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A person holding a glass straw getting ready to stir a green smoothie

Date: 2024/11/09 - 15:00

Classic and green Mediterranean diets may help slow brain aging

The Mediterranean diet, and in particular the Green Mediterranean diet, may promote better blood sugar management and a younger brain age, a new trial suggests.

Loads of freshly caught fish, a source of zinc, on a counter

Date: 2024/11/04 - 21:11

Higher zinc intake may increase endometriosis risk

Consuming higher amounts of zinc may significantly increase the risk of endometriosis compared to consuming lower amounts, a new study suggests.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Time-Restricted Eating May Lower Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes Risk

A new study found that time-restricted eating (TRE), a form of intermittent fasting, improved blood sugar control in people with metabolic syndrome, which affects 1 in 3 adults in the United States.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

‘Food Noise’ Ruled Her Life for Years. Here’s How She Learned to Silence It

For years, Sophia Pena couldn't stop thinking about food, making it impossible for her to maintain a healthy weight. Then everything changed when she learned about "food noise" and how to stop it.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Kathy Bates Credits Losing 100 Pounds with These 5 Things

Actor Kathy Bates says five key factors helped contribute to her success in losing 100 pounds. Here’s what health experts have to say about their effectiveness.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Standing More May Not Offset Effects of Sitting, Could Cause Circulatory Issues

Standing isn’t enough to offset the negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle, according to a new study. Prolonged standing may increase the risk of circulatory diseases, such as varicose veins. Brief bouts of exercise or activity throughout the day is recommended to offset the effects of sitting.

Older male checking blood pressure at home

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

80% of Strokes Are Preventable. Here's How to Reduce Your Risk

New guidelines for stroke prevention from the American Stroke Association highlight unique risk factors for women and how social determinants of health impact stroke risk. The new recommendations emphasize the benefits of GLP-1 drugs, a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

High-Intensity Exercise Works Like An Appetite Suppressant, Study Finds

New research suggests high-intensity exercise could help curb feelings of hunger, particularly in women, by decreasing levels of ghrelin, the "hunger hormone."

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Does having 'skinny genes' mean you can skip exercise and diet?

Scientists have identified a combination of 14 'skinny' genes that may improve weight loss. But could they be enough to replace diet and other lifestyle factors?

Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50

Short bursts of activity may better stimulate weight loss

Walking in short bursts or climbing stairs can burn 20% to 60% more energy than sustained activity for the same distance, according to a new study.