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Why am I lonely? Lack of social connections hurts Americans' mental health.

Loneliness has soared in America, and with rising political polarization and social-media-driven isolation, it appears the crisis will get worse.

2024-05-09T09:22:50Z

12 Simple Exercises for Retirees Looking To Stay in Shape

Exercise is important at any age, but it can be particularly crucial for people over 50. Baby boomers are typically defined as adults between 59 and 77 years old. As they enter their golden years, baby boomers must take conscious action to maintain their physical and mental health.

2024-02-18T11:15:22Z

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.

2024-05-10T18:04:44Z

The Sims 4: Best Health & Wellness Mods

Health & Wellness mods for The Sims 4 give Sims a treasure trove of health problems and potential cures to shake up a stale playthrough.

2024-05-09T03:40:13Z

Americans would rather live a shorter life in good health than a longer life with health issues, new poll finds

U.S. adults said they'd rather live a shorter life in good health than a longer life with health issues, according to a new poll.

2024-05-03T13:01:44Z

Major Study Finds 15 Factors Linked to Early Dementia Risk

While dementia is much more common in older adults, hundreds of thousands of people are diagnosed with young-onset dementia (YOD) each year – and an extensive study sheds some considerable light on why. Most previous research in this area has looked at genetics passed down through generations, but here, the team was able to identify 15 different lifestyle and health factors that are associated with YOD risk. "This is the largest and most robust...

2024-05-03T00:25:59Z

20 Lifestyle Changes Everyone Should Make After Turning 60

Turning 60 is a big milestone in anyone’s life and it’s a time when we should look into making our lives as healthy as possible. For some, this may mean fewer changes are needed compared to others. Here are 20 lifestyle changes everyone should make after turning 60.

2024-05-08T12:51:45Z

Global study reveals stark differences between females and males in disease burden causes

Globally, there are substantial differences between females and males (aged 10 and older) when it comes to health, with limited progress in bridging these health gaps over the past 30 years, according to a new study examining the disparities in the 20 leading causes of disease burden between females and males, across ages and regions, published in The Lancet Public Health.

2024-05-01T22:41:34Z

18 Foods That Help You Fall and Stay Asleep

Adequate sleep is good for your physical and mental health. Falling asleep can be hard for some people and others may find difficulty staying asleep for long. A good diet can help you get enough rest. This article looks at 18 foods that you may incorporate into your diet for better sleep.

2024-04-27T13:19:45Z

Mystery as 180 Pelicans Get Seriously Ill

Wildlife experts say sick pelicans in California are suffering from starvation-related issues, but the cause remains unclear.

2024-05-14T21:51:56Z

How to Get Rid of Brain Fog

What to do when you just can't seem to focus

2024-05-08T21:23:01Z

Which Vitamin Deficiency Causes Hair Loss?

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Many factors can contribute to hair loss, including genetics, childbirth, and certain diseases. Hair loss can result from a lack of nutrient-rich foods, restrictive eating, sudden weight loss, low-calorie intakes, and obesity—all of which can lead to nutritional deficiencies. Excessive intake of certain vitami...

2024-05-09T16:09:48Z

Dengue is now endemic in more than 100 countries—here's what you need to know

Over the last 20 years, there has been a tenfold increase in reports of dengue—an infectious disease that spreads to humans through the bite of infected Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes.

2024-05-06T17:30:05Z

Dementia cases are on the rise — avoid these 12 risks to keep your brain healthy

As the global population of older adults grows, cases of dementia are also on the rise. Here's how you can start protecting your brain.

2024-05-08T02:48:55Z

I've been a psychologist for over 20 years: Here's how I manage stress

Allison Chase is a practicing psychologist with over 20 years of experience in her profession, but she experiences stress, too. Here's how she manages it.

2024-05-08T20:31:35Z

Exploring the Health Benefits of Avocados and 5 Delicious Recipes

The health benefits of avocados are numerous, and they're a tasty way to feel fuller and eat healthier. Here are 5 avocado recipes to delight your palette.

2024-04-28T06:00:27Z

How to be more flexible: 7 tips to try

When we think of the word “flexible,” we may think about yogis twisting themselves into a pretzel knot, or that one friend who can drop into a split at a moment’s notice, thanks to past gymnastics experience. Yet flexibility isn’t something reserved for a special group of people or something you can achieve only when you’re young — it’s something w...

2024-05-13T23:25:16Z

Financial stress is making us mentally and physically ill. Here’s how to cope

The latest research on the connection between money and the mind finds our finances even take a toll on our physical health. It’s a vicious cycle.

2024-05-11T01:07:58Z

Orangutan observed treating wound using medicinal plant in world first

CNN’s Kim Brunhuber speaks with Dr. Isabelle Laumer, from the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, about her work with orangutan research

2024-05-04T14:05:14Z

A little-understood sleep disorder affects millions and has clear links to dementia – 4 questions answered

A little-known and poorly understood sleep disorder that occurs during the rapid eye movement, or REM, stage of sleep has been garnering attention for its role in foreshadowing neurodegenerative brain diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and dementia with Lewy bodies. The disorder, known as REM sleep behavior disorder, or RBD in the medical field, affects around 1% of the general population worldwide and about 2% of adults over 65. The...

2024-05-05T14:17:17Z

11 Practical Ways To Lose Stomach Fat And Strengthen Your Core, According To RDs

Crunches aren't the answer.

2024-05-13T20:08:37Z

Binge-eating ruined my life — then I received a life-changing diagnosis

'Food becomes a source of dopamine.'

2024-05-04T06:25:42Z

19 Habits That Aren’t Good for Your Health in the Long Run

Good health is a long-term pursuit and you have to work at it every day of your life. Certain things might seem harmless at the moment, but their impact accumulates in the long run. This article looks at 19 habits that can negatively affect your health with time.

2024-05-08T12:21:20Z

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

Stock up on these fruits this summer.

2022-06-28T20:19:07Z

Will Beet Juice Lower High Blood Pressure?

A dietitian explains this potential benefit and more.

2024-05-10T16:30:05Z

Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper

Medically reviewed by Kayla Girgen, RD Cayenne peppers (Capsicum annuum) are moderately hot chili peppers that belong to the Solanaceae or nightshade plant family. Cayenne peppers have a hot and spicy flavor and are commonly used in recipes like curries, soups, and meat dishes. These peppers are high in protective nutrients and plant compounds that...

2024-05-06T19:15:40Z

How Much Protein Is Too Much? Dietitians Explain How Much You Need

Plus, the best protein-rich foods to fill up on.

2024-05-02T21:31:40Z

Alcohol And Health - How Much Is Too Much?

To drink or not to drink, that is ... actually not the question most healthy adults should be asking. There is, after all, general agreement that binge drinking and heavy drinking are bad for your health and life more generally. And few alcohol experts argue that abstaining from alcohol is bad for you. But there are very mixed messages, based on imperfect studies, about the health risks — or benefits — of moderate drinking. Public health guidance is veering toward temperance, but with some important caveats. So is it better to tipple or teetotal? Here's what you should know.

2024-05-12T18:35:25Z

Multiple Sclerosis Diagnoses Are Rising—And Doctors Don’t Know Why

Here’s what we do—and don’t—know so far.

2024-05-09T12:11:00Z

Dietitians Share Their Top Tips for Losing Water Weight Safely and Quickly

Follow these easy tips to lose those extra pounds holding you down.

2024-04-15T22:27:32Z

New DNA origami technique promises advances in medicine

A new technique in building DNA structures at a microscopic level has the potential to advance drug delivery and disease diagnosis, a study suggests.

2024-05-09T14:17:03Z

Ask a doc: 'Is it dangerous to crack my neck or back?'

Cracking your back or neck might provide quick relief and a satisfying popping noise — but is it a safe practice? Medical professionals share the risks of the habit.

2024-05-07T17:59:00Z

Study shows virus that causes COVID-19 can penetrate blood-retinal-barrier and could damage vision

The blood-retinal barrier is designed to protect our vision from infections by preventing microbial pathogens from reaching the retina where they could trigger an inflammatory response with potential vision loss. But researchers at the University of Missouri School of Medicine have discovered the virus that causes COVID-19 can breach this protective retinal barrier with potential long-term consequences in the eye.

2024-05-14T16:37:08Z

20 self-care practices to add to your routine

Looking to work more self-care into your routine? Flip through the slideshow for 20 easy, low-lift ideas for making your life a little more calm, cool, and collected.

2022-02-21T18:13:45Z

How Ozempic could save millions of lives (and not because of weight loss)

Could semaglutide drugs be the new statins?

2024-05-14T10:16:18Z

More Than 130 Million Americans Are Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Report Shows

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer News Takeaway About four in 10 people in the U.S. are living in places with air pollution that threatens their health, a new report has found.The report shows 11.7 million more people are now living in places with poor air quality compared to last year’s data.Climate change is a driving force behind worsening air quali...

2024-05-14T20:12:40Z

2024-05-14T10:12:24Z

'At 9 Months Postpartum, I Committed To The Workout Program Bodi To Overhaul My Health'

"I'm now 42 and have stuck with it for over 10 years."

2024-05-11T12:14:15Z

20 of the Healthiest Dog Breeds with the Fewest Medical Problems

Choose wisely. A healthy dog breed can prevent heartache and save you a lot of money over the years. The post 20 of the Healthiest Dog Breeds with the Fewest Medical Problems appeared first on Reader's Digest.

2024-04-11T13:35:41Z

Five reasons your blood pressure medication isn't working

Keeping your blood pressure in check is a good way to lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease. So, you follow orders, take your prescribed medication, and proudly accept your doctor's praise when the blood pressure cuff demonstrates continued success. Until it doesn't.

2024-05-01T16:25:23Z

2024-03-24T12:10:06Z

4 Energy Drinks That Are Actually Healthy

When the midday slump is hard to power through on your own, you might want to reach for an energy drink. Here's which ones you should look for.

2024-05-13T18:07:42Z

New COVID strain detected in Nevada

New COVID strain detected in Nevada

2024-05-15T02:53:13Z

Eat More, Weigh Less: 15 Foods That Are Perfect for Snacking

Snacking often gets a bad rap, but it can be a key component of a healthy diet when done right. The trick is to choose snacks that are satisfying and support your weight management goals. Here are 15 fantastic foods you can munch on without guilt, helping you eat more and weigh less. 1. Greek […]

2024-05-14T12:39:40Z

Study uncovers protein interactions as a potential path for ALS cure

In a Canadian discovery powered by philanthropy, a team of Western University researchers led by Dr. Michael Strong has uncovered a potential path toward a cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

2024-05-14T17:22:17Z

ADHD Can Carry into Adulthood, and Could Lead to Depression and Anxiety

Learn why attention deficit hyperactivity disorder starts in childhood, but some people don't outgrow it.

2024-05-10T16:09:35Z

Virginia Creeper Rash: Everything You Need to Know

Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is a climbing woody vine that can be high-climbing or trail on the floor. It can be used as an ornamental climbing vine or ground cover. This plant is considered a nuisance because it is a hearty grower that can appear where it is not wanted. Being exposed to the leaves of Virginia creeper can cause a ...

2024-05-14T13:44:51Z

14 Fitness Tracker Features That Improve Your Health

Keeping track of your goals is a major way you stay fit. Here are the ways that fitness trackers can help.

2022-02-24T18:37:53Z

Time Running Out for California as 300,000 Children May Lose Health Insurance

Time Running Out for California as 300,000 Children May Lose Health Insurance

2024-05-14T15:18:26Z

The doctor who saved Sen. Tammy Duckworth in Iraq is trapped in Gaza. Now she's trying to save him.

Adam Hamawy, from Princeton, N.J., is among a team of doctors from the Palestinian American Medical Association that was blocked from leaving Gaza on Monday.

2024-05-15T01:46:09Z