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Dementia: Up to One in Five Cases Could Be Prevented, Say Scientists
As many as 1 in 5 dementia cases may be associated with vision impairment, new research suggests. These findings may open new avenues for...
Pandora Dewan


Mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer, according to a major review of 28 years of research
A systematic review into the potential health effects from radio wave exposure has shown mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer....
Sarah Loughran


8 Signs of Diabetes Every Older Adult Should Know
Could you have diabetes and not even know it? It happens more often than you think. Watch for these stealthy symptoms. Diabetes is a...
Christa Sgobba


10 Ways to Start Losing Weight, No Matter How Unmotivated You Are
You know you want to lose weight, and you have a pretty good idea of what you should do to make it happen. You just need to get started....
Christa Sgobba


Which Healthy Drink Is Best for You?
One look at the wide array of healthy drink options on store shelves these days, and you might start to wonder whether that probiotic...
Marygrace Taylor


Men's Health: Common Conditions May Signal Hidden Heart Problems
Urinary symptoms are common but may be warning signs for more serious health conditions, Australian scientists said in a recent study....
Hatty Willmoth


Sunscreen Warning Issued as Boomers Ignoring Risks
A recent survey reveals that baby boomers are significantly lagging behind younger generations in their idea of sun protection. Despite...
Shannon McDonagh


How To Lose Belly Fat, According to People Who Have Done It
Ah, belly fat —it's so easy to put on yet incredibly grueling to lose. If you struggle to shed stubborn fat around your belly, you're...
Alexa Mellardo


20 Best Low-Sodium Fast-Food Orders, According to Dietitians
There are many reasons you may want to consider reducing your sodium intake, especially if you have high blood pressure. And it probably...
Perri O. Blumberg
These are the best cold remedies according to doctors
The common cold is a common nuisance. All that sniffling, sneezing, and aching can leave you feeling miserable for days. It's no surprise...
Caroline Kee


Toby Keith died at 62 due to stomach cancer diagnosis: A timeline of his health
The "Toby Keith: An American Icon" special aired on NBC on the evening of Aug. 28, a little over six months after the country legend died...
Liz Calvario


Eating these foods lowers dementia risk, even with type 2 diabetes and heart disease, study says
Eating an anti-inflammatory diet of whole grains, fruits and vegetables instead of an inflammatory diet focused on red and processed...
Sandee LaMotte, CNN


Best and Worst Chinese Dishes for Your Health
Worst: Egg Rolls Sure, there are veggies in the filling. But egg rolls are anything but healthy. They’re wrapped in dough and deep-fried....
Sharon Liao
Top 10 Habits That Can Help You Lose Weight
Weight control is all about making small changes that you can live with forever. As you incorporate these minor adjustments into your...
Kathleen M. Zelman, RD, LD, MPH


Eating For Energy After 50
Pack in Protein Top that salad with salmon. Protein supports almost every function of the body, and you need more of it as you age....
Brunilda Nazario, MD
How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Really Need?
Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night, but that amount may vary based on different factors. Read on to find out how much sleep...
Taylor Jones, RD


7 Tips for Eating Healthy While Traveling, According to Nutritionists
According to a 2024 travel survey, approximately 82 percent of Americans plan to travel this summer. While vacationing is often a time...
Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.
The Surprising Link Between Sleep and Mental Health
There are many (many!) reasons we might not sleep well—from scrolling on our phones in bed to stressing out about work to downing too...
Marina Arshavskiy


The 7 Best Foods to Eat for Better Sleep
Having trouble falling and staying asleep? It could have something to do with your diet. Did you know the foods you eat can affect your...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


Should You Ditch Low-Fat Foods for Good?
Low-fat foods are staples on grocery store shelves. But are they healthier choices? Here’s what you need to know to decide. The low-fat...
Jaclyn Konich, M.P.H., R.D.N.


The #1 Spice for Gut Health, According to Gastroenterologists
Maintaining a healthy microbiome is important for disease prevention, as well as supporting immunity and mood. When making meals, keep...
Deborah Murphy, M.S., RDN


3 Surprising 'Mini Heart Attack' Symptoms Most People Miss
In movies and on TV, heart attacks are portrayed as dramatic, chest-clenching events. While sometimes, they do look this way in real...
Emily Laurence


The One Thing You Should Never, Ever Do if You're Living With Arthritis
While adults of any age can get arthritis, it’s a health condition that becomes more common with age. Approximately 47% of adults 65 and...
Emily Laurence


Do ears and noses get bigger with age?
Ears and noses do increase in size as we get older, but it's due to how aging affects our tissues, rather than the growth of new tissue....
Anna Gora
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