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Digestive problems, at one point or another, are likely to hit everybody. For some, it could be a one-off bout of gas or diarrhea after eating something their stomach didn’t agree with. For others, gas, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea can be a regular occurrence. If you’re one of the latter, there could be a series ...click here to read more

If you’re concerned about your cholesterol levels and want to bring them down, you really need to get acquainted with fiber. It might just be your best friend in giving you the support you need. Fiber includes non-digestible carbohydrates that aren’t broken down and absorbed in your digestive tract for energy. Instead, it moves through ...click here to read more

If you’re struggling to keep blood sugar in check, or reduce the risk for diabetes, zero-calorie sweeteners may seem like a great idea. But things aren’t always what they seem. These sweeteners contain very few or no calories, but have a much higher sweetness intensity than common calorie-containing sweeteners like sugar or high-fructose corn syrup ...click here to read more

If you’re one of the more than 1.3 million Americans living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know that this chronic inflammatory condition can affect every area of your life. While there’s no cure for RA, there are ways to manage its symptoms so you can live as normal a life as possible. One thing that ...click here to read more

A recent study suggests that there may be a link between an inflammatory diet, depression, and an increased risk of frailty. According to the study, adults who ate a pro-inflammatory diet were more likely to experience depressive symptoms and were also at a higher risk of becoming frail later in life. If you’re looking for ...click here to read more

Throughout your life, you’ve likely lost contact with former friends. Not that anything bad happened, just that as life moved on and became busier, you lost touch. But guess what? That person would likely love to hear from you. And it could also offer some big health benefits for both of you. New research shows ...click here to read more

If you are one of the many adults in the United States who has the non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), there’s a higher chance you’ll develop dementia down the road. A study published in Neurology found that people with a buildup of fat cells in the liver caused by NAFLD were more likely to develop ...click here to read more

You’ve learned a lot of things in your life. Far too many to remember. So, cut yourself some slack when something slips your mind, especially if it’s not particularly important to you. And try not to worry. It’s likely not related to some underlying brain disease like Alzheimer’s or dementia. Just like you’re not as ...click here to read more

Depression is a serious mental health condition that can lead to several health problems, including stroke. A new study has found that adults who exhibit symptoms of depression are at an increased risk of having a stroke. If you are concerned about your mental health or are experiencing symptoms of depression, it is important to ...click here to read more

Do you reach for the saltshaker the minute you sit down for a meal? You could be seasoning your way to a shorter life if you do. Instead, try sitting down and tasting your food. If it isn’t lacking flavor, don’t add any. Maybe reach for herbs, spices, or a little lemon juice if it ...click here to read more

New research suggests that consuming dark chocolate has positive effects on brain functions. The study, which was conducted by a team of international researchers, found that eating dark chocolate improved the blood flow and function of the brain. Additionally, the study participants who consumed dark chocolate displayed lower stress and anxiety levels. These findings could ...click here to read more

Having a chronic health condition may make you apprehensive about exercise. You might wonder if exercise is safe and, if it is, how often and how intensely you can do it. The good news is that exercise is safe for most people with chronic illnesses and can provide important health benefits. People living with heart ...click here to read more

Rising temperatures, episodes of mass violence, and a seemingly endless stream of news used to fuel anxiety might be affecting you these days. You’re certainly not alone. Finding ways to cope with anxiety can be difficult, especially if it’s keeping you indoors. Access to screens and isolation, however, may only make it worse. One of ...click here to read more

There aren’t many vitamins out there that come with more hype than vitamin D. And much of it is for good reason: it can play a big role in overall health. But it can also be dangerous if you’re taking too much of it. Just ask a British man who was recently hospitalized for overdosing ...click here to read more