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Have you ever wondered why salt can worsen high blood pressure? Or why young people are less sensitive to salt’s effect on blood pressure? It comes down to slowed production of an anti-aging factor known as the Klotho protein…

Some foods are just made for each other… Beans and franks. Chips and dip. Mac and cheese. Peanut butter and jelly. Spaghetti and meatballs. But nothing’s better than a food pairing that keeps your blood pumping…

Chemotherapy is a standard tool used against breast cancer, but researchers are always looking for ways to help it work better. A small clinical trial points to an inexpensive vitamin that may help more women see a more “complete” response…

Air pollution particles may do more than irritate your lungs, they may affect your brain. If you’re 40+, a simple home appliance that cleans your air may also rev up your brain. Here’s what the study found and how to put cleaner air to work for a healthier brain as you age.

New research suggests the kind of fat you eat may matter more than the amount when it comes to insulin resistance. Here’s why one common fatty acid may worsen blood sugar control — and another may help protect it.

Fiber maxxing is a popular TikTok trend, encouraging people to load up on beans, chia seeds, oats, berries and other fiber-rich foods. While most of us could benefit from more fiber, the trend isn’t for everyone. Let’s take it with a spoonful of context…

Your gums may say more about your health than you realize. That’s because chronic kidney disease and gum disease may fuel each other through inflammation, immune changes and harmful oral bacteria. That makes these things a top priority…

Your immune system can get tired with age, but what if aging immune cells could act young again? Researchers are studying a compound that may help T cells renew their power source. And your gut may be able to make it from foods you already know.

What if some of the healthiest foods on your plate were carrying something your body doesn’t need? Researchers studying nonsmokers, under 50, with lung cancer found a pattern that surprised even them. And the explanation is hiding in plain sight.

One food at the forefront of brain health is olive oil. But a recent discovery found that not all olive oils are equal. In fact, choosing the wrong kind could put your brain on the fast track to cognitive decline…

For decades, doctors have treated AFib using three main pillars: medications for heart rate, procedures to fix the heart’s rhythm, and blood thinners to prevent stroke. But an overlooked 4th pillar could reverse it…

Studies have shown it doubles weight loss, slows brain aging and brain atrophy and decreases liver fat. It could be the one diet to answer all our problems. Here’s how to go “green” for a big brain and slimmer waist and liver…

Walking comes naturally easy to us as adults. But the way we walk tends to vary from person to person. That’s no big deal unless it’s a difference that signals one of these 12 hidden health problems tipped off by how you walk…

We eat healthy, exercise and reach for supplements in hopes of adding years to our lives and enhancing the quality of our health. What if I told you it could be easier? Two currently available drugs may be the longevity cocktail we’ve hoped for…

You don’t need long workouts to protect your health. Dialing it down to brief bursts of daily vigorous activity — just enough to leave you breathless — can lower your risk of these eight chronic diseases…

What if something you’re doing, or not doing, in midlife could shape your brain years from now? Researchers have uncovered a surprising link to a major Alzheimer’s marker. The findings may change how you think about long-term brain health.

Aging doesn’t just weaken the immune system. It may take inflammation to a level that makes respiratory infections significantly more dangerous. How this cycle unfolds in the lungs and what reduces your risk is need-to-know information before you get sick…

My favorite road trip game is the one where you choose the ‘one thing’ you couldn’t do without if you were stranded on a desert island. For me, it’s a no-brainer: the nutrient science shows can fight all inflammatory and metabolic disorders.

Some forms of dementia may not begin in the brain. In fact, researchers say up to one in three cases are linked to conditions elsewhere in the body, pointing to modifiable factors that may help reduce your risk of losing precious memories.

It’s no surprise a steady diet of the wrong foods packs on pounds, raises blood pressure and blood sugar and ruins good health. But when you come face to face with facts from 45 studies that include 30+ conditions and cancer, time to look at what we’re eating…

When high cholesterol and weight gain come together, risks for heart trouble ramp up. Doctors will offer a pair of prescriptions, but an ancient snack turned functional food has plenty of clout to help get the job done…

Monounsaturated fats (MUFAs), found in olive oil, avocados and nuts, may help strengthen immune cells and improve their ability to survive stress. But balancing MUFAs with polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs) appears key to optimal immune function…

There’s a reason some blood pressure stays stubbornly high, and it may not be what you think. A little-known hormone could be part of the picture, and your doctor likely isn’t even testing for it…

I’m a penny pincher who will cut costs almost anywhere I can, but not when it comes to food and my health. So, imagine my delight when I found two foods that reduce serious health risks and the drain on my bank account at the same time!

A common food found in many American kitchens is linked to colon cancer, but nearly half of Americans don’t know the risk. A new report highlights this surprising gap in awareness and what it could mean for your long-term health.

If you’ve started feeling bloated, overly full or tired after meals, it may not be your diet that’s changed. In middle age, your body produces fewer digestive enzymes, making it harder to break down and absorb nutrients. The result? Less energy, more discomfort, and a hidden problem many people overlook.

Chronic inflammation can simmer under the surface for years. There are anti-inflammatory medications, and then there are spice compounds that may work together to deliver an anti-inflammatory effect up to 100x stronger, without the side effects…

We reach for them because they’re fast and convenient. But beneath that convenience is a level of processing that fundamentally changes how your body responds to what you eat, raising cardiovascular risks significantly.

Chances are you’ve never heard of phosphatidylserine. It’s a fatty substance especially important for brain neurons — for good reason: It’s the key to better brain function, including memory, stress management and healthy mood…

Is coffee quietly helping your health… or hurting it? And what about tea, our other favorite caffeinated beverage? Thanks to one of the largest and longest studies on the topic, which has tracked people for more than four decades, we may have the answer.

Traditional medications for IBS can produce side effects including heartburn, diarrhea, gas and abdominal pain — the very symptoms they’re meant to eliminate. Research has confirmed a treatment that works better with none of those side effects…

Heart disease is still the number killer. But hear this: It turns out that for good blood flow, you need to let the oil flow. What kind? The one that means fewer artery-clogging platelets in your blood and reduces heart attack risk by 30%…

Gum disease is much more common in folks over 50. But why? Are they skimping on good oral health habits? The truth is, they’re skimping on a common nutrient that seems custom-made to prevent severe gum disease.

Anyone who’s suffered a heart attack knows they have a 1 in 5 chance of another within 5 years. It’s not inevitable. Diet, exercise, managing stress and healthy habits can help. But cutting that risk in half just got easier…

Metabolic health is a broad term that encompasses four deeply interconnected areas of health: Blood sugar metabolism, weight, the liver and the heart. Learn how one nutrient impacts them all…

If asked when a person’s physical performance begins to decline, most of us would guess in their 50s or 60s. But we’d be way off as the results of a 47-year study have revealed. Thankfully, there’s a silver lining…

Ashwagandha, a staple of traditional Ayurvedic medicine, could be the answer to 21st century wellness. Its secret? Increasing a person’s ability to resist or adapt to biological, physical or chemical stressors.

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy feel like a miracle after years of struggling to lose weight. But we’re learning they lead to nutritional deficiencies that increase risk of serious health problems most hope to avoid even in old age…

Acute pancreatitis is a painful sudden attack that could land you in the hospital. Damage from repeat attacks put you in serious jeopardy. Rest, IV fluids, pain meds and antibiotics can only do so much. But this vitamin may treat, protect and prevent…

In the 1970s, scientists were able to isolate an amino acid known as DMG from its source. Eventually, it became one of many nutrients used by athletes to help give them a performance edge. But why should athletes get all the benefits? Find out what DMG can do for you…

Several factors support normal blood sugar levels, including diet and exercise. But if you’re spending too much time indoors, you’re cheating yourself of one shown by a world-first study to have a significant impact on metabolic health.

When we talk about cholesterol, the focus is primarily on HDL and LDL, otherwise known as “good” and “bad” cholesterol. But there are a couple of risk factors that change the conversation. Here’s what to know…

Experts have warned that by 2050, dementia diagnoses may triple, mostly due to an aging population. But a popularly prescribed drug for back pain may be doubling the risk, even in young people.

Heart disease develops gradually. In early stages, symptoms are often subtle or absent. By the time warning signs appear, significant plaque may already be present. That makes this early prevention window urgent…

You may think being a night owl is fine as long as you’re getting enough sleep. That’s all that matters, right? Not exactly. Those late nights pose a major threat to heart health…

Physical therapy after a stroke is common to help survivors regain their abilities. But there’s another good reason to use exercise after stroke recovery: the potential to send mitochondria to the brain to support the healing process…

Near middle age, we start thinking about health changes our 30-something selves didn’t give much thought to. For women, one of those impending changes is menopause. But what about the elevated stroke risk that comes with it? There’s encouraging news…

Ample research shows the gut microbiome influences whole-body health. But as we age, so does the gut. Could maintaining a more “youthful” microbiome support intestinal regeneration and healthier aging?

Everywhere you go, someone is coughing or sneezing, spreading germs you might not be ready to handle. Strengthen your protection against respiratory infections now, not just to avoid getting sick, but to lower the risk of hospitalization if you do…

Every cell in the body demands energy, though some processes in the body demand a lion’s share. Supporting our cellular powerhouses, the mitochondria, can keep our cells and health humming along. But there’s another reason for anyone wanting to start a family…

If you eat a typical Western diet, chances are good you aren’t getting all the nutrients you need, even from fortified foods, like cereal. In fact, there are five nutrients critical to disease prevention we’re falling short on…

To eat meat, or not to eat meat? Decades of research seem to come down on the side of a plant-based diet. However, everything we thought we knew about the risks of eating meat may have just been upended…

Longer lifespans have researchers scrambling to keep an aging population healthier. One vitamin has emerged that experts agree may be helpful for several chronic conditions featuring a common denominator afflicting aging Americans…

Far beyond being the perfect poultry seasoning, thyme is packed with health-supporting compounds. But despite years of research into its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune boosting potential, the question has been how to get the most from it, until now…

Sitting. It’s so bad for us, but is there any way to get around it? How can you possibly counter the damage to your health after sitting eight or more hours a day at work and then winding down in front of the TV for a few more? In 22 minutes, that’s how…

Studies show that testosterone levels in men have been declining for decades. If you’re a man between 45 and 65, odds are your T levels don’t measure up to your dad’s. But why? Well, as three specific health conditions rose, T levels tanked, and there’s a definite connection…

Microplastic travel the circulation super-highway and have been found in the brain, the heart, blood clots and artery-clogging plaque. Up until now, scientists considered them an equal opportunity threat…

Compared to a man’s sex drive, the female sex drive has largely been ignored. And for far too long, too many women thought loss of sexual desire was just part of aging. Wrong! Put on your seat belt and prepare to get turned on…

Astaxanthin is an antioxidant with a reputation for challenging the effects of aging, impacting longevity and health. Now it joins a few nutrients that can slow skin aging from the inside out…

Dialysis is needed when the kidneys are so damaged that the body needs an external filtration system to remove waste from the blood. But heart-related complications are a risk of the procedure. There may be a way to reduce that threat…