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fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
29 minutes ago

Anti-Inflammatory Eating Without Giving Up Flavor

Flavor starts with what goes into the pan first, and you can do it without leaning on heavy sauces or fried shortcuts. Olive oil, garlic, onions, citrus, herbs, ginger, and spices add depth quickly and pair well with vegetables, beans, fish, and grains that often feature in anti-inflammatory eating patterns.
Alternative medicine
Cancer
fromNature
1 day ago

Why is heart cancer so rare? The pumping muscle 'beats' it

The beating heart inhibits cancer growth, explaining the rarity of cardiac tumors in mammals.
Philosophy
fromBig Think
1 day ago

What if the real driver of your health isn't genes or diet - but energy flow?

Energy flow defines vitality and shapes human experience, distinguishing living beings from the lifeless.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'I gave up my job due to the stress of my child's food allergies'

A mother left her job to care for her daughter with life-threatening food allergies due to ongoing stress and fear from severe allergic reactions.
NYC parents
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick

Over 135,000 families in England live in temporary housing, facing overcrowding and poor living conditions.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit

The study tested 65 different beers, revealing that Bock beer had the highest B6 content, followed by lagers, dark lagers, and wheat beers.
Beer
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Move More, Stress Less

Parkinson's disease affects millions globally, with symptoms including motor and nonmotor issues, and may be managed through exercise and dietary changes.
Television
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

The Weird Trick That Makes You Want Less Junk Food

Viewing images of unhealthy food can reduce actual consumption among dieters due to a phenomenon called cross-modal satiation.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

"I felt like there were these patterns that were really related to my symptoms, but I didn't know how to connect them."
US news
#chronic-illness
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago
Mental health

When Illness Becomes a Character in Your Life

Chronic illness often becomes personified, impacting adaptation and well-being.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Health

What Tired and Fatigued Really Mean to the Chronically Ill

Chronic illness fatigue differs fundamentally from normal tiredness; rest doesn't resolve it, and sufferers often rely on adrenaline to complete necessary tasks, resulting in significant physical and mental consequences.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

My family tried to eat fewer ultra-processed foods for five years. Here's what we learned

Grocery shopping has shifted towards farmers' markets, focusing on fresh foods while spending more to avoid ultra-processed foods.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Behavioral scientists have found that how old you feel inside predicts cognitive health in later life - independent of your actual age - Silicon Canals

Subjective age significantly influences brain health, with younger feelings correlating to healthier brain structures.
#health
Public health
fromNews Center
2 days ago

Neighborhood Social Factors Increase Cardiovascular Disease Risk - News Center

Adverse neighborhood social factors in early adulthood increase midlife coronary artery calcification risk, indicating early cardiovascular disease.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Absurdly bad study spurs headlines linking healthy diet to lung cancer

Recent nutrition research claims fruits and vegetables may increase lung cancer risk, contradicting established guidelines and raising concerns about its validity.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
#gut-health
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Here are 3 tips to reduce your risk of heart disease from a researcher studying the link between cardiovascular and gut health

Maximizing gut health is linked to reducing chronic disease risk, emphasizing plant-based diets and limiting ultra-processed foods.
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Here are 3 tips to reduce your risk of heart disease from a researcher studying the link between cardiovascular and gut health

Maximizing gut health is linked to reducing chronic disease risk, emphasizing plant-based diets and limiting ultra-processed foods.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'I didn't think I needed to be here' says woman with diabetes and depression

Managing type 1 diabetes can exacerbate mental health issues, leading to severe depression and feelings of worthlessness.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Coping With Physical Anxiety Symptoms

Experiencing strong physical sensations is common in anxiety, leading to a feeling of loss of control over one's body and capabilities.
Health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

Taking vitamin D supplements has hidden potential benefits for some people

Vitamin D supplements may help prevent type 2 diabetes in individuals with specific genetic variations.
Psychology
fromMail Online
6 days ago

The exact age you're considered 'old', revealed - so, are you past it?

Old age is perceived to begin at 69 according to a new survey of British adults.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Almost 2bn to be affected by metabolic liver disease by 2050, study suggests

The global prevalence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) has surged to 1.3 billion people, marking a 143% increase over the past three decades. By 2050, projections indicate that this number could rise to 1.8 billion, primarily due to rising obesity and blood sugar levels.
Medicine
fromApaonline
1 week ago

What Do We Really Know About "Obesity"?

Gould's findings were consistent with previous conjectures, where the apparent lower lung function of Black people was part of a justification for enslavement.
Philosophy
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Is it true that only overweight people are at risk of high cholesterol?

High LDL cholesterol increases heart attack and stroke risk, influenced more by genetics than diet, with obesity affecting other blood lipids significantly.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Are you breathing properly? How I found out I wasn't

Dysfunctional breathing affects many healthy adults, causing breathlessness and difficulty without any underlying disease.
Exercise
fromScienceDaily
3 weeks ago

Just a few minutes of effort could lower your risk of 8 major diseases

Just a few minutes of vigorous activity daily can significantly reduce the risk of major diseases like heart disease and dementia.
Health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Many Faces of Procrastination and Health Behaviors

Procrastination can negatively impact health by delaying doctor visits and healthy behaviors.
Public health
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
Exercise
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Regular physical activity in midlife cuts risk of early death

Regular moderate-to-vigorous physical activity significantly reduces early death risk in middle-aged women.
#preventive-health
fromMedium
2 months ago
Public health

The preventive healthcare product cycle: how ancient practices become "innovations" every 20 years

Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

4 healthy aging habits that a longevity doctor follows most days, including strength training

Preventive habits, especially prioritizing sleep, are crucial for optimizing health and longevity.
fromMedium
2 months ago
Public health

The preventive healthcare product cycle: how ancient practices become "innovations" every 20 years

Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Weight-loss jabs will be offered on NHS for people at risk of further heart attacks

Wegovy will be provided for free on the NHS to over a million at-risk individuals in England to reduce heart attack and stroke risks.
#obesity
Health
fromScienceDaily
1 week ago

Men and women with obesity face very different hidden health risks

Obesity affects men and women differently, impacting heart health, metabolism, and inflammation, necessitating personalized treatment strategies.
Health
fromScienceDaily
1 week ago

Early weight gain is linked to lifelong health consequences

Gaining weight at a young age significantly increases the risk of early death and long-term health issues.
Health
fromScienceDaily
1 week ago

Men and women with obesity face very different hidden health risks

Obesity affects men and women differently, impacting heart health, metabolism, and inflammation, necessitating personalized treatment strategies.
Health
fromScienceDaily
1 week ago

Early weight gain is linked to lifelong health consequences

Gaining weight at a young age significantly increases the risk of early death and long-term health issues.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Our skin is falling off and no-one can tell us why

Topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) is a serious condition affecting many eczema patients, leading to severe skin reactions and inadequate medical recognition.
Health
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Expanding the fight against heart disease - Harvard Gazette

New guidelines emphasize lifelong heart disease prevention starting in childhood, integrating advanced risk assessment tools and targeting high-risk populations.
#glp-1-drugs
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

A metabolism researcher shared 2 simple things he does to reduce his cancer risk

NAD is crucial for energy transformation and DNA repair, and lifestyle choices significantly impact its levels and disease risk.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Rest and Chronic Illness

Rest is essential for managing chronic illness fatigue, with quality and detachment from stressors being key factors in optimizing its benefits.
Health
fromScienceDaily
4 weeks ago

This dangerous combo in your body could raise death risk by 83%

Sarcopenic obesity, characterized by excess belly fat and low muscle mass, significantly increases mortality risk by 83%. Early detection is crucial.
Wellness
fromNature
2 months ago

The surprisingly big health benefits of just a little exercise

Meaningful health benefits arise from much less exercise than current guidelines, with even low levels of physical activity providing measurable gains.
Food & drink
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Cardiologists stopped recommending this heart-healthy food and here's why - Silicon Canals

Processed margarine is no longer favored for heart health because trans fats are harmful and recent studies show full-fat dairy isn’t linked to heart disease.
Medicine
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Here's How Much Each Popular Drug Impacts Your Chances of Having a Stroke

Recreational drugs significantly increase stroke risk, with amphetamines raising risk by 122%, cocaine by 96%, and cannabis by 37%.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

The health condition people now fear more than cancer

Dementia has surpassed cancer as Britain's greatest health fear, prompting increased caregiver concern and widespread calls for emergency declaration and dedicated dementia funding.
Wellness
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

24 Tips for Better Health and Wellness

Simple, evidence-based mantras—train the mind, prioritize sleep and gut health, accept aging, and use less parental control—capture core physical and mental wellness principles.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

The overlooked condition that's as deadly as smoking 15 cigarettes a day - Silicon Canals

Chronic social isolation increases mortality and functional decline comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, creating a widespread, underrecognized public-health loneliness epidemic.
Cancer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Quarter of healthy years lost to breast cancer are due to lifestyle factors, research finds

Over 25% of healthy years lost to breast cancer result from lifestyle factors including red meat consumption and smoking, with projections showing global cases rising from 2.3 million to 3.5 million by 2050.
Public health
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Chronic Disease Prevention Remained Abstract for Too Long - Barbara Mkhitarian Made It Measurable

Digital prevention programs combining nutrition coaching with behavioral psychology achieve average 7 kg weight loss and sustained diabetes risk reduction through evidence-based lifestyle intervention.
Health
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

I'm concerned about my blood pressure. Can I check it at home?

Hypertension requires repeated high readings for diagnosis, not single measurements, and home monitoring helps establish accurate patterns beyond office visits.
fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

Your Neck Size Can Reveal Your Risk for Heart Disease, Stroke, and Diabetes

According to a growing body of research, the circumference of your neck could be an indicator of a higher likelihood of serious metabolic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and sleep disorders. Another troubling fact is that even if your body mass index (BMI) index is healthy, just how large your neck is could still be a determining factor in your predisposition to developing these conditions.
Alternative medicine
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

American heart health worsening - Harvard Gazette

Many other higher-income countries are grappling with rising obesity and diabetes, but the U.S. stands out for how consistently those risks translate into worse cardiovascular outcomes, and how wide the gaps are by income, race, ethnicity, and geography.
Public health
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Cardiologists now recommend this bedtime habit for better heart health after 60 - Silicon Canals

Adults who sleep fewer than seven hours each night are more likely to experience health problems.
Medicine
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reduced physical activity due to global heating will lead to rise in health issues, study says

Rising temperatures reduce physical activity globally, with each month above 27.8°C increasing inactivity by 1.5 percentage points, projecting half a million additional premature deaths annually by 2050.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

These 5 small shifts in your diet can lower your risk for chronic disease

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans aim to translate the most up-to-date nutrition science into practical advice for the public as well as to guide federal policy for programs such as school lunches. But the newest version of the guidelines, released on Jan. 7, 2026, seems to be spurring more confusion than clarity about what people should be eating. The latest dietary guidelines, published on Jan. 7, 2026, have received mixed reviews from nutrition experts.
Public health
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Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

My doctor keeps focusing on my weight. What other health metrics matter more?

BMI is an inadequate health metric; doctors should assess patients using evidence-based measures like blood pressure, glucose tolerance, mobility, and mood instead of focusing on weight.
Public health
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

The early turning point when men's heart risk accelerates

Men's cardiovascular disease risk begins rising in their mid-30s, reaching a 5% risk about seven years earlier than women, driven mainly by earlier coronary disease.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Help yourself to stronger immunity

The immune system can be enhanced through science-backed interventions including specific supplements, vaccines, and exercise, with omega-3 fatty acids and curcumin showing evidence of effectiveness while vitamin D proves less beneficial than previously claimed.
Public health
fromFortune Well
2 months ago

Adopting these 8 healthy habits by middle age could add decades to your life | Fortune Well

Adopting eight healthy habits can reduce mortality and substantially increase life expectancy, potentially adding about 23–24 years for 40-year-olds.
Medicine
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

7 normal-seeming symptoms that can be your body waving a red flag - Silicon Canals

Persistent subtle symptoms like unexplained weight loss and chronic bloating can signal serious underlying health issues and warrant prompt medical evaluation.
Public health
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists discover 38% of cancers are caused by 30 lifestyle habits

Thirty-eight percent of global cancers in 2022 were attributable to 30 modifiable risk factors, so over one in three cases could be prevented.
#cancer-prevention
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Want to live longer? The tiniest of lifestyle changes could add a year to your life

Want to live longer but don't want to change what you're already doing to try and live a healthy life? We have good news. You likely don't need to spend an extra three hours in the gym every week. You also probably don't need to get eight hours of sleep every night. And you likely don't have to revamp your diet, either.
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fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

A quiet change in everyday foods could save thousands of lives

Reducing sodium in packaged and prepared foods can prevent tens of thousands of heart attacks, strokes, and premature deaths.
Health
fromNature
2 months ago

How much exercise do you really need?

Short, frequent bouts of physical activity substantially lower all-cause mortality and reduce coronary heart disease risk; wearable data also reveal harms of prolonged sedentary time.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Five ways weight-loss jabs are changing spending habits

Widespread use of GLP-1 weight-loss injections is shifting consumer food purchases toward smaller portions and more nutrient-dense, protein-rich products.
Health
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My two weeks in sugar jail

Continuous glucose monitoring reveals blood sugar fluctuations, but limited evidence links stabilizing glucose in healthy people to sustained energy improvement or weight loss.
Public health
fromFortune
2 months ago

Confronting Asia's growing rate of chronic conditions means tackling cultural issues as much as medical ones | Fortune

Cultural and social pressures, amplified by media and social media, drive harmful health behaviors that worsen lifestyle diseases and delay medical care across Asia.
Health
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Doctors are frantically warning people to STOP doing this one thing before bed - it's linked to early cognitive decline - Silicon Canals

Bedtime smartphone use and late-night screen exposure disrupt sleep and memory consolidation, causing measurable cognitive decline and impaired memory function.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Take charge of your heart health with great deals from ABC Secret Savings

Lifepro: FlexCycle Plus Exercise Bike Work out anytime you're seated with this compact under-desk bike. Its smooth, quiet ride lets you pedal while watching TV or during a meeting, making it easy to multitask. It comes with resistance bands and arm pedals for an upper-body workout, plus eight resistance levels for all skill levels. Track your progress on the built-in monitor or sync with the free app to see your miles, minutes, and calories. Free shipping included.
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fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

Neurologists reveal the everyday habit that doubles your dementia risk - Silicon Canals

A groundbreaking study found that adults who sit for 10 or more hours daily face a significantly higher risk of dementia compared to those who sit less. The research, which tracked over 50,000 adults using wearable devices, revealed that the risk increases dramatically after crossing that 10-hour threshold.
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