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4 reasons why eating healthy isn’t enough to lose weight
Eating nutritious foods is a great start, but dietitians say weight loss requires more than clean eating and most people are missing one critical piece. Eating well and losing weight
7 ways to fix your aging digestive system
Gastroenterologists explain why the gut slows down with age and the simple, effective habits that can help keep things moving. If it feels like your stomach has become far less
High dose flu shot may cut Alzheimer’s risk by 55%
A new study finds older adults who get a stronger flu vaccine may cut their Alzheimer’s risk significantly and women appear to benefit the most. Researchers may have found a
What is a yeast infection and how to treat it fast
It often begins as a subtle itch that is easy to dismiss. But what starts as mild irritation can quickly escalate into persistent discomfort, burning and other symptoms that disrupt
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13 painful signs your kid doesn’t feel safe talking to you
Most parents want nothing more than a child who feels comfortable sharing what is going on in their life. Yet getting kids to actually open up can feel like an
5 helpful signs of stress in Black communities
Stress is a universal experience, but how it shows up and is managed can differ widely across communities. Within Black communities, stress often carries added layers shaped by social, economic
A diverse healthcare team can save Black mothers’ lives
Black women in the United States face a maternal mortality rate approximately three times higher than that of white women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That
Why Running benefits your brain and heart more than most exercise
Running is among the most studied forms of exercise in the cardiovascular literature, and the findings have been consistent enough over time to carry real weight. Research published in the
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Foot pain when walking? 5 easy fixes that work
There you are, lacing up for your morning walk, when a sharp, nagging ache stops you in your tracks. It is not a headache you can push through or a
Are GLP-1 drugs secretly straining your marriage
The conversation around GLP-1 medications has long centered on nausea, appetite suppression and the dramatic weight loss results that have made drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro household names. But
The vital oral hygiene step most people skip daily
Oral hygiene get all the attention from the time we are children, the message is consistent: brush twice a day, floss regularly and your mouth will thank you. But according
The 1 spring hobby that boosts brain and body
Strawberries, carrots, leafy greens, tomatoes home gardens across the country are coming back to life as the spring growing season gets underway. Roughly one in three American adults identifies as