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Diseases
Outbreak is now the worst in US history – over 18,000 infected
A summer of contaminated iceberg lettuce drove US cyclospora cases to an all-time high.
Nutrition
It has 3-4 times more fiber than a plum, but most people eat too little of it
Americans eat far less fiber than health authorities recommend, and one produce-aisle regular sits mostly untouched.
Mind
How to encourage your child to read more
Reading can give children a chance to relax and escape into another world.At the same time, books can strengthen their language skills and create enjoyable moments for the...
Diseases
These teenagers most likely to develop an eating disorder
A large review of 51 studies found the opposite of what most clinicians expect.
Diseases
Secondhand smoke killed 1.66 million people last year: Here’s what it does to the heart
A new study estimates that 2.7 billion people breathed someone else's smoke in 2023.
Body
The Body Can Sense Death – And It All Starts With The Nose
Death remains one of life’s biggest mysteries, but new research reveals that our bodies might detect it before our minds do.Through scent and instinct, our subconscious reacts to...
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Vitamins and Supplements
Do fish oil supplements actually work? Here’s what the evidence says
People who eat oily fish twice a week live longer. The capsules do not clearly follow.
Diseases
23 dead as West Nile spreads through 40 US states: the 7 symptoms to watch for
The CDC has logged 407 human cases and 23 deaths so far this season. Here is who is most at risk and when to seek care.
Dietary Habits
How drinking beet juice regularly may affect your blood pressure
Beet juice has been linked to several interesting effects on blood pressure, although the results may vary from...
Mind
Women who stay fit in midlife may cut their dementia risk by nearly 90%
Long-term Swedish research followed 191 women for 44 years and found a striking gap.
Body
Your metabolism may not be why you gain weight after 40 – here is the real reason
A landmark study finds daily calorie burn stays remarkably stable for four full decades of adult life.
Nutrition
How eating more fruit every day may protect your lungs from air pollution
A UK Biobank analysis of about 200,000 adults links fruit intake to slower lung decline from PM2.5.
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New treatment could make minerals in whole grains easier to absorb
A new Swedish method aims to make it easier for the body to absorb nutrients from whole grains.
How to get the most out of a nap without ruining your nighttime sleep
Taking a nap during the day can be helpful,...
A drug made for the heart may also slow how cancer spreads to distant organs
A small early trial from Vanderbilt hints that an investigational cardiovascular drug could cut cancer's spread.
Researchers raise concerns over paracetamol in pregnancy
A new Danish study is raising questions about a common painkiller widely used during pregnancy.
Latest Articles
Woman who was clinically dead for 32 seconds describes near-death experience
An American woman says 32 seconds without a heartbeat changed her life and reshaped how she sees humanity’s future.
New study finds weight loss may lower the risk of certain disease combinations
Excess body weight may help explain why some chronic illnesses frequently occur together, according to a study.
New speculation about Donald Trump’s health
How much do voters really know about Donald Trump’s health?
10 Essential Tips to Improve Your Sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep is as crucial for your health as regular exercise and a balanced diet. Yet, many people struggle to get...
Recognizing the Final Stages of Life: 8 Common Signs
Understanding the body’s signals in the final stages of life can help make this difficult time more manageable. Here are clear signs and advice...
Five Good Reasons to Take the Stairs
Every year, on the second Wednesday of January, "Take the Stairs Day" is observed as an initiative to promote a healthier lifestyle – one...
Should You Avoid Pasta to Lose Weight? Researchers Have the Answer
Who doesn’t love a steaming bowl of pasta? For those who cherish this delicious carbohydrate, it often feels like they can’t enjoy it as...
New Research Reveals Surprising Health Benefits of Sugar
We’ve all been there. You’re sitting with a steaming cup of coffee, debating whether to take just one more cookie. But then doubt creeps...
Do You Frequently Take Paracetamol? New Research Reveals Hidden Risks
Most people have reached for a pain relief pill on a bad day. Paracetamol, the most common painkiller, is often a quick solution for...