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Rachel Reiff Ellis

The Truth About Vitamin D’s Health Benefits

Vitamin D and Depression Experts aren’t sure if a lack of it leads to depression or if it’s the other way around. But studies show a link...

Terri D'Arrigo

Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes

How can you tell if you have diabetes? Most early symptoms are from higher-than-normal levels of glucose, a kind of sugar, in your blood....

Camille Noe Pagán

How Aging Affects Your Immune System

Does it seem like you get sick more than you did when you were younger. When you are under the weather, does it take you longer to feel...

Rachel Reiff Ellis

Surprising Signs You're Not Moving Enough

You're Constipated When you move more, your colon moves more, and it's easier to poop on schedule. Healthy muscle tone in your abs and...

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The Link Between Diet and Happiness

On this forum in the past, I have written about how your diet can affect your brain’s actual health. Today I would like to address the...

Regina Boyle Wheeler

12 Ways Too Much Sugar Harms Your Body

The Bitter Side of Sugar Your body digests those carbs slowly so your cells get a steady supply of energy. Added sugars, on the other...

Paul Frysh

Simple Steps to Boost Bone Health

Strong Bones For Life Weak and brittle bones don’t have to be part of aging. Your bones are a living tissue that rebuilds itself. Your...

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The Skinny on Dairy: Is It Good or Bad for You?

Are you as confused as I am about whether or not dairy is good for you? This is one of those food groups that seems to fall in and out of...

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Treat Inflammation through Food Choices

Any time we see the term “inflammation,” we think of negative health issues. In reality, when our bodies are working the way they are...

By Sandee LaMotte, CNN

Tackle these health issues to reduce risk of early dementia, study says

Cognitive decline can begin years before signs of dementia set in, which for some can be as early as age 30, a condition known as...

Matthew Kadey, R.D.

Do Cheat Meals Help or Hurt Your Diet?

Indulging in that fried chicken or deep-dish pizza you really want can be a healthy move — if you do it the right way. Find yourself...

Elizabeth Millard

9 Top Questions About Lower Back Pain, Answered

You don’t just have to grin and bear it. Find out what might be causing your lower back pain — and what treatments can help. For seniors,...

Matthew Kadey, R.D.

10 Ways to Sneak More Protein Into Your Diet

Protein becomes even more important as we age. Follow these stealthy ways to give your meals an extra dose. Getting enough protein is...

Maria Masters

Understanding Inflammation — Spot It, Treat It, Prevent It

This term gets used a lot, but many people don’t understand what it means. Here’s how chronic inflammation harms your health and how you...

Alisa Bowman

The 65+ Men’s Guide to Prostate Cancer Prevention

Experts weigh in on screening tests to protect yourself — and what you can do if you’re diagnosed with it. The term “prostate cancer” is...

Jessica Migala

What Are the Keys to Healthy Aging?

Growing old gracefully means taking care of your physical and emotional health. And doing that is way easier than you think it is....

Elizabeth Millard

8 Common Questions About Diabetes, Answered

Diabetes can have serious and life-threatening complications. Here’s what you need to know to lower your risk and get ahead of any...

Jessica Migala

5 Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol Without Medication

Some people need prescription drugs to improve their cholesterol levels. For many others, making a few smart lifestyle changes will do...

Matthew Kadey, R.D.

8 Common Nutrition Myths—Busted!

A registered dietitian shares the myths about nutrition and eating that you shouldn’t believe. The best way to eat healthy is a hotly...

Jennifer Acosta Scott

The Dangers of Ignoring Toenail Fungal Infections

With all the serious health dangers out there, like cancer and diabetes, having a yellowed nail from toenail fungus can seem pretty...

Thomas Johnson, PA-C

The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body

Not getting enough sleep drains your mental abilities and puts your physical health at risk. Science has linked poor slumber with a...

Nancy Fitzgerald

The Best Medicine? A Good Night’s Sleep

Catching your Zs is key to good health. Here’s why—and how to get the rest your body needs. Your beauty sleep is more than skin deep....

Christopher Melinosky, MD

Alzheimer's Disease: How It’s Diagnosed

Alzheimer’s disease isn’t part of normal aging. If you think you or a loved one might be showing symptoms of the disease, it’s important...

National

Memory Problems, Forgetfulness, and Aging

Older adults may worry about their memory and other thinking abilities, such as taking longer to learn something new. These changes are...

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