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Struggling with high blood pressure and looking for simple ways to manage it? A new study reveals how something as common as a home air purifier could make a surprising difference.

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High Blood Pressure? Try An Indoor Air Purifier

Folks fighting high blood pressure might receive some help from a household air purifier, a new study says.Even in areas with relatively low air pollution levels, using a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) purifier at home might significantly lower a person’s

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1 day ago

Have you been curious about intermittent fasting after hearing friends, seeing posts, or reading about celebrities who swear by it? Find out what it really is, whether it works, and if it’s safe, straight from the science.

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A Doctor's Guide to Intermittent Fasting: Is It Right for You?

As a bariatric surgeon, I talk with patients every day about weight loss and improving their overall health. One topic that comes up more and more is intermittent fasting. You’ve probably heard about it from a friend, seen it on social media or read about celebrities who swear by it....

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2 days ago

Struggling with sleep apnea and looking for a surprising solution? A new study suggests that regularly blowing through a conch shell could help you sleep better, feel more alert, and breathe easier at night.

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Conch Blowing Could Be Effective Treatment For Sleep Apnea

Want to ease your sleep apnea and get a better night’s sleep?Blow through a conch shell, a new pilot clinical trial says.Regularly blowing through a conch shell (shankh) for six months, like Disney princess Moana or Anchorman legend Ron Burgundy, significantly improved sleep a...

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3 days ago

Have you ever felt nervous about giving birth? A new study reveals that a strong sense of mental well-being could help ease those fears. Discover how your mindset might shape your birth experience.

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How Confidence and Positivity May Ease Fear of Childbirth

Up to 60% of women feel some level of fear about giving birth, but a new study suggests that a strong sense of mental well-being could make a difference.Researchers from Robert Gordon University in Scotland and the University of South Australia (UniSA) surveyed 88 women in their third trim...

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4 days ago

Do you or someone you love live with Parkinson’s disease? A new study suggests that staying active through walking, chores, or even hobbies may help slow the brain changes linked to memory, mood, and attention. Learn how movement could make a meaningful difference.

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Staying Active Might Slow Parkinson's Progression

Staying active might slow the brain changes associated with Parkinson’s disease, a new study says.Parkinson’s patients who kept active by walking...

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5 days ago

Think your daily walk isn’t doing enough for your heart? A new study shows that adding just 1,000 extra steps a day and walking a little faster can significantly lower your risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart failure. Small changes really can make a big difference.

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Longer, Quicker Walks Protect Heart Health

Adding distance to your daily walk and picking up your pace can help reduce risk of heart problems associated with high blood pressure, a new study says.Compared to a minimum step ...

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6 days ago

Ever feel dizzy or lightheaded when you stand up and your heart starts racing? It could be more than just getting up too fast. A rare condition called POTS might be the cause—and now, researchers may have found a promising treatment.

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Dizzy, Heart Racing After You Stand? New Treatment Proposed

Some people find that when they stand, their hearts tend to race and they get dizzy and lightheaded.This is due to a rare condition called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS – and doctors think they’ve found a potential treatment.An established

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1 week ago

How much screen time is too much for your kids? A new study reveals that every extra hour spent gaming, scrolling, or streaming may be raising their risk for serious heart issues later in life. Discover what this means for your family’s long-term health.

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Trying to lose weight but not seeing results? A new study shows that cutting out ultra-processed foods could be the key—even when calories and nutrients stay the same. Find out why what you're eating may matter more than how mu#weightlosstipss#healthyeatinga#processedfoodsF#nutritionmatterstters ... See moreSee less

Good Weight-Loss Diets Avoid Processed Foods, Study Finds

Want to drop some pounds? Drop the ultra-processed foods, a new study says.People lost twice as much weight on a diet with minimally processed foods compared to one with ultra-processed products, even though both diets were nutritionally matched, researchers reported Aug. 4 in the journal ...

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1 week ago

Ever wonder if your favorite snacks are as safe as they seem? A popular freeze-dried fruit variety pack sold at Sam’s Club is being recalled due to potential listeria contamination, according to the FDA. Here’s what you need to know before reaching for your next snack.

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Freeze-Dried Fruit Recalled From Sam’s Club Over Listeria Risk

Popular freeze-dried fruit snacks sold at Sam’s Club are being recalled because of possible listeria contamination.Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions, LLC is recalling some 15-count boxes of “Member’s ...

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2 weeks ago

What kind of life could possibly survive in the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean? A recent expedition to a Pacific region named after Hades has uncovered a bizarre, never-before-seen ecosystem thriving 30,000 feet below the surface. You won’t believe the creatures scientists found living in this alien-like world.

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Scientists Find New Ecosystem in Deepest Trenches of Pacific Ocean

A scientific expedition into a region of the Pacific Ocean named for Hades, Greek god of the underworld, has uncovered an other-worldly ecosystem 30,000 feet deep.

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever worried about a strange spot on your skin and wished there was an easier way to know if it’s serious? Researchers at the University of Michigan are developing a tiny patch that could one day detect skin cancer, no biopsy or waiting required. Learn how this new tech could change the way we catch cancer early.

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Coming Soon: An At-Home Patch to Spot Skin Cancers?

Someday, you might apply a small patch onto your skin to find out whether that odd little spot is a cancer or not. That’s the hope from a new technology being developed by researchers at the University of Michigan.The tiny silicone patch is embedded with micro needles tha...

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2 weeks ago

Ever wondered if your heart might be older than you are? Researchers have created a new “heart age” calculator and it turns out many Americans have hearts that are aging faster than they should. Find out what your heart age says about your health and how it could motivate real change.

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How Old Is Your Heart? It Could Be Aging Faster Than You Are

Researchers who’ve developed a new “heart age” calculator say many Americans have unhealthy hearts that are physiologically older than their chronological age, with men faring worse than women.The research team theorizes that telling folks their heart age might help spur ...

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2 weeks ago

Can lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and brain games really help protect your memory as you age? A new study says yes, even for those at higher risk of Alzheimer’s. See how just two years of healthy habits made a lasting impact.

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Over 60? Healthy Lifestyle Change May Help Boost Your Brain

Two years’ involvement in programs focused on healthy eating, regular exercise and “brain training” exercises appears to have helped a wide range of older adults — even those at heightened risk for

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2 weeks ago

Can something as simple as a spoonful of sauerkraut really boost your gut health? Researchers say this tangy, fermented cabbage might do more than flavor your plate, it could help strengthen your gut lining and lower inflammation. Here’s why you might want to add it to your daily routine.

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The Gut-Healthy Secret Weapon Hiding in Your Sauerkraut

A small scoop of sauerkraut every day may do more than add crunch to your meal.It could also protect your gut.In a new study from the University of California- Davis, researchers found that fermented cabbage, also known as sauerkraut, may help support the gut lining and reduce infla...