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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.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Most Millennials, GenZers Get Health Information From Social Media, Survey Reveals

A Healthline survey found that most millennials and GenZers obtain their health information from social media. It also revealed critical gaps in preventive care screenings.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Where Harris and Trump Stand on 7 Key Healthcare Policy Issues

Drug prices, Obamacare, abortion, and Medicaid are among the healthcare issues Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have starkly different stances on during the 2024 presidential election.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Vitamin D Supplements May Help Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

Vitamin D supplements may help boost your cardiometabolic health in several ways, including improved blood pressure and cholesterol.

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Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Diet, Lifestyle Can Help Prevent Breast Cancer as Diagnoses Spike in Younger Women

Dr. Marisa C. Weiss with Breastcancer.org offers insights on early-onset breast cancer, modifiable risk factors, and tips for lowering risk through nutrition and lifestyle changes.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Olympian Caeleb Dressel’s Cat Rems and Dog Jane Help Him Through ‘Rough Days’

Olympic swimmer and nine-time gold medalist Caeleb Dressel shares how his dog Jane and cat Rems boost his overall health and help him through “bad practices” and “rough days.”

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Breakfast Foods Affect Weight Loss, Metabolism Differently for Men vs Women

What you eat for breakfast can affect your weight, metabolism, and energy levels differently if you're a man or woman. Here's why.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

How Prioritizing Heart Health Could Lower Your Dementia Risk Later In Life

A new American Heart Association statement emphasizes the link between heart disease and cognitive decline. Prioritizing your heart health from childhood to midlife can help prevent dementia later in life.

Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50

Around 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Suspect They Have ADHD. What Are the Signs?

A new survey reports that 25% of adults in the United States believe they have ADHD, but half of them don’t tell their doctor about their suspicions. People with undiagnosed ADHD may not be receiving the treatment they need to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.

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.