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How long you should be able to hold a plank based on your age

The plank is a popular exercise that trains multiple core muscles at once. But how long should you actually be able to hold the position?The answer depends on several...

New study: Patients may be able to stop heart medication after one year

New research is questioning the use of beta-blockers after a heart attack and suggests that the treatment may not be necessary for everyone.

AI may warn of heart failure five years before it happens

A silent warning in your heart could be hiding for years before you ever feel it.

Moderate wine consumption tied to lower biological age, study finds

Researchers have examined how lifestyle affects the body’s aging process. The results point to a connection that most people would not have expected.

Avoiding the sun? It may be as dangerous as smoking, new study shows

A Swedish study shows that women who avoid the sun have a higher mortality rate.

How long you should be able to hold a plank based on your age

The plank is a popular exercise that trains multiple core muscles at once. But how long should you actually be able to hold the position?The answer depends on several...

New study: Patients may be able to stop heart medication after one year

New research is questioning the use of beta-blockers after a heart attack and suggests that the treatment may not be necessary for everyone.

AI may warn of heart failure five years before it happens

A silent warning in your heart could be hiding for years before you ever feel it.

Moderate wine consumption tied to lower biological age, study finds

Researchers have examined how lifestyle affects the body’s aging process. The results point to a connection that most people would not have expected.

Younger adults face unexpected rise in heart attack mortality

Heart attacks are no longer just a threat in later life, and new data show younger adults, especially women, are increasingly at risk of dying after their first.

Do you eat eggs every week? Here’s how they can affect your blood pressure

Many people believe that eggs automatically raise blood pressure, but research generally shows that this is not the case.The effect depends, among other things,...

Free nicotine products at work: Tech companies hope for more productive employees

The new initiative has prompted reactions from health experts.

This McDonald’s burger contains more than two-thirds of a day’s calories

A new burger from McDonald’s has attracted significant attention. The debate concerns marketing, social media, and nutrition.

Financial stress can be as harmful to the heart as smoking

Heart disease is often associated with smoking, diet, and exercise, but research suggests that another factor may also play a major role.

How to improve magnesium absorption naturally

Small changes in your daily nutrient routine may significantly improve how well your body absorbs and uses magnesium.