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New Research: If You’re Deficient in This Vitamin, It Could Raise Your Stroke Risk by 28%
By 2050, 60% of US adults could be affected by heart disease and stroke, according to a June 2024 announcement from the American Heart Association (AHA). “The last decade has seen a surge of cardiovascular risk factors such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, each of which raises the risks of developing heart disease and stroke,” Dhruv S. Kazi, MD, MS, associate director of the Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Center for Outcomes Research in Cardiology and director of the cardiac critical care unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, says in the AHA’s press release. So how can we manage those risk factors?
A Popular Brand Just Recalled 168,000 Frozen Breakfast Items in 17 States
If you’re a fan of quick and easy breakfast options, peek inside your freezer to ensure two popular products from a certain “healthy” brand aren’t lurking toward the back. Nature’s Path Organic Foods is recalling 13,615 cases with 12 units each of their frozen waffles due to potential trace amounts of undeclared peanuts, posing a serious risk for those with peanut allergies.
Simone Biles’ Mom, Nellie, Opens Up About Managing Type 2 Diabetes: “I Try To Mirror Simone”
In 2016, Simone Biles gave an interview revealing one of the secrets behind her ambition: “At the beginning of the year, my mom would always make me write down goals on a piece of paper and take it to her,” she said. “That’s kind of how I always was very well-driven, because I always had the next goal in mind.”
Here’s How Pool Water Affects Your Skin, Says a Cleveland Clinic Dermatologist
There’s something nostalgic about hopping out of the pool on a hot day—your hair a little brittle as it dries in the sun (maybe even a little lighter); that crispy-clean smell on your skin. If you recognize these sensations, Jennifer Lucas, MD, MHCM, a dermatologist with the Cleveland Clinic, confirms that pool water affects your skin and hair in specific ways—including possible damage.
Want To Slow Aging? Follow the Diet of Older Japanese Men, Says New Study
It feels like you can’t scroll without the promise of beauty products and surgical procedures to prolong your youth for years to come—at least on the surface. But apart from being mindful of sun exposure, the scientific problems with aging often come from within. Similar to an anti-aging face cream that works to slough away wrinkles, an approach called “geroscience” aims to slow aging and protect your body from disease.
New Research: People Without This Could Develop Dementia 20 Years Earlier
You’ve probably heard that regularly practicing memory exercises, eating brain-boosting foods and taking certain supplements as you age can help keep your mind sharp for years to come, protecting against the forgetfulness that comes with deteriorating diseases like dementia. However, that protection doesn’t have to begin with those healthy...
7 Healthy Benefits of Sweating, According to Expert Doctors
Never let 'em see you sweat—or hey, don't sweat it if you do. Doctors told us the Homo sapien's biological air conditioning system delivers some cool advantages. With an estimated two million to five million sweat glands covering the human body, sweating is more than just a natural response to heat or exercise—it’s a key player in maintaining general health. A look at the etymology of the word perspire suggests the translation goes back to the Latin phrase, “to breathe through.” While many of us recognize sweating as a vital process for regulating body temperature and preventing overheating during physical activity or in warm environments, the benefits of sweating stretch far beyond just cooling us down.
New 20-Year Study: Replacing TV with This Could Increase Your Odds of Aging Without Sickness by Almost 30%
Maybe you’ve heard about the health risks of sitting too much, but a new study underscores how important it truly is not to be overly sedentary—particularly in front of the television. A June 2024 longitudinal study published in a journal of the American Medical Association found that spending...
The 5 Best Yoga Poses for Men, According to a High-Level Certified Instructor
Didn't know certain yoga poses boost men's health? With photos and step-by-step moves, a 15-year male yoga expert reveals the fascinating benefits from your head to your feet (and a lot else in between). According to June 2024 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), women are...
New Data: Here’s How Many Sexual Partners Most Americans Have Had
Times keep changing, and one area where that’s most evident is in our personal lives. Our intimate relationships—past, present, and future—are relevant to wide-sweeping conversations such as the political tension related to reproductive autonomy and the dating challenges many younger adults report they’re facing in a post-pandemic, increasingly tech-driven world.
This Is the Ideal Blood Pressure That Prevents Heart Disease, Says New Study
You’ve probably heard high blood pressure, or hypertension, is called a “silent killer,” and that’s for good reason. When the blood pumping through your body is pressing too hard against blood vessel walls, it can put your life at risk—but the condition is often asymptomatic, giving you no clues you’re in danger. Hypertension is also one of the largest risk factors for cardiovascular disease and stroke, the former of which is the leading cause of death around the world according to the World Health Organization.
Nearly 35,000 Estrogen Supplements Have Been Recalled Nationwide
There’s a certain level of assurance you feel when you get that prescription in hand for the hormone replacement supplement your doctor has prescribed. When a medical doctor determines this is an appropriate treatment, the patient probably looks forward to relief from both the obvious and insidious menopause symptoms, such as more reliable sleep, changes in the complexion, and even a less active bladder, not to mention the potential for trimming down and seeing key health metrics like cholesterol improve.
Earbuds vs. Headphones: Ear Doctors Reveal Which Is Better for You
Whether it’s for commuting, exercising, or a little background enjoyment while you work, headphones and earbuds have become nearly as essential to our daily routines as the smartphones they often connect to. But if you’ve ever wondered if one is better than the other when it comes to your health, experts weigh in with a resounding yes. Some sources suggest that these devices can harbor bacteria levels up to 2,700 times greater than those found on an average cutting board and 330 times more than on a kitchen countertop. Maybe it’s no wonder some doctors are saying ear infections have increased in the past couple years.
New Research: Drinking Alcohol Has a “Profound” Effect on Fertility, Scientists Find
If you’ve been trying to conceive or preparing for IVF, it’s possible you’ve explored everything from blood tests ordered by a reproductive specialist to acupuncture, herbs, and other Eastern medicine modalities. If so, maybe you’ve learned how traditional Chinese medicine, often abbreviated to TCM, considers the blood, heart, liver and spleen to be the body parts that principally govern fertility.
Prepared Sandwiches Were Just Recalled in at Least 5 U.S. States
On the road, there are times those paper- or cellophane-wrapped ready-to-eat sandwiches in the convenience store chilled case or under the heat lamp seem to be the only option. On Tuesday, June 11, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration published an alert that if you’ve experienced symptoms after purchasing this category of food as far back as last year, that may have been due to a listeriosis infection.
Does Masturbation Decrease Testosterone? Here’s What Sexual Health Experts Say
Testosterone is the key hormone responsible for developing male sex characteristics, such as facial hair and a deeper voice, and it plays a pivotal role in muscle mass and sexual function in both men and women. Over the past few decades, research has shown a subtle yet steady decline in...
New Study: Eat This to Reduce Your Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
It’s reported that metabolic syndrome affects a quarter of the world’s adult population, which is a figure that’s been growing in recent years as populations age. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that often accompany or raise the risk for each other, including heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke.
New Research: This is the #1 Exercise for Reducing Depression Symptoms
Facing the day when you’re feeling low is daunting, and chances are good that your mood, energy, sleep and appetite are affected. According to the World Health Organization, 5.7% of adults over age 60 struggle with depression globally—but the National Institute on Aging emphasizes that while depression may be prevalent, is not considered to be a normal part of healthy aging.
I Ate Yogurt Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened
I love the thought of a mindful morning—but I suspect like a lot of folks who work from home, my days still start in a rush. Summer calls for a breakfast that’s quick, energizing and filling, but not steamy…mornings are already pretty warm where I live. That...
New Study: This Is the Precise Amount of Water To Drink for Juicy-Looking Skin
Drinking water helps your skin look young. We’ve all heard this colloquial wisdom—but for many, the very phase of life when you’re most invested in rejuvenating your glow happens to be the era when certain body parts (like the bladder) get more sensitive to beverage intake, and when the day often feels too fast-paced to keep running to fill that glass.
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