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Blood test predicts Crohn’s disease years before symptoms in new study

Scientists tracing patients' blood years into the past found a signal hiding there long before anything felt wrong in the gut.

New treatment could stop children’s cavities without drilling, study finds

No drill, no needle, no sedation, and the hardest part for parents may be one lingering trade-off.

What your feet can quietly reveal about your heart and circulation

Because your feet sit farthest from the heart, they often show warning signs of circulation trouble long before anything else does.

Your kidney function changes with age: Here’s what your numbers should look like

Millions get this number back from the lab with no idea what counts as healthy at their age.

How much body fat is healthy for your age? Here’s what research says

Two people can weigh the same at 30 and at 55 and have very different bodies, and the healthy ranges shift with every decade.

Blood test predicts Crohn’s disease years before symptoms in new study

Scientists tracing patients' blood years into the past found a signal hiding there long before anything felt wrong in the gut.

New treatment could stop children’s cavities without drilling, study finds

No drill, no needle, no sedation, and the hardest part for parents may be one lingering trade-off.

What your feet can quietly reveal about your heart and circulation

Because your feet sit farthest from the heart, they often show warning signs of circulation trouble long before anything else does.

Your kidney function changes with age: Here’s what your numbers should look like

Millions get this number back from the lab with no idea what counts as healthy at their age.

The overlooked health benefits of growing older

Aging is often portrayed as inevitable decline, but research shows that many aspects of health can actually improve with time. From better stress management...

Feel Groggy, Dizzy or Nauseous After a Nap? Here’s What to Do

A nap should leave you feeling refreshed, right? But for many, it ends in nausea, headaches, and brain fog.If you've ever woken up...

These Foods Give You the Most Gas, and the Worst Smell

Passing gas is completely normal – in fact, most people do it between 5 and 15 times a day. The amount and smell depend...

This Is How Many Calories You Burn with Your Daily Chores

Forget expensive memberships and crowded gyms.Your daily household and yard tasks can actually give you a solid calorie burn if you tackle them...

New Research: The Body Sends Signals 12 Years Before a Heart Attack

Research shows that loss of physical activity can begin 12 years before a heart attack.Recognizing this early sign can help you take preventive...

This Type of Bottle Can Contain Far More Microplastics than Plastic Bottles

Many people believe these types of bottles are the safest choice to avoid microplastics.But new research shows that they can actually contain far...