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Medically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDNMedically reviewed by Jamie Johnson, RDNStrawberries are one of the best fruits of the summer season. Not only do they taste amazing, but they are also full of antioxidants like vitamin C and key nutrients like fiber and folate. These fruits are part of the Rosaceae, or rose, family, which includes apples, pears, cherries, almonds, and raspberries. Here are the major health benefits of strawberries, plus simple ways to add more of them to your diet. 1. Full of AntioxidantsStrawberries are full of antioxidants. Antioxidants are molecules present in the body and found in plant-based foods that...

6 Health Benefits of Strawberries

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RDMedically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RDPeanuts, scientifically known as Arachis hypogaea and sometimes called groundnuts, are legumes belonging to the Fabaceae family, which includes beans and lentils. Despite having nuts in the name, peanuts are considered legumes because they're edible seeds that grow in pods. People worldwide enjoy peanuts in many forms, including peanut oil, peanut butter, and peanut snacks.Peanuts are packed with nutrients. They contain all 20 amino acids (the building blocks of protein), fiber, vitamins, minerals, and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. They also have health-boosting compounds like resveratrol and flavonoids, which have antioxidant properties.However,...

Health Benefits of Peanuts

Medically reviewed by Melissa Nieves, LNDMedically reviewed by Melissa Nieves, LNDTropical fruits are usually grown in hot, humid regions within the tropics, which span regions in Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania. These fruits may enrich your diet by providing exotic flavors and, like fruits in general, nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.Adults generally need 1.5-2.5 cups of fruits daily. A balanced diet that includes fruits can reduce the risk of chronic diseases.Here are 20 of the healthiest tropical fruits to invigorate your meals. Use them in smoothies, salads, salsas, desserts, or yogurt and cereal toppings.1. MangoMango, the...

20 Tropical Fruits With the Most Health Benefits

We tested the most popular creatine supplements to find the best options for muscle growth, brain health, and well-being

The 8 Best Creatine Supplements, Tested and Reviewed

Medically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MDMedically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MDCortisol belly is weight gain in the abdominal area, sometimes referred to as abdominal obesity, caused by an excess of the stress hormone cortisol. It can happen to anyone experiencing prolonged stress.Other factors can also contribute to fat accumulation in the abdomen. Abdominal obesity is common: approximately 53% of adults in the United States experience the condition, and it is more common in people with uteruses.Treatment for cortisol belly usually requires individuals to identify stressors and reduce them. Avoiding smoking, getting more sleep, and seeking mental health care can help.Cortisol...

What To Know About Cortisol Belly

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Medically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MDMedically reviewed by Kathleen Daly, MDMany people live with mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. Generally, healthcare providers recommend therapy and antidepressants to help alleviate symptoms. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the most common kind of antidepressant prescribed for mental health conditions.While these medications are effective, stopping them can cause withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms are typically temporary but can affect your body, behavior, and emotions.Physical Symptoms When you stop taking SSRIs, you may notice that your body starts to feel a bit different. Research estimates that about one in five people who stop taking...

Signs and Symptoms of SSRI Withdrawal

Our top dietitian-approved protein bars combine flavor and nutrition

The 15 Best Protein Bars, Tested and Reviewed

Medically reviewed by Karina Tolentino, RDMedically reviewed by Karina Tolentino, RDSquash are vining vegetables that belong to the Cucurbitaceae family. Squash are categorized as winter or summer squash, depending on the stage at which they're consumed.Unlike winter squash, which are harvested and then stored, sometimes for many months, before they're consumed, summer squash, such as zucchini, are eaten when the fruits are still immature.Though most people are familiar with more popular types of summer squash, like zucchini, there are a number of unique and delicious varieties that are packed with nutrients that can benefit overall health.Here are 10 types of summer...

10 Types of Summer Squash To Try

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Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are available from shelters around the Kansas City area, just click on the respective links and that'll kickstart your journey to getting a new feline family member.

Five amazing, adoptable cats and B1G1 free kittens!

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer      A new study has found that people who ate more fruit in midlife experienced less depression in older age.Though vegetables were also studied, they were not associated with lower rates of depression.Experts say 3 to 4 servings of fruit per day is a healthy target.
It’s well established that fruit in your diet increases fiber intake, elevates antioxidant levels, and boosts dietary variety. Now, new research shows that your fruit bowl may also hold potential for preventing depression later in life. A June 2024 study in The Journal...

Eating More Fruit May Help Prevent Depression Later in Life, Study Shows

Medically reviewed by Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhDMedically reviewed by Isabel Casimiro, MD, PhDA buffalo hump (medically known as a dorsocervical fat pad) occurs when you develop a buildup of fat in between the shoulder blades at the back of the neck. The excess fat can form a fatty tissue protrusion that mimics the appearance of a hump.A buffalo hump on its own is not harmful, and having it does not ultimately mean you have a medical condition. Sometimes, even having poor posture can cause it. However, certain conditions like Cushing's syndrome, adrenal cancer, osteoporosis, and obesity can raise your risk...

What Is a Buffalo Hump (Dorsocervical Fat Pad)—and Why Does It Happen?

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Medically reviewed by Kumkum Sarkar Patel, MDMedically reviewed by Kumkum Sarkar Patel, MDPoop that appears unusually fluffy may signal that something is off in your digestive system. Often described as looking "mushy" or having ragged edges, fluffy poop is generally classified as a type of mild diarrhea. Because it's considered to be an abnormal type of stool (poop), frequently experiencing fluffy poop could be a result of stress, diet, or an underlying condition.Symptoms of Fluffy PoopHaving regular, normal bowel movements is an indicator of a healthy digestive system. That's why healthcare providers use a tool known as the Bristol Stool...

Why Is Your Poop Fluffy?

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Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Health Benefits of Bergamot

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RDMedically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RDBergamot is a citrus fruit, also called bergamot orange, native to southern Italy. Scientifically, it’s called...

Health Benefits of Bergamot

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