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Poor childhood oral health raises heart risk
Good oral hygiene has long been recognized as an important part of childhood health, but new research suggests its benefits may extend far beyond preventing cavities. A large European study
Ways to avoid GLP-1 weight regain
GLP-1 medications have transformed the way many people manage Type 2 diabetes, helping improve blood sugar while supporting meaningful weight loss. Drugs such as semaglutide and tirzepatide have become widely
What breakfast is best for your metabolism?
New research from the University of Waterloo suggests men and women may benefit from different breakfast strategies, with carbohydrate-rich meals working better for men’s metabolisms and fat-rich meals suiting women’s,
Butt breakouts explained: causes and what actually works
Bumps on the buttocks that look like pimples are usually not acne at all. The skin in the buttocks area does not have the same concentration of oil glands as
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Multivitamins and aging: What a new study actually found
New research suggests it might, particularly for older adults whose bodies are already aging faster than their actual age would suggest. A large clinical trial found that a standard daily
Protein powder daily: Is it actually good for you?
Yes, for most people daily protein powder use is safe and can help meet protein targets, particularly for those who struggle to reach adequate intake through food alone. That said,
Sunscreen for darker skin, why it still matters
While melanin provides some natural defense against UV rays, it does not make darker skin immune to sun damage. Dermatologists say the average dark skinned person has a natural SPF
4 in 5 toddler foods are ultraprocessed
A new analysis of nearly 2,800 grocery store products marketed to toddlers has found that the vast majority fall short of basic nutrition standards, raising fresh concerns about what young
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4 serious body mass index limitations that every patient should understand
Body mass index is the health metric that has been doing the most work in clinical medicine for the longest time with the least justification for that level of trust.
3 reasons alcohol is risky during heat waves
Doctors are sending out a clear warning as record breaking heat waves continue to sweep the country this summer: that ice cold cocktail or beer might feel like the perfect
Bleeding gums: a warning sign for kidney disease
Doctors have long known that gum disease can offer clues about a person’s overall health, but new research suggests it may also be an early warning sign for a condition
Dropped surgical implants are scarier than you think and here is why
Implants are supposed to be sterile when they enter the human body. That is the most basic assumption behind every hip and knee replacement surgery performed today. But there is