Health

I was told I was 'very positive'. Doctors weren't referring to my attitude

I'd had HIV for 10 years without knowing.

11 Surprising Health Benefits of Zumba

Zumba is a workout that combines principles from aerobic exercises and salsa dancing. Many benefits are associated with this type of workout, including improved mood and quality of life, maintaining a healthy weight and metabolism, and increasing the pain threshold. This article explains all the health benefits of Zumba and who should avoid the cla...

Having a Suicidal Mind Has Given Me a Unique Perspective as the Mom of a Depressed Child

Living in the suicidal mind and living with acute depression while being a mom is difficult, but it gives a unique perspective as the mom of a depressed teen.

Health Benefits of Bitter Melon

Medically reviewed by Lindsey DeSoto, RD Medically reviewed by Lindsey DeSoto, RD Bitter melon (Momordica charantia), also known as bitter gourd, comes from a vine native to India and other Asian countries. It's a member of the squash family and produces an oblong, green fruit that looks similar to a cucumber with a bumpy exterior. Bitter melon can...

Eating Right with Type 2 Diabetes: Stay Away from These 15 Foods

Man loses 450 pounds after reaching 'rock bottom.' 1 key diet change helped

Weight loss tips from man who lost 450 pounds and overcame depression. He turned to surgery, diet and exercise to change his life and get healthy.

Rapid rise of mutant Covid strain with new symptoms as cases rise

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) has released its latest Covid-19 update, which confirms that cases of the new mutant strain KP.3 are rising sharply

Latest COVID-19 guidelines to remember as virus appears to spike

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for COVID-19 still call for a period of isolation for those dealing with the virus. This comes after a summer COVID wave appears to have grown in some parts of the country. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder has more on the current protocols in place.

5 expert-approved exercises to help build stronger, healthier knees

If you want to move better in the gym and day to day, then strong knees are a must

Nasal spray clears proteins linked to Alzheimer's, study finds

Scientists in America have developed a nasal spray that can remove proteins in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease—at least, in mice.

Evidence mounts that shingles vaccines protect against dementia

Being immunised against shingles has been linked to a reduced dementia risk before and now a study suggests that the newer vaccine wards off the condition more effectively than an older one

More Americans with diabetes are using marijuana

As marijuana loses much of its stigma and laws around its use relax, Americans are increasingly consuming it medically and recreationally. Americans with diabetes are no exception, a new study finds.

Cantaloupe vs. honeydew: Which has more health benefits? A dietitian explains

Does cantaloupe or honeydew have more health benefits? A dietitian breaks down their nutrition, the healthiest melons and what to use each for.

How GLP-1 Medications Aid Weight Loss

Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD Ozempic (semaglutide), Wegovy (semaglutide), and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are medications that can help lower blood sugar in people with diabetes or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). All three medications belong to a class of drugs called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor ...

How to build the healthiest oatmeal bowl: Try putting in these toppings, proteins

Oatmeal doesn't have to be boring to be healthy. Adding in these ingredients will pack your meal with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

13 Crystals Believed to Have Super Healing Powers

The question of whether or not crystals have healing powers is a complex one. These 13 crystals and gemstones have been known to have the power to heal.

How to beat the big four diseases of ageing

We are living longer than ever before. In 1765, the average lifespan was just 38.8 years, and even by the start of the 1920s, still only 56. Then along came the vaccines: diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough and tuberculosis. Today, life expectancy in the UK is 78.6 years for males and 82.6 years for females. But longevity comes with a price: that o...

I Was 'Supermom.' When I Suddenly Became Disabled, I Expected Empathy — Not This.

"In my darkest moments, school officials who used to applaud my parenting now wondered if I was up for the task."

Teaching kids to read: this 90-year-old hopes to make ‘an impression that could last forever’

Former model and producer Smiler Haynes has always volunteered. She's now mostly involved in literacy and education programs.

How to Stay Healthy While Traveling, According to Flight Attendants

From foods to avoid while flying to the right (and wrong) way to exercise on a plane.

12 Signs Your Gut Health Is Off Balance

Survey shows disturbing trend in mental health among Americans: 'We know our mental state is not immune'

"There is still hope in the solutions we can adopt." Survey shows disturbing trend in mental health among Americans: 'We know our mental state is not immune' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Legs Up the Wall Is a Simple Yoga Pose With Some Surprising Health Benefits

Resting your legs up a wall may seem silly at first, but the pose packs a lot of surprising health benefits.

Scientists Reveal How Autism Develops in Kids

The researchers hope that these findings will help in the development of more effective drugs to manage the symptoms of autism.

Zubsolv vs. Suboxone for Opioid Use Disorder: Similarities and Differences

Zubsolv and Suboxone are medications containing the same active ingredients–buprenorphine (a partial opioid agonist) and naloxone (an opioid antagonist)–to treat opioid use disorder. Opioid use disorder is characterized as having a problematic pattern of opioid use, leading to problems or distress. Opioid drugs can include heroin, as well as prescr...

13 Best Ways to Naturally Lose Weight, According to Dieticians

There’s a good chance you don’t know how weight loss really works. Anything, from carnivore diets and miracle pills to cutting too many carbs, might hinder your weight loss progress. Sometimes, you need balance in your diet rather than more restrictions. You deserve to look forward to meals, not survive hunger until the next. Everyone preaches “Calories in versus calories out,” but no one goes into the nitty-gritty details. Fortunately, I’ve been on a weight loss journey of my own. Take a look at the 13 best ways, backed up by dieticians, that have helped me lose over 165 pounds over the last year.

Map Reveals States With Lowest Health Insurance Rates

Millions of people do not have health insurance, Census Bureau data revealed.

Are cold showers good for you? What the science says

Cold showers are a popular wellness practice alongside cold plunges or ice baths, but do they work? Experts weigh in on what the research shows.

The 10 states with the best health care—and the 10 with the worst, based on data

MoneyGeek analyzed a host of statistics, from health outcomes — such as preventable deaths and rates of certain diseases or risk factors — to health access and cost — such as how many people are uninsured and have affordable health insurance options available — to find the best and worst states for health care in the U.S.

Mouth Taping for Sleep: Is It Safe and Does It Actually Work?

Medically reviewed by Daniel Combs, MDMedically reviewed by Daniel Combs, MD Mouth taping uses specific tape products to keep the mouth closed during sleep. This trend has made waves on social media as a way to improve sleep, and many have used this method for several years. But is it safe? Some sleep experts warn about the risks. Learn about mouth...

Alzheimer's Breakthrough As New Brain Cell Target Identified

The findings challenge long-standing beliefs on the neuroscience of Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases.

What Happens to Your Body When You Take Too Much Magnesium

Magnesium may be a trendy nutrient right now, but you can get too much of it. Here are the risks.

Shirley Robertson: ‘When you age you should be less concerned about thinness and calories’

Paris Olympics, we will be talking to former Olympian medallists about how they keep fit now – from ageing and retiring to what they eat and how much they exercise. Meet the sixth in our series, Shirley Robertson. Robertson is a sailor and the first British woman to win an Olympic gold medal at consecutive games: Sydney in 2000 and Athens in 2004. ...

Woman who died of ME was ‘frightened no doctors could help’

A young woman who died from ME said that it was “frightening to discover that there are no doctors who can help you” just months before her death, an inquest was told. Maeve Boothby O’Neill died from the debilitating illness myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in October 2021 at the age of 27. The inquest into her death on Friday heard an account from t...

A personal trainer at a longevity clinic says you should care about 3 fitness markers if you want to live a long, youthful life

Work out for a longer life by focusing on improving balance, building muscle, and doing specific cardio work, a trainer at a longevity center says.

What to know about the updated COVID-19 vaccines coming in the fall

Updated COVID-19 vaccines are expected to be rolled out in August or September. Here's everything you need to know about the shots.

The health movement to save black women

African-American women are reclaiming their health and their communities by walking with the nonprofit GirlTrek.

She became a mom at 15 but didn't give up on her dreams. Today, she's a doctor

"Growing up, I didn’t see Black doctors," Dr. Kathryn Kelly said. "I really got into this to take care of my community and to take care of patients, and I feel like I’m able to do that."

7 Health Benefits of Watermelon

Medically reviewed by Phoowanai Ektheerachaisakul, RDNMedically reviewed by Phoowanai Ektheerachaisakul, RDN Watermelon is a large, round, oval fruit with a green rind and juicy red or pink flesh. It has a sweet taste and may or may not have seeds, depending on the variety. Thanks to its high water content and abundance of health-promoting nutrient...

Is Sodium Nitrate Safe?

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Sodium nitrate is a compound found in the body, water, and certain foods. It's also a food preservative commonly used in packaged meats. The compound helps keep the meat from spoiling and gives it its pink or red color. While some studies have found that sodium ...

'Brain-eating' amoebas kill nearly 100% of victims. Could new treatments change that?

Doctors are pulling out new techniques and drugs in an effort to cure devastating brain infections.

Yes, walnuts are good for you. But people with this medical condition should avoid them.

Walnuts are best eaten in moderation. Overconsumption has also been linked to kidney stones in some people.

Research uncovers new health threat impacting millions of Americans: 'Public health needs to be protected now'

The inhalation of these particles is linked to cancer, respiratory problems, and circulatory disease. Research uncovers new health threat impacting millions of Americans: 'Public health needs to be protected now' first appeared on The Cool Down.

The Surprising Health Benefits of Cherries—and the Best Ones to Eat

Stock up on these fruits this summer.

Scientists sound alarm over news about absorption of 'forever chemicals': 'We are coating ourselves in this stuff'

"A lot of this stuff can go through the skin at surprising rates." Scientists sound alarm over news about absorption of 'forever chemicals': 'We are coating ourselves in this stuff' first appeared on The Cool Down.

My parents are entering their 70s with zero savings and $150,000 in debt — and I'm the only child. What can I do to help without messing up my own financial future?

Just a kid trying to look out for their parents.

It's healthy to eat eggs for breakfast every day if you follow these 2 rules, dietitians say

Eggs are a great source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. And these are the healthiest ways to eat eggs for breakfast, dietitians say.

Cellulite can be hard to tackle at home — but dermatologists say these ingredients may help

Wondering how to reduce cellulite on your legs or arms? Derms share their tips, from dry brushing for cellulite to using caffeine and retinol creams.

Here are the cheapest companies for car insurance in Florida, according to MarketWatch report

A new study by MarketWatch found Floridians are paying some of the highest car insurance premiums in the country right now.

So THAT'S Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others

Here's what makes you so attractive to the bugs and how you can prevent bites.