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Kirsten Nunez

The Best Vegetable for Boosting Immunity, According to a Registered Dietitian

It’s no secret that vegetables are some of the best foods for immunity. They’re teeming with essential nutrients, which your body uses to...

Christina Manian, RDN

The #1 Thing Dietitians Say You Should Always Do Before Eating or Cooking Canned Beans

Canned beans are a pantry staple across the U.S., and it’s easy to see why—they’re an affordable, convenient way to add more nutrients to...

Katie Kindelan

Daily dose of dark chocolate may lower diabetes risk, study finds

Eating a few servings of dark chocolate each week has been found to reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes . People who ate at least five...

Debbie Koenig

Yes, There Is a Secret Formula for Weight Loss. This Is It

Dieting is as American as, well, apple pie. More than half of us want to lose weight at any given time, surveys show, and about a quarter...

Kristen Gasnick, PT, DPT

What Happens to the Body After Sitting Down for Too Long?

Physical activity is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, approximately 31% of the global population fails to...

Robby Berman

Could eating a handful of pistachios daily help improve eye health?

Eating a handful of pistachio nuts each day can significantly improve eye health, according to a new study from the Friedman School of...

Jacquelyn Cafasso

12 Tips for a Speedy Flu Recovery

The flu is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. Flu symptoms typically last about a week, but the...

WebMD Editorial Contributors

Moles, Freckles, and Skin Tags

There are several skin lesions that are very common and benign (noncancerous). These conditions include moles, freckles, skin tags ,...

Lisa O'Mary

U.S. Ranks Third Globally for Diabetes, Men Most at Risk

Men continue to be more likely than women to be diagnosed with diabetes in the U.S., according to new data. In 1990, the rate of type 1...

Katie Wilkinson, MPH, MCHES

Is Coffee Bad for You?

Even though coffee is a popular beverage across the world, it's common to wonder if coffee is bad for you. Initially, it was thought that...

Heidi Moawad, MD

What Are the Benefits of Walking Backwards?

Walking backwards for exercise, also called retro walking, has many research-proven benefits that can help improve flexibility, strength,...

K. Aleisha Fetters

How Long Does It Take to Build Muscle?

No matter how much you enjoy strength training, you probably don’t lift for the pure joy of picking up stuff and putting it down. It’s a...

Barbara Brody

What Your Mouth Says About Your Health

People have been telling you to brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly since childhood. But how seriously do you take oral health...

Sandee LaMotte, CNN

Belly fat linked to signs of Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms begin, study says

As the size of a person’s belly grows, the memory center of their brain shrinks and beta amyloid and tau may appear — all of this...

Carma Hassan, CNN

A California art teacher died from rabies after an encounter with a bat in her classroom

A California art teacher died from rabies November 22, about a month after apparently being infected by a bat she found in her classroom....

Julie Marks

Eat These 15 Foods to Speed Up Cold Recovery

You might not think much about eating if you're feeling under the weather. However, the foods you consume with a cold can impact your...

Gillian Mohney

Are You Missing These Key Minerals? Study Links Deficiency to Cognitive Decline

Calcium and magnesium are important dietary nutrients for your overall health, but a new study looked at how these two vital minerals may...

Johna Burdeos, RD

15 Healthiest Cereals To Try

Breakfast cereals are a quick and affordable way to start the day. Typically enjoyed with milk, cereals are made from grains like oats,...

Kyle MacNeill

Magnesium For Better Sleep and Relaxation

You might remember magnesium from science lessons at school—it emits a brilliant-white light when burned. However, it’s even more...

Carrie Myers, M.S.

Is Vitamin D Key to Reducing Blood Pressure? Here's What a New Study Says

When exposed to sunlight, your body manufactures vitamin D using a type of cholesterol. (Yes, even a certain amount of cholesterol is...

Joy Manning

The 7 Healthiest Protein Bars for Older Adults

In a perfect world, you’d meet all your nutritional needs with made-from-scratch meals filled with whole food ingredients. But in the...

K. Aleisha Fetters, C.S.C.S.

11 Dos and Don’ts to Unlock Your Fitness Potential

Making fitness goals is easy — keeping them is hard. How do you prioritize exercise when there are a million other things on your to-do...

Korin Miller

5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Hearing

If you’re constantly asking others to repeat themselves—or you watch TV at full volume or with the closed captioning on—there’s a good...

Wendy Leonard, MPH and A. L. Heywood

Risk Factors for Dementia and How to Reduce Them

You can’t change your age or your genetics, but by staying physically, mentally, and socially active, you may be able to reduce your risk...

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Why Do I Have Indigestion?

You may have indigestion after eating some foods, such as greasy or spicy foods, taking certain medications, or due to an underlying...

Madeline Holcombe, CNN

Exercise may help you store fat better, new research suggests

Exercise doesn’t just help you lose fat. It could also promote healthier fat, according to a new study. “Living a physically active...

Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.

Is Decaf Coffee Actually Carcinogenic?

For those who can’t get enough coffee, it’s often recommended to turn to decaf to help keep caffeine intake under control. While...

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...

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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...

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