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Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, CNN
Doctors say it’s fine to pee in the shower
Here’s a secret that’s not really a secret — many people pee in the shower. Maybe you’re one of those people who don’t care since it’s...
Danny Bonvissuto
13 Things Fast Food Does to Your Body
Packs on the Pounds Fast food is convenient and cheap, but you pay a bigger price in the long run. Those burgers, fries, and shakes...
Paul Frysh
Best and Worst Italian Dishes for Your Health
Worst: Deep Dish Meat-Lover's Pizza That deep dish means a thicker crust with more carbohydrates. Those "carbs" are the type of calories...
nutritiouslife.com
Mocktails to Make a Healthy Holiday Season
Sip Happily: Mocktails to Make a Healthy Holiday Season It’s that time of year again—festive gatherings, hearty meals, and a toast or...
Korin Miller
Wildfire smoke, poor air quality can have an impact on health — even for people who live far away
Firefighters have been battling a wildfire on the New York-New Jersey border that resulted in the voluntary evacuation of more than 160...
Meghan Holohan
Teacher, 34, who revealed Stage 4 colon cancer on ‘Jeopardy!’ recalls his first symptoms
In March 2024, Christopher Burge experienced “intense abdominal pain,” as he describes it. Then he realized he had been feeling run down...
Brunilda Nazario, MD
Eating For Energy After 50
Pack in Protein Top that salad with salmon. Protein supports almost every function of the body, and you need more of it as you age....
Scott Stump
Best nuts for weight loss, according to a dietitian
Whether on their own or sprinkled over a meal, nuts can make for a healthy snack for weight loss. While higher in calories than other...
Poonam Sachdev
Slideshow: 10 Health Myths Debunked
Drink 8 Glasses of Water a Day No need to count cups. Research shows people who gulp a glass of H2O when they’re thirsty get enough to...
Amy Tavalozzi
Gum Disease and Alzheimer’s: How Bad Bacteria From Your Mouth Can Affect Your Brain (and How Nutrition Can Help)
Did you know that your mouth is home to over 6 billion bacteria? There are literally hundreds of species of oral bacteria that coexist in...
Laura A. Magnifico
Are Eggs, Meat, and Dairy Bad for High Cholesterol?
Eggs, meat, and dairy can contribute to high cholesterol levels. However, you do not have to completely stop eating them. There are swaps...
Ariane Lang, BSc, MBA
What is MSG? All You Need to Know
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a common flavor additive that has a reputation for being harmful to your health. While some people may be...
niams.nih.gov
Calcium and Vitamin D: Important for Bone Health
The foods we eat contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients that help keep our bodies healthy. We need to get...
Madeline Holcombe, CNN
Sitting too much linked to heart disease –– even if you work out, according to new study
Sitting at your desk all day may put you at greater risk for heart disease –– even if you work out in your spare time, according to new...
Elizabeth Millard, C.P.T., R.Y.T.
5 Surprising Things That Happen When You Strengthen Your Core
Forget transforming your body. The far more important benefits of strengthening your core — the muscles that stabilize your back, improve...
Elizabeth Millard
5 Early Signs of COPD Every Older Adult Should Know
Smoking cigarettes, especially long term, is the most common cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a group of lung...
Gina Park, CNN
These vascular risks are strongly associated with severe stroke, researchers say
Many risk factors can lead to a stroke, but the magnitude of risk from some of these conditions or behaviors may have a stronger...
Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN, LD
Does Turkey Really Make You Sleepy?
We’re all familiar with the classic tale — after a big Thanksgiving meal , it’s time for a nap, and usually turkey is to blame. But is...
Seraphina Seow
The 7 Best Foods to Eat Before Bed for Uninterrupted Sleep, According to Nutrition Experts
If you’re feeling a little peckish after dinner, what do you usually reach for? A muffin? Some candy? While there's nothing wrong with...
Kirsten Nunez
White Meat vs. Dark Meat: Is One Really Healthier Than the Other?
From game day wings to Thanksgiving turkey, poultry is one of the most versatile (and delicious!) types of meat. It’s also an excellent...
Brett & Kate McKay
5 Fast-Food Meals That Are High in Protein and Less Than 600 Calories
If you’re trying to lose weight, one of the challenges you’ll face is what to do about those times when you find yourself at a fast-food...
Zilpah Sheikh, MD
Slideshow: Busted: Popular Diet Myths
Nighttime Eating Makes You Fat Put this diet myth to bed. There's no conclusive proof that late-night meals cause you to put on weight....
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...
Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.
The Best Foods to Buy in Bulk
Become a Better Bulk Shopper You probably already know from firsthand shopping experience that food is one of our biggest costs of...
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