Researchers are going to study older, “pre-domesticated” varieties of fruits and vegetables to see if they contain more nutrients than their modern day cousins.
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The typical American diet is rich in fat, salt, and sugar and may be partly responsible for depressive disorders.
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Work, family problems, and money can all cause mental stress but this stress can also lead to physical health problems too.
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Could our sanitized homes be contributing to the increase in allergies, asthma and other childhood health problems? Turns out, a little dirt may be good for kids’ health.
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Overweight seniors with a lot of abdominal fat may experience lower cognitive function than their peers who are at a healthy weight.
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According to new research, chronic mental stress may lead to physical pain by interfering with the body’s ability to regulate the inflammatory response.
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According to a recent study the most important factor in choosing a diet for weight loss is whether or not you can stick with it.
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Early school start times and insufficient sleep can contribute to teen obesity, depression, and risk-taking.
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Melanoma is a very aggressive and deadly form of skin cancer, causing more than 75 percent of skin cancer deaths. Learn how to reduce your risk and identify suspicious moles.
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A new study has found that long term use of hormone therapy to manage menopause symptoms slightly raises the risk of developing breast cancer.
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Eating in between meals can help those who want to lose weight, but they need to choose snacks carefully.
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Moderate, not heavy, drinking may help men reduce their risk of dying from heart disease.
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It may sound like good news, but obesity is still a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
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Unroasted green coffee beans may be able to help obese people with their weight loss efforts.
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A recent study has found that driving while suffering from a cold is equal to drunk driving.
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Fish is a healthy source of protein and studies have shown fish can provide a variety of health benefits, but consumption must be balanced to reduce mercury intake .
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Inadequate sun exposure or intake of vitamin D can put people at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and autoimmune disease.
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While diet alone won’t cure cancer, the right diet can boost your strength and help your body “outwit” the cancer cells by not feeding them what they crave.
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People who have a variant form of a certain gene, may be more susceptible and suffer more severely from the flu.
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Everyone loves a good massage and now there is research supporting the health benefits of this feel-good therapy.
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According to a new study, taking antibiotics won’t speed up recovery from a sinus infection.
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If you are on a prescription or over the counter medication, you should be aware of potential food or supplement interactions with the drug.
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Chemicals in plastics may be contributing to the rise in obesity and diabetes.
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According to a new study, the risk of dying an early death rises with frequent red meat consumption.
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Tobacco control programs, such as tax hikes and smoking bans, are effective at reducing cancer deaths.
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