Some NFL Players May Use Guardian Caps This Season—Can They Really Protect Against Head Injuries?
The NFL regular season has kicked off, and loyal viewers might notice a new addition to some players’ helmets: a layer of padding....
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K. Aleisha Fetters, C.S.C.S.
4 Rules for Losing Fat, Not Muscle
When you lose weight, those pounds can come from either fat or muscle. And you don’t want to lose muscle, especially as you get older....
Paul Frysh
Sunlight and Your Health
It’s Not All Bad When you think of the sun, your first thought might be about the damage it can do. And too much can cause several kinds...
Annie Stuart, Stephanie Booth
Caffeine Myths and Facts
Whether you start each day with a strong cup of coffee or only have a soda when you need to stay up late, we all know what caffeine's...
Zilpah Sheikh, MD
What Your Breath May Say About Your Health
Snoring Your mouth can get dry if you snore or sleep with it open, and that makes it an even better home to the bacteria that cause...
Mayo Clinic Press Editors
What time of day should you take your medicine?
Did I take my statin this morning for my high cholesterol? Or was that the pill for my diabetes? Maybe I should just stop taking my...
Kristen Rogers, CNN
Billions aren’t eating enough of 7 critical nutrients. Here’s how to get them in your diet
Nutrients such as iron and calcium are critical for blood and bone health, respectively. But more than half the global population isn’t...
Jerilyn Covert
6 Old-School Habits You Should Never Stop
Some things belong in the past, like lead paint and lobotomies. But others are worth keeping, even if younger generations don’t seem to...
K. Aleisha Fetters
How Crucial Is Cardio to Heart Health?
When it comes to strengthening your heart, lowering your blood pressure, and cutting your risk of heart disease, nothing beats a brisk...
Hilary Brueck
The man who unlocked the world's secret to living to age 100 says you can skip the gym
In this handful of hidden corners scattered across the globe, he discovered that people were sailing past the 100-year mark with...
wellcomemd.com
7 Supplements Every Man Should Be Taking
When it comes to maintaining optimal health, a well-balanced diet and regular exercise are essential. However, due to various factors...
A. Pawlowski
What is the healthiest cheese? The No. 1 pick, according to a dietitian
Cheese can be healthy in moderation, but Americans love it in big amounts: We eat 42 pounds of cheese per person per year — an all-time...
health.clevelandclinic.org
Here’s Why Total Darkness Can Help You Sleep Better
How many times have you gotten cranky when your partner has the reading light on next to you in bed, or when sunlight is streaming...
Matthew Solan
How — and why — to fit more fiber and fermented food into your meals
An F may mean failure in school, but the letter earns high marks in your diet. The two biggest dietary Fs — fiber and fermented foods —...
Sarah Garone
Being More Flexible Could Extend Your Lifespan, According to New Study
Maintaining flexibility might not just stretch your muscles—it might stretch your years. That’s according to an August 2024 study in the...
Cathy Cassata
Drinking This Many Cups of Coffee Each Day Could Put Your Heart Health at Risk
There’s nothing like a dose of caffeine on a groggy morning to give you a much-needed boost of energy—but new research suggests drinking...
Danielle DeAngelis
Over 6,000 Pounds of Beef Jerky Is Being Recalled—Here's What to Know
There’s an active recall linked to ready-to-eat beef jerky products sold in five states, according to the Department of Agriculture’s...
Kristeen Cherney
The Difference Between Heartburn and Indigestion
Heartburn and indigestion are common gastrointestinal (GI) problems that are often discussed interchangeably. While they may occasionally...
Zilpah Sheikh, MD
Stroke: What You Need to Know
What Is a Stroke? A stroke is a medical emergency. It happens when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or, more commonly, when a blockage...
Jon Cooper
Germiest Things in Restaurants
Upon Closer Inspection ... Every restaurant has to have regular health inspections to stay in business. But even if one gets a passing...
Stephanie Langmaid
Getting Fit While You’re Overweight
Fitness: More than a Number on a Scale When it comes to overall health, your fitness level may matter more than the number on the scale....
Pandora Dewan
Four Key Nutrients Lacking in Diet of Two-Thirds of Adults: 'Alarming'
Roughly two-thirds of adults around the world are not getting enough of four key nutrients, new research indicates. The findings,...
Pandora Dewan
Dementia: Up to One in Five Cases Could Be Prevented, Say Scientists
As many as 1 in 5 dementia cases may be associated with vision impairment, new research suggests. These findings may open new avenues for...
Sarah Loughran
Mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer, according to a major review of 28 years of research
A systematic review into the potential health effects from radio wave exposure has shown mobile phones are not linked to brain cancer....
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