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2024-04-16T15:07:42Z

I'm healthier than ever at 70 – here's how I stay at my best

Fitness professional Liz Hilliard shares the supplements and diet tricks she follows to stay on top form

2024-04-03T13:52:13Z

The Best Time To Take Vitamin D To Maximize The Mental And Physical Benefits, According To Experts

Plus, expert-approved products to try.

2023-06-16T15:32:09Z

12 Low-Sugar Fruits You Should Be Eating, Recommended by Dietitians

Fruit contains sugar but it is also packed with fiber and other essential nutrients.

2024-04-05T23:30:49Z

13 Unhealthy Habits Retirees Need To Change Now

Retirement marks a significant life transition, and with it comes the opportunity to reassess and improve your unhealthy habits for better well-being. Many people neglect self-care while working and raising their family, failing to make time for exercise and cooking nutritious meals. With your newfound free time, you have a chance to kick vices to the curb so you can continue to feel vibrant and

2024-04-10T14:49:15Z

What Happens When You’ve Been on Ozempic for 20 Years?

The long-term effects of GLP-1 drugs are unknown.

2024-04-15T13:13:24Z

Here's How To Tell Regular Old-Age Memory Loss From Dementia

There are a few ways to tell one from the other.

2024-04-09T11:18:40Z

Dietitians Share Their Top Tips for Losing Water Weight Safely and Quickly

Follow these easy tips to lose those extra pounds holding you down.

2024-04-15T22:27:32Z

How much coffee is OK for me to drink in a day? I asked the experts

People have a love-hate relationship with coffee. A 2023 report from the National Coffee Association found that 63% of Americans drink coffee every day – that’s more than any other beverage, except water. That same year, coffee reportedly overtook tea as the UK’s favorite drink; according to the British Coffee Association, the UK consumes about 98m cups of coffee a day. On the other hand, many people seem to feel uneasy with how much brew they...

2024-04-08T12:07:56Z

COVID-19 booster immunity lasts much longer than primary series alone, study shows

Thinking about getting a spring-time booster shot? A new study coming out of York University's Centre for Disease Modelling in the Faculty of Science shows that immunity after a COVID-19 booster lasts much longer than the primary series alone. These findings are among other—sometimes "unintuitive"—revelations of how factors like age, sex and comorbidities do and don't affect immune response.

2024-04-18T19:57:32Z

Is coffee good for you? How it impacts heart health, brain health, weight loss and mood

Is black coffee good for you? Dietitian explains health impact of drinking coffee on heart, brain and weight loss, caffeine side effects and how much is safe.

2024-04-12T17:07:24Z

Apple Watch Series 10: What we know

The Apple Watch Series 10 could feature a redesigned body and new health tracking features when it arrives later this year.

2024-03-26T04:48:53Z

11 Ways to Make Hair Grow Faster, According to Experts

Plus ways to speed up hair growth naturally.

2023-06-29T17:48:46Z

Europe’s most polluted beaches – where swimming comes with a health warning

Top of the list of requirements for the perfect beach holiday is a sandy stretch bordered by clean, clear water – something that should be a given, but isn’t. The UK has received plenty of publicity about its dirty seas and rivers, but the rest of Europe has its fair share too. Many factors affect water quality, from sewage spills to storm surges, ...

2024-04-12T11:51:13Z

Grim new study sheds light on factor driving surge in medical costs: 'An urgent human health problem'

"We are coming to reckon with the reality." Grim new study sheds light on factor driving surge in medical costs: 'An urgent human health problem' first appeared on The Cool Down.

2024-04-16T01:34:20Z

How to be a caregiver and get the support you need

Often not supported as meaningful work, caregiving can be messy but also an intellectually and psychologically rich experience, the author of a new book found.

2024-04-10T16:07:24Z

Eye infections might seem like a minor complaint, but in some cases they can cause blindness and even death

When you think of eye infections, what comes to mind? Puffy, swollen bruised feeling eyelids that get glued together with gunk overnight? That feeling of having grit in your eye that can't be cleaned away? Eye infections may seem like a relatively minor—if unsightly and inconvenient—complaint, but they can also be far more serious.

2024-04-11T17:33:47Z

Oiling Our Hair Is An Age-Old Ritual For Black And Brown People. But Does It Actually Work?

An investigation.

2024-04-04T16:34:58Z

What Causes Abdominal Distension—and How Can You Treat It?

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Abdominal distension is a noticeable swelling of the belly. Your abdomen can grow larger than normal for a variety of reasons, such as food intolerance, digestive disorder, and gut bacteria overgrowth. In certain cases, abdominal distension can be relieved with lifestyle and dietary tweaks. However, the sympt...

2024-04-10T12:12:42Z

The 'sandwich generation' faces pressure as the world ages — here are 3 tips to prevent burnout

The world's population is living longer, but this is placing mounting financial and emotional pressure on younger generations, according to experts.

2024-04-08T23:31:08Z

Brain Boosters: 12 Memory-Enhancing Foods for Your Cognitive Health

These foods will help you maintain a healthy brain and may even prevent conditions like dementia.

2024-04-12T14:57:55Z

Health Benefits of Creatine Monohydrate

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Creatine monohydrate has become one of the most popular performance supplements for athletes and avid weight lifters. It helps introduce more creatine to your body—a substance that plays a role in cellular health and aids in muscle growth. Of all creatine supplements, creatine monohydrate is the most commo...

2024-04-12T10:10:47Z

As Bans Spread, Fluoride in Drinking Water Divides Communities Across the U.S.

Many believe fluoride may be harmful despite evidence to the contrary

2024-04-18T17:53:09Z

Preventing dementia with clues from Amazonian tribes

The Indigenous Tsimané and Mosetén communities of South America have some of the lowest rates brain disease ever reported

2024-04-16T23:58:10Z

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Chia Seeds Regularly

Chia seeds are good for you, but is it OK to eat them every day?

2024-04-08T20:46:30Z

2024-03-24T12:10:06Z

15 Ways To Be Prepared For The Next Pandemic

According to Fortune, it’s possible that the world could experience another pandemic. Public health officials around the globe even have a list of pathogens they’re keeping an eye on. Knowing that another pandemic is possible and could theoretically happen at any time, it’s wise to be prepared. Here are 15 ways to be more prepared for the next pandemic than the world was for the

2024-04-12T14:32:10Z

Is walking a good enough workout? This number of daily steps can reduce risk of dying

Yes, walking is good exercise. A new study shows that walking just 4,000 steps a day can significantly lower your risk of dying. And every step counts.

2021-12-20T17:54:29Z

Can You Take Turmeric and Ginger Together?

Medically reviewed by Karina Tolentino, RD Turmeric and ginger are popular spices and supplements with Asian origins. They’re a part of the same plant family Zingiberaceae and share origins of being used in traditional medicine in India and China for centuries. Turmeric has traditionally been used to relieve the common cold and treat digestive, ski...

2024-04-03T10:07:56Z

After COVID, WHO defines disease spread 'through air'

By Jennifer Rigby LONDON (Reuters) - The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have agreed for the first time what it means for a disease to spread through the air, in a bid to avoid the confusion early in the COVID-19 pandemic that some scientists have said cost lives. The Geneva-based U.N. health agency released a technical document on the topic on Thursday. It said it was the first

2024-04-18T17:57:22Z

The 14 Best Red Light Therapy Tools Of 2024, Tested By Experts

Don't click "buy" without consulting our guide.

2022-12-02T13:39:30Z

Nike is the top sneaker brand in the world — are its shoes good for your feet? We asked an expert

Are Nike's shoes good for you feet? A podiatrist shares the best pairs, including the Nike Pegasus and Nike Tempo sneakers. Plus, she shares her thoughts on Air Jordans.

2023-04-28T20:33:48Z

Long-term care insurance: Why those in their 70s should act now

Long-term care insurance can help cover your cost of care. Here's why you should act now if you're in your 70s.

2024-04-17T18:21:44Z

Is Shrimp Good for You?

A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Explains

2024-04-08T20:29:01Z

The 7 Healthiest Countries in Europe

When we talk about health, there’s a myriad of factors that determine what a healthy person looks like. Whether they use tobacco or if they abuse alcohol can determine the health of a person. But, also how they eat and their diet determines their health. What makes a person healthy is any diseases they may carry — from high blood pressure to asthma...

2024-03-31T10:16:52Z

4-Year-Old Living With One of the Rarest Disorders in the World

Amanda Burritt’s 4-year-old daughter Emma is living with one of the rarest conditions in the world. She noticed something was different about her daughter at around 6 months old when she wasn’t hitting her milestones. After months of testing, Emma was diagnosed with KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder, also known as KAND. “It was devastating. It turned our entire world upside down. There are only roughly 500 diagnosed with KAND worldwide,” Amanda told Inside Edition Digital’s Andrea Swindall.

2024-04-06T13:16:17Z

AI device detects heart failure by scanning feet

AI device detects heart failure by scanning feet - Heartfelt Technologies says device can prevent up to three quarters of all hospital readmissions

2024-04-16T12:27:18Z

Fen-Phen Again? Why Ozempic and New Weight-Loss Drugs Are Different

The drug Ozempic, after just a few years on the market, has already become a household name synonymous with weight loss. The popularity of it and similar medications has skyrocketed so immensely and rapidly that one drugmaker ran commercials telling people to stop using the products if they’re only looking to drop a few pounds.

2024-04-15T14:36:35Z

Following These Five Practices Dramatically Improved My Mental Health — Find Out If They Could Help You, Too.

In today's environment, there's countless barriers to our focus on our mental health and emotional wellbeing. These five practices will help you overcome such barriers.

2024-04-08T15:29:56Z

Transforming Healthcare Through AI: Efficiency and Accessibility

If there is a way to actually be able to transfer technology from one single source and be able to benefit a lot of use cases at the same time. I think there is a lot of merit to how technology can be perceived, says Rohit MA, Managing Partner, Peer Capital and Co-founder, Cloudnine Hospitals.

2024-04-12T08:18:36Z

Pumping Iron Is Key for Healthy Aging. Here's How to Start

As we age, we start to lose muscle and bone density. Weight lifting can help offset that.

2024-04-17T19:38:23Z

2024-04-15T12:02:29Z

ER visits for heat illness rose in 2023 amid record temperatures, CDC report finds

A new CDC report found the rate of heat-related ER visits in the U.S. rose in 2023 amid more extreme heat events and record-breaking temperatures across the country.

2024-04-18T18:12:58Z

The Surprising Health Benefits of Cherries—and the Best Ones to Eat

Stock up on these fruits this summer.

2022-06-28T20:19:07Z

2023-06-07T13:03:57Z

Many parents give their children melatonin at night. Here's why you may not want to.

Melatonin is a chemical that our bodies produce to help promote sleep. When people talk about "taking" melatonin, they are referring to a supplement.

2024-04-08T11:18:31Z

20 of the Healthiest Dog Breeds with the Fewest Medical Problems

Choose wisely. A healthy dog breed can prevent heartache and save you a lot of money over the years.

2024-04-11T13:06:20Z

People of color are more likely to work long, irregular hours that could lead to severe health issues by age 50

Black employees are most likely to work long hours and have a volatile schedule that puts them at risk for health issues by age 50.

2024-04-17T16:19:55Z

Candice Huffine On Tuning In To Her Body And Saying No To Ozempic

"Looking a certain way was never my goal. I just wanted to feel better."

2024-04-16T12:12:23Z

What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Here’s What Dietitians Say

Experts share expert advice for preventing metabolic syndrome and supporting your health.

2024-04-06T12:46:51Z