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How eating sardines every week can affect your heart and cholesterol
Researchers took a hard look at the humble canned fish and what they found puts the capsule versus food debate in a new light.
Dietary Habits
Top 10 foods rich in lithium – and why this overlooked mineral matters for your brain
Lithium is best known as a psychiatric treatment, but in tiny amounts it’s naturally present in what we eat and drink. New research suggests this trace element could support...
Diseases
New WHO guidance could change when girls get the HPV vaccine
Girls as young as 4 could now be offered a vaccine that most families do not think about until middle school.
Diets
Trying to lose a few pounds? Scientists warn it could backfire
Losing a few extra pounds might seem harmless, but new research suggests that repeated dieting could have unexpected consequences.
Nutrition
New research: Just 2 days on a fully vegan diet can measurably change how your liver works
The organ that quietly handles every meal doesn't take long to notice when the menu stops including animal protein.
Body
Avoid taking magnesium if you’re on these medications
Magnesium is often praised for its role in improving sleep, mood, and muscle health. But while it’s a valuable mineral, combining it with certain prescription drugs can lead to...
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Nutrition
These healthy green vegetables could be worth adding to your diet
Green leafy vegetables contain a wide range of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that the body needs.Here are some...
Exercise
After 25 minutes of sitting, your muscles may quietly start to clock out
The giveaway isn't fatigue or stiffness, but something your legs do under the table that you cannot feel at all.
Body
Scientists discover that ovaries remain active after menopause
Women have long been told these organs simply switch off at menopause, but a new look inside tells a different story.
Mind
The bacteria on your tongue may be quietly shaping how fast your brain works
Scientists swabbed 60 tongues in Exeter and Brussels, and one microbe kept turning up where thinking was fastest.
Diseases
More than 4,000 dead as Ebola crisis forces new travel restrictions
The virus has slipped past Congo's borders, and officials fear the real spread is wider than any case count can show.
Diseases
Your yearly flu shot may be quietly lowering your Alzheimer’s risk
You know the shot protects your lungs, but new research hints at a quieter benefit that may show up years later.
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New injection reduces belly fat by nearly 12% in just four weeks
Scientists are testing a shot that aims only at your fat cells and leaves everything around them alone.
This simple change to your oatmeal could benefit your health
Oatmeal is a healthy and nutritious breakfast, but according to a nutrition expert, one particular topping could make it even better for your brain, heart and digestion.
GLP-1 medication could increase your risk of these nutrient deficiencies
GLP-1 medications are used to treat conditions such as...
Had gestational diabetes? Your long-term type 2 diabetes risk may be 7 times higher
One of the largest studies ever done on pregnancy and later health has a finding most new mothers never hear about.
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Studies highlight possible risks of sleeping too long
New research suggests that while too little sleep is harmful, regularly sleeping more than nine hours may also be linked to increased health risks.
Daily walnut intake associated with lower heart risk in studies
Researchers continue to study how daily diet can influence heart function. One particular type of food is frequently mentioned in recent research.
Trial examines pill-based treatment for sleep apnea
Researchers say a medication originally used for epilepsy may significantly reduce breathing interruptions in people with sleep apnea, raising the possibility of a pill-based treatment.
How Long Should You Be Able to Hold a Plank? Find the Answer Based on Your Age
The plank is an incredible exercise that strengthens your core, including your abs, obliques, and lower back. But how long should you actually be...
How Many Steps a Day Are Enough? Find the Answer Based on Your Age
Many believe the golden rule for a healthy life is 10,000 steps a day, but this target doesn’t necessarily suit everyone. Here’s how many...
8 Reasons Why Chia Seeds Might Do More Harm Than Good
Chia seeds have become a staple in kitchens worldwide, and for good reason.These tiny seeds are packed with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, fibre,...
These 10 Foods Can Improve Your Sleep
Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Your next meal could be the key to a better night’s rest.AlmondsAlmonds are packed with magnesium...
Learn How to Make Cornmeal Bread Like a Bakery
A traditional Brazilian dish, golden and soft, perfect for serving at afternoon tea.Ingredients½ cup of all-purpose flour½ cup of cornmeal¼ cup of sugar1 teaspoon...
Do You Know Which 5 Fruits Are the Healthiest in the World? A Study Reveals the Answers
A study conducted by William Paterson University in New Jersey identified the 41 healthiest foods. In the top 10, watercress, Swiss chard, and spinach...