Iron: Are You Getting Enough of This Key Nutrient?
Many Americans aren’t getting enough iron in their diet, putting them at risk for anemia. Find out what iron does and how you can get...
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Matthew Kadey, R.D.
The 5 Healthiest High-Fat Foods, According to Dietitians
Gone are the days of trimming the fat! Kick low-fat foods to the curb and embrace these nutritious and satisfying foods. You’re forgiven...
Adam Meyer
The #1 Dried Fruit to Help You Poop, According to a Gastroenterologist
Are you looking to take your gut health to the next level? If so, we have some exciting news. According to a July 11, 2023, Instagram...
KELLY LIVINGSTON
How does extreme heat affect mental health?
As millions of Americans contend with extreme heat across much of the country, experts tell ABC News that continued exposure to high...
Jennifer Lea Reynolds
9 Reasons You Keep Waking Up in the Middle of the Night
When a bad dream isn’t to blame, consider one of these less obvious reasons you can’t sleep through the night. Why you wake up in the...
Miranda Manier
Using This When You Walk Could Help Prevent Stroke, Says New Research
The researchers observed "significant" improvements in blood pressure and physical activity levels in people who used this to optimize...
Renée Onque
People who live long, healthy lives have these 9 things in common—‘I call them the Power Nine,’ longevity researcher says
The possibility of living a longer, healthier life is more attractive than ever, and for guidance, we can look to the daily practices of...
Andee Tagle
Forgot where you put the keys? Experts (and a trivia buff) share tips to boost memory
You don't have to be a trivia buff to be great at remembering things. Monica Thieu, a four-time Jeopardy! contestant and winner of the...
Sarah Jacoby
4 reasons you keep getting colds every few weeks and how to prevent them
How many times do you get sick in a year? It's normal for some people can to get far more — or far fewer — colds than others. So if it...
Elaine K. Howley
10 Ways to Spot Skin Cancer Before It Kills
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S., according to the American Academy of Dermatology. But it’s also one of the...
Sarah Glinski, RD
20 Fattiest Fast-Food Orders in America—Ranked
While fats are an important part of a healthy diet, it is possible to overdo it. Fat is more calorie-dense than protein or carbohydrates,...
Kris Gunnars, BSc
How Protein Can Help You Lose Weight Naturally
Increasing the amount of protein you eat may help support weight loss by regulating certain hormones and helping you feel fuller longer,...
Mary Jane Brown, PhD, RD (UK)
Does Sugar Cause Inflammation in the Body?
Eating too much added sugar and other refined carbs is linked to inflammation in the body — which may lead to health problems. But eating...
Regina Boyle Wheeler
What’s Lurking in Your Mattress?
Your Dirty Mattress Would you drive your car 30,000 miles without an oil change? When it comes to your mattress, you’ve probably logged...
Nazia Bandukwala, DO
Slideshow: A Visual Guide to Prostate Cancer
What Is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer develops in a man's prostate, the walnut-sized gland just below the bladder that produces some...
Hilary Meyer
The Best Way to Store Fruits and Veggies
Use this handy chart to help you know where and how to store your produce, what fruits and vegetables can be stored together, and which...
Matthew Kadey, R.D.
The Five Rules of Good Nutrition
Healthy eating is a topic that’s hotly debated. But these proven principles of good nutrition will help you age better and feel more...
Mattthew Kadey, R.D.
7 Surprising Causes of Overeating (And What to Do About It)
Ever wonder why you can’t stop after just one handful of chips? A dietitian breaks down what’s happening — and how to get your food...
Alyssa Jung
12 Popular Facts About the Brain That Aren’t Actually True
You only use 10 percent of your brain. Your memory declines with age. Alcohol kills brain cells. These and other myths, debunked. Brain...
JUSTIN POT
Why writing by hand is better for remembering things
Keyboards still have a place, but if you want to retain information, grab a pen. Want to remember something? Don’t type it out—write it...
Allison White
A new study shows that 1 year of this kind of exercise yields results 4 years later
Retirement should be filled with time with loved ones, relaxation and—according to new research—heavy lifting. As people get older, their...
Deborah Murphy, M.S., RDN
The 8 Best Canned Foods for High Blood Pressure, Recommended by Dietitians
Are you trying to watch your sodium intake? Most people take in far too much, and excessive consumption can increase your risk of heart...
Jack Guy, CNN
Microplastics discovered in human penises for the first time
Scientists have found microplastics in human penises for the first time, as concerns over the tiny particles’ proliferation and potential...
Valencia Higuera
How to Treat Indigestion at Home
You can typically manage indigestion with home remedies, including peppermint and ginger. But indigestion that occurs often or with other...
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