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CDC warns of extreme heat dangers amid ‘record-breaking high temperatures’

Many regions across the U.S. experienced “record-breaking high temperatures" in 2023 due to extreme heat, according to the CDC. Experts share risk factors and safety tips.

2024-04-19T17:42:10Z

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Chia Seeds Regularly

Chia seeds are good for you, but is it OK to eat them every day?

2024-04-08T20:46:30Z

How Taking a GLP-1 and Tracking Led to a 130-Pound Weight Loss That Transformed This Woman’s Health

Lose It! member Laurie discusses how she transformed her body and shifted her mindset after losing 130 pounds using two essential tools: tracking her food and utilizing a prescription weight-loss medication to control her diabetes.

2024-04-18T22:13:27Z

2024-04-16T15:07:42Z

The 14 Best Red Light Therapy Tools Of 2024, Tested By Experts

Don't click "buy" without consulting our guide.

2022-12-02T13:39:30Z

3 'Medicinal' Flowers That Bring Health Benefits to Any Garden

Plus, they smell incredible.

2024-04-18T18:57:41Z

How many litres of water should you drink a day and does tea count?

Drink up!

2024-04-17T10:18:01Z

These Are the 8 Best Fruit and Veggie Skins to Eat

Key Takeaways Many skins, peels, and rinds of fresh fruits and vegetables are edible and very nutritious.Instead of throwing out a kiwi peel or watermelon rind, try eating them to fuel your body with vitamins, minerals, and fiber.Saving the outer parts of your produce can also help limit food waste. You might be quick to peel away the skins of your...

2024-04-19T18:23:36Z

Following These Five Practices Dramatically Improved My Mental Health — Find Out If They Could Help You, Too.

In today's environment, there's countless barriers to our focus on our mental health and emotional wellbeing. These five practices will help you overcome such barriers.

2024-04-08T15:29:56Z

Is eating carrots or drinking carrot juice better for your health? Dietitians explain

Carrots are naturally sweet and rich in a ton of vitamins and minerals. But does carrot juice have more of the same benefits? Not necessarily, dietitians say.

2024-04-16T16:17:57Z

2024-04-11T11:23:22Z

15 Influences of Money on Mental Health

People love money, but there’s a reason it’s the second most common argument that leads married people to get divorced, families to split apart, and friends to drop each other like it’s hot. According to a Business Insider survey, only 47% of those respondents aged 18-34 said they’d discuss money with their friends, which drops to just 25% for those aged 55 and over. Money has both positive and negative aspects. When it comes to mental health, there are some significant markers for how finances can affect mental well-being.

2024-04-08T21:23:38Z

Large-scale genetic study finds new link between IBS and the cardiovascular system

New research published in the journal Cellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology sheds light on disease mechanisms common to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and cardiovascular diseases (CVD).

2024-04-19T17:57:52Z

Certain snacks, drinks could be banned in some states due to cancer-causing ingredients

Several states are mulling the possibility of banning certain food additives after California prohibited the the manufacture, sale and distribution of dangerous chemicals.

2024-04-19T19:47:23Z

Map shows '100-day cough' hotspots as UK cases surge 40% in a week

The highly contagious bacterial disease, also known as whooping cough, has had a major comeback this year.

2024-04-19T19:15:24Z

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

Agave is an increasingly popular substitute for honey and sugar. But is it healthy?

Once primarily used as a key ingredient in spirits like tequila and mezcal, agave is now also thriving as an increasingly popular sugar substitute.

2023-12-15T10:18:21Z

What Causes Abdominal Distension—and How Can You Treat It?

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Abdominal distension is a noticeable swelling of the belly. Your abdomen can grow larger than normal for a variety of reasons, such as food intolerance, digestive disorder, and gut bacteria overgrowth. In certain cases, abdominal distension can be relieved with lifestyle and dietary tweaks. However, the sympt...

2024-04-10T12:12:42Z

Fen-Phen Again? Why Ozempic and New Weight-Loss Drugs Are Different

The drug Ozempic, after just a few years on the market, has already become a household name synonymous with weight loss. The popularity of it and similar medications has skyrocketed so immensely and rapidly that one drugmaker ran commercials telling people to stop using the products if they’re only looking to drop a few pounds.

2024-04-15T14:36:35Z

10 Signs of Vitamin B12 Deficiency That May Deceive You

Time to get blood work done ASAP.

2024-04-19T13:12:58Z

6 Tips To Extend Your Fitbit Device's Battery Life

If it seems like your Fitbit device's battery is draining faster than it should, here are six setting changes you can make for it to last longer.

2024-04-14T17:58:13Z

What Does a Measles Rash Look Like?

Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Knowing the early signs of measles and its rash can help you recognize the illness as early as possible. Prompt treatment can help reduce the risk of severe problems. This article can help you know what a measles rash looks like so you can contact your healthcare provider as early as possible for the best out...

2024-04-09T16:45:42Z

Working too many hours ‘is making us sick and poor’

Working too many hours ‘is making us sick and poor’ - ‘Our work now is making us sick and poor,’ professor says

2024-04-17T01:20:11Z

The Best 240Hz Gaming Monitors in 2024

With the 240Hz gaming monitor space steadily growing, here’s a handy guide to help find the best ones in different categories.

2024-04-19T10:01:49Z

7 Best Types of Rice for Your Health, Ranked by a Dietitian

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Rice, a staple food for over half the world's population, thrives in more than 100 countries and, along with wheat and maize (corn), provides 40% of all human calories. Abundant in carbohydrates, the body's primary energy source, rice encompasses over 110,000 cultivated varieties, varying in nutrition con...

2024-04-01T10:08:31Z

Utah mom fights for her daughter’s access to discontinued diabetes medication: ‘Life-saving'

A Utah mother is fighting for her teen daughter’s access to diabetes medicine after it was discontinued. Alison Smart, plus other parents and medical experts, discussed the risks and options.

2024-04-19T09:11:48Z

18 Countries With the Best Healthcare in the World, Ranked

The quality of a country’s healthcare system plays a significant role in how well its people live. Let’s look at the top 18 countries with the best healthcare in the world.

2024-04-19T14:33:09Z

What Happens When You’ve Been on Ozempic for 20 Years?

The long-term effects of GLP-1 drugs are unknown.

2024-04-15T13:13:24Z

The Best Time To Take Vitamin D To Maximize The Mental And Physical Benefits, According To Experts

Plus, expert-approved products to try.

2023-06-16T15:32:09Z

13 Unhealthy Habits Retirees Need To Change Now

Retirement marks a significant life transition, and with it comes the opportunity to reassess and improve your unhealthy habits for better well-being. Many people neglect self-care while working and raising their family, failing to make time for exercise and cooking nutritious meals. With your newfound free time, you have a chance to kick vices to the curb so you can continue to feel vibrant and

2024-04-10T14:49:15Z

The 4-7-8 Breathing Method's Benefits, Explained By Our Psychologist

Glam spoke exclusively with the "Truth Doctor" herself Dr. Courtney Tracy to find out about the 4-7-8 breathing method and its benefits for mental health.

2024-04-13T12:13:05Z

Is coffee good for you? How it impacts heart health, brain health, weight loss and mood

Is black coffee good for you? Dietitian explains health impact of drinking coffee on heart, brain and weight loss, caffeine side effects and how much is safe.

2024-04-12T17:07:24Z

Candice Huffine On Tuning In To Her Body And Saying No To Ozempic

"Looking a certain way was never my goal. I just wanted to feel better."

2024-04-16T12:12:23Z

2024-03-24T12:10:06Z

Ask a doc: ‘How can I get rid of a cold sore as quickly as possible?’

Got a cold sore and wondering what you can do? Fox News Digital consulted with experts to determine the best course of action for dealing with an unsightly fever blister.

2024-04-10T09:01:53Z

Want more biotin? 7 biotin-rich foods to add to your diet

Biotin is an essential B vitamin that helps the body convert food into energy and supports skin and hair health. Add these 7 biotin-rich foods to your diet for benefits.

2024-04-05T20:09:55Z

How to Clean Your Cell Phone—and How Often You Should

Your phone is grosser than you realize. Wondering how to clean a phone without damaging it? Follow the experts' step-by-step instructions.

2024-04-19T10:13:17Z

Long-term care insurance: Why those in their 70s should act now

Long-term care insurance can help cover your cost of care. Here's why you should act now if you're in your 70s.

2024-04-17T18:21:44Z

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

12 Low-Sugar Fruits You Should Be Eating, Recommended by Dietitians

Fruit contains sugar but it is also packed with fiber and other essential nutrients.

2024-04-05T23:30:49Z

10 US States With the Most Affordable Healthcare

When searching for somewhere to call home, you might consider costs for necessities like housing and food. But healthcare is also an important area to consider, with U.S. per-capita spending on...

2024-04-06T19:29:24Z

How often should you walk your dog? Best practices for keeping your pup healthy.

All dogs need to go for walks. How often you should take your dog on a walk depends on several factors, including breed and age.

2022-07-24T13:05:54Z

Is walking a good enough workout? This number of daily steps can reduce risk of dying

Yes, walking is good exercise. A new study shows that walking just 4,000 steps a day can significantly lower your risk of dying. And every step counts.

2021-12-20T17:54:29Z

How much coffee is OK for me to drink in a day? I asked the experts

People have a love-hate relationship with coffee. A 2023 report from the National Coffee Association found that 63% of Americans drink coffee every day – that’s more than any other beverage, except water. That same year, coffee reportedly overtook tea as the UK’s favorite drink; according to the British Coffee Association, the UK consumes about 98m cups of coffee a day. On the other hand, many people seem to feel uneasy with how much brew they...

2024-04-08T12:07:56Z

Dementia risk can be heightened by addiction to sweet substance, study finds

Dementia is an umbrella term for a number of conditions related to cognitive decline

2024-04-09T14:17:19Z

These 7 Hair Growth Devices Can Reverse Genetic Hair Loss

Gift one to your husband.

2023-08-04T17:58:17Z

11 Ways to Make Hair Grow Faster, According to Experts

Plus ways to speed up hair growth naturally.

2023-06-29T17:48:46Z

Here's How To Tell Regular Old-Age Memory Loss From Dementia

There are a few ways to tell one from the other.

2024-04-09T11:18:40Z

Black women hospitalized in US with blood infection resistant to last-resort antibiotic at increased risk of death

New research being presented at this year's ESCIMD Global Congress (formerly ECCMID) in Barcelona, Spain (27–30 April), finds that the odds of death in Black women with a bloodstream infection (BSI) caused by carbapenem-resistant enterobacterales (CRE)—a family of the world's most intractable drug-resistant bacteria—was twice that of Black men or White women even after adjusting for age, BSI source, liver disease, hospital onset, race and gender...

2024-04-19T22:28:11Z

4-Year-Old Living With One of the Rarest Disorders in the World

Amanda Burritt’s 4-year-old daughter Emma is living with one of the rarest conditions in the world. She noticed something was different about her daughter at around 6 months old when she wasn’t hitting her milestones. After months of testing, Emma was diagnosed with KIF1A Associated Neurological Disorder, also known as KAND. “It was devastating. It turned our entire world upside down. There are only roughly 500 diagnosed with KAND worldwide,” Amanda told Inside Edition Digital’s Andrea Swindall.

2024-04-06T13:16:17Z