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Are You Fit for Your Age?
Exercise can’t erase the years, but it can certainly help stave off the effects of aging. In fact, being physically fit is one of the...
Karen Asp


Doomscrolling: Stop the scroll, protect your mental health
“I should stop.” Have you ever said those words to yourself as you scrolled through one depressing social post after another? Maybe you...
Alisa Bowman


Iron: Are You Getting Enough of This Key Nutrient?
Many Americans aren’t getting enough iron in their diet, putting them at risk for anemia. Find out what iron does and how you can get...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


The 5 Healthiest High-Fat Foods, According to Dietitians
Gone are the days of trimming the fat! Kick low-fat foods to the curb and embrace these nutritious and satisfying foods. You’re forgiven...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


The #1 Dried Fruit to Help You Poop, According to a Gastroenterologist
Are you looking to take your gut health to the next level? If so, we have some exciting news. According to a July 11, 2023, Instagram...
Adam Meyer


How does extreme heat affect mental health?
As millions of Americans contend with extreme heat across much of the country, experts tell ABC News that continued exposure to high...
KELLY LIVINGSTON


9 Reasons You Keep Waking Up in the Middle of the Night
When a bad dream isn’t to blame, consider one of these less obvious reasons you can’t sleep through the night. Why you wake up in the...
Jennifer Lea Reynolds


Using This When You Walk Could Help Prevent Stroke, Says New Research
The researchers observed "significant" improvements in blood pressure and physical activity levels in people who used this to optimize...
Miranda Manier


People who live long, healthy lives have these 9 things in common—‘I call them the Power Nine,’ longevity researcher says
The possibility of living a longer, healthier life is more attractive than ever, and for guidance, we can look to the daily practices of...
Renée Onque
Forgot where you put the keys? Experts (and a trivia buff) share tips to boost memory
You don't have to be a trivia buff to be great at remembering things. Monica Thieu, a four-time Jeopardy! contestant and winner of the...
Andee Tagle
4 reasons you keep getting colds every few weeks and how to prevent them
How many times do you get sick in a year? It's normal for some people can to get far more — or far fewer — colds than others. So if it...
Sarah Jacoby


10 Ways to Spot Skin Cancer Before It Kills
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S., according to the American Academy of Dermatology. But it’s also one of the...
Elaine K. Howley


20 Fattiest Fast-Food Orders in America—Ranked
While fats are an important part of a healthy diet, it is possible to overdo it. Fat is more calorie-dense than protein or carbohydrates,...
Sarah Glinski, RD
How Protein Can Help You Lose Weight Naturally
Increasing the amount of protein you eat may help support weight loss by regulating certain hormones and helping you feel fuller longer,...
Kris Gunnars, BSc


Does Sugar Cause Inflammation in the Body?
Eating too much added sugar and other refined carbs is linked to inflammation in the body — which may lead to health problems. But eating...
Mary Jane Brown, PhD, RD (UK)


What’s Lurking in Your Mattress?
Your Dirty Mattress Would you drive your car 30,000 miles without an oil change? When it comes to your mattress, you’ve probably logged...
Regina Boyle Wheeler


Slideshow: A Visual Guide to Prostate Cancer
What Is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer develops in a man's prostate, the walnut-sized gland just below the bladder that produces some...
Nazia Bandukwala, DO


The Best Way to Store Fruits and Veggies
Use this handy chart to help you know where and how to store your produce, what fruits and vegetables can be stored together, and which...
Hilary Meyer


The Five Rules of Good Nutrition
Healthy eating is a topic that’s hotly debated. But these proven principles of good nutrition will help you age better and feel more...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


7 Surprising Causes of Overeating (And What to Do About It)
Ever wonder why you can’t stop after just one handful of chips? A dietitian breaks down what’s happening — and how to get your food...
Mattthew Kadey, R.D.


12 Popular Facts About the Brain That Aren’t Actually True
You only use 10 percent of your brain. Your memory declines with age. Alcohol kills brain cells. These and other myths, debunked. Brain...
Alyssa Jung


Why writing by hand is better for remembering things
Keyboards still have a place, but if you want to retain information, grab a pen. Want to remember something? Don’t type it out—write it...
JUSTIN POT


A new study shows that 1 year of this kind of exercise yields results 4 years later
Retirement should be filled with time with loved ones, relaxation and—according to new research—heavy lifting. As people get older, their...
Allison White


The 8 Best Canned Foods for High Blood Pressure, Recommended by Dietitians
Are you trying to watch your sodium intake? Most people take in far too much, and excessive consumption can increase your risk of heart...
Deborah Murphy, M.S., RDN
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