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Exercising to keep the brain young: Latest research and expert opinions
Exercise greatly benefits brain health, improving cognition, mood and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Several new...
Paul Ian Cross, PhD


Beyond Basic Blood Tests
Blood courses through your body with every heartbeat. It carries life-giving oxygen to every organ. Blood also helps remove the waste...
newsinhealth.nih.gov
The carnivore diet is popular with influencers. Here's what experts say about trying it.
Men on TikTok are going viral for eyebrow-raising carnivore diets. Health and fitness influencers — who often don't have degrees in...
Hannah Yasharoff


MEAL SEQUENCING: BENEFITS, MYTHS, AND HOW TO IMPLEMENT
While portion control focuses on reducing the amount you eat, meal sequencing strategically orders different foods within your meals....
Mya Care Blogger


I was eating myself to death before losing 200 pounds without weight-loss drugs
Comedian Ian Karmel talks about growing up fat, being terrified of doctors as a 420-pound man, getting healthier and losing 200 pounds. I...
Ian Karmel and A. Pawlowski
Overwhelmed? How to reduce anxiety in times of stress
Stress is an an unavoidable fact of life. And some of it is actually good for us, helping us develop resilience and fueling motivation...
Marguerite Ward


As you age, balance can become an issue. Here’s what to do.
Although you can slip and fall at any point in life, it’s more common with age. More than 1 out of 4 older adults take a tumble each...
Hallie Levine
How to Recognize a Silent Stroke
Silent strokes are small strokes that may occur in a part of the brain that doesn’t cause visible symptoms. But multiple silent strokes...
Rebecca Joy Stanborough, MFA


1st human to contract H5N2 bird flu dies: What to know about symptoms
A person in Mexico has died from avian influenza, aka bird flu, amid an ongoing global outbreak of the virus affecting poultry and other...
Caroline Kee


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...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.


Top 10 foods for healthy eyes
Oily fish, nuts, citrus fruits, leafy green vegetables, and many other foods contain nutrients that may benefit eye health. Nutrients in...
Zawn Villines


Blood test to detect colon cancer could move a step closer to FDA approval in the US
To screen for colon and rectal cancers, most people have colonoscopies, which can feel invasive and require anesthesia, or they may take...
Jacqueline Howard, CNN


Habits Matter More Than You Might Think — These Tips Can Help the Good Ones Stick
Any behavior or action you engage in regularly counts as a habit — from having coffee as soon as you get to the office to brushing your...
Rebecca Strong


How to interpret cholesterol results: What do the numbers mean?
The results of a cholesterol test show people the amounts of different types of cholesterol in their blood. This can indicate a person’s...
James McIntosh


11 Sneaky Sources of Trans Fats
From cereal bars to oatmeal, these foods have a trans fat content that may surprise you. French Fries Many restaurants and fast-food...
Kerri-Ann Jennings, M.S., R.D.


Sneaky Sources of Sodium
Ever wonder which foods are highest in sodium? Find out from Food Network the 10 foods to watch out for if you're scaling back on salt in...
Kerri-Ann Jennings, M.S., R.D.


Lower Your Risk of Cancer
Lower Your Risk of Cancer It’s the world’s leading cause of death, but about 1 in 3 cases can be prevented, according to the World Health...
C. Nicole Swiner, MD


How to Listen to Your Body
Red Flags? Your body will often let you know if something suddenly goes drastically wrong. If something feels really off -- like changes...
Paul Frysh


The Best Late-Night Drink to Help You Poop in the Morning, According to a Dietitian
If you’re someone who doesn’t poop regularly, you may want to make a couple of changes in your diet to promote a proper No. 2. Ensuring...
Isabel Vasquez, RD, LDN


5 Drinks to Avoid When You Need to Hydrate, According to a Dietitian
It’s no secret that staying hydrated is essential for feeling your best. Plain H20 is the ideal choice, but other fluids—from sparkling...
Adam Meyer
You may want to eat more cantaloupe this summer. Here's why.
Cantaloupe is the hydrating, versatile healthy fruit that’s synonymous with summer. As you cut into a cantaloupe’s understated exterior,...
Caroline C. Boyle


4 ways to live longer without spending much money, according to SuperAgers from the world's Blue Zones
Sorry to the tech execs and ultra-rich spending millions to live longer — the best things in life may actually be (almost) free, at least...
Gabby Landsverk


Weight Loss Made Easier With Vibrating Capsule You Swallow
Weight loss might have just been made easier with a vibrating capsule that you swallow, according to a new study. Researchers from the...
Robyn White


Fish Oil Supplements May Increase Risk of Stroke and Heart Disease for Some
Fish oil supplements might not be as good for your heart as we once thought, a new study suggests. At least, not for everyone. Numerous...
Pandora Dewan
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