lung cancer deaths in...
Christa Sgobba


I’ve Never Exercised. Is It Too Late to Start?
Coming up with excuses to skip a workout is easy: You don’t have time, you’re tired, or you simply don’t know what to do once you step...
Alisa Hrustic


How Sedentary People With Obesity Can Ease Into Regular Exercise
According to research, adults who are physically active are healthier and at much less risk of developing chronic diseases. But for...
Jessica Timmons


Why do we forget things we were just thinking about?
Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you went in there, or been about to speak but suddenly realized you had no idea what...
Marilyn Perkins


7 Unhealthiest Non-Dairy Coffee Creamers on Grocery Shelves
On its own, coffee is a very low-calorie drink that actually provides some antioxidant benefits as well. A cup of black joe will run you...
Melissa Rifkin, MS, RDN, CDN


Is Fish Oil Good For You? 7 Benefits & Potential Drawbacks
If you're looking to boost your heart health, improve brain function, or reduce inflammation, fish oil might be just what you need. Found...
Julie Upton, MS, RD, CSSD


Why Overactive Bladder Seems to Be Getting More Common in Men
Overactive bladder is usually associated with older women, but a recent representative cohort study indicates the number of men with...
Amy Isler, RN, MSN, CSN


Prime Time: The Best Time to Do Everything
Perfect Timing If you’re gonna do something, do it right -- or at least do it at the right time. A few “hacks” can help you pick the best...
Poonam Sachdev


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
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