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The Best and Worst Foods for Managing Arthritis
Diet can play a major role in helping reduce pain and inflammation — or making it worse. Here’s what you need to know. First, let’s get...
Elizabeth Millard


How olive oil could lower risk of dementia mortality
From vegetables and legumes to fish and fresh herbs, Mediterranean ingredients provide a wide array of health benefits, and the...
Kelly McCarthy


Should you take a walk after you eat? Why it might help your digestion.
It may be tempting to head back to your desk immediately after lunch or settle on the couch as soon as you’re done with dinner, but some...
Kaitlin Reilly


Most people don't get enough fiber. Here are 6 easy ways to add it to your diet.
Fiber is one of the most overlooked nutrients in the American diet, despite its vital role in health. According to the 2020 to 2025...
Maxine Yeung
7-Day Sleep Challenge: Create the Right Sleep Space
Your bedroom arrangement can help (or hurt) your sleep. Here are 5 simple ways to set a cozy stage for sweet dreams. Having trouble...
Editors of SilverSneakers


10 Diet Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
These Errors Can Affect Your Weight If your favorite pair of jeans won't fit, the scale seems stuck, or your weight drops off only to...
www.webmd.com


Study Finds Nanoplastics Linked to Heart Attack, Stroke, and Early Death
We know that plastics can be harmful to the environment, but we know far less about the impact of microplastics (often found in bottled...
MADELEINE HAASE


'I'm a Doctor Who Treats Liver Conditions—This Is the Snack I Eat Almost Every Single Day'
If you’re like most people, you may not give your liver much thought—that is, unless you have a condition that impacts your liver, in...
BOBBI DEMPSEY


'I'm a Neurologist, and These Are the Games That Actually Make a Difference in Brain Health'
Some healthy habits require a lot of discipline and commitment—we’re looking at you, strength training and healthy diet. But some feel...
SHELBY DEERING
Bad breath is common but preventable. Here's what causes it.
Few things are as off-putting as having bad breath. We inwardly cringe or turn away when a friend or co-worker has stinky breath, and...
Daryl Austin
6 Possible Causes of Brain Fog
What is brain fog? Brain fog itself is not a medical condition but instead a symptom of other medical conditions. It’s a type of...
Valencia Higuera


5 Signs and Symptoms of Omega-3 Deficiency
It’s important to consume omega-3 fatty acids. They’re an important component of your cell membranes. Your body also needs them to...
Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD


The 8 Foods You Should Focus On for Better Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
One of our favorite gut health experts, gastroenterologist Will Bulsiewicz, M.D., is going viral right now after appearing on The Diary...
Danielle DeAngelis


Should You Eat Low-Fat Foods If You’re Trying to Lose Weight? Here’s What Dietitians Say
Navigating the sea of online weight loss advice is like stepping into a noisy marketplace where conflicting claims and confusing tips are...
Kristen Carli


What are the leading causes of death in the US?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports there were 3,464,231 registered deaths in the United States in 2021 – the...
Hannah Nichols


Worst Habits for Belly Fat
Eating While Distracted Instead of scrolling through your smartphone while you snack, pay attention to your meals and savor the flavors....
Rachel Reiff Ellis


Worst Restaurant Meals
Ham and Cheese Omelet The Count: Approximately 512 calories, 37 grams of fat, 1,277 milligrams of sodium This breakfast staple packs...
Mark Aumann


How to Keep Your Brain Healthy: The SilverSneakers Guide
Our brains, like the rest of our bodies, naturally age. But maintaining brain health is possible, and it can even be social and fun. Even...
Elizabeth Millard


How Much Protein Should You Eat Each Day?
If nutrition were a popularity contest, protein would win running away—and for good reason. Not only does this macronutrient help you...
Korin Miller


Is it better for you to eat tomatoes or drink tomato juice? Dietitian explains health benefits
Ruby red tomatoes are the perfect complement to any sandwich, pasta or pizza. Although cherry, plum and beefsteak tomatoes are the most...
Natalie Rizzo


What’s the Best Sleep Position for Your Heart Health? Experts Explain
It is widely known that good sleep is essential to your health, especially your heart health. In fact, studies have shown that poor sleep...
MADELEINE HAASE


What Does a Blood Clot Feel Like? 8 Signs You Should Never Ignore
An estimated 900,000 Americans are affected by blood clots every year, so it makes sense to wonder what a blood clot feels like. Knowing...
RACHEL REIFF ELLIS AND KORIN MILLER


6 exercises that address an often overlooked key to longevity
A strong handshake generally makes a good first impression, but there is more to your grip than conveying confidence and trustworthiness....
Dana Santas, CNN
9 Foods to Help You Lose Weight
Delicious foods that help you diet? It sounds too good to be true. No doubt: Weight loss involves math. You have to eat fewer calories...
Shelley Levitt
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