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Diverticulitis is a painful inflammation of the colon that becomes more common after 50. But diet, lifestyle and some conditions can increase your odds. If not treated, complications can be life-threatening. Here’s what to know…

Low testosterone and aging are often blamed when men have trouble in the bedroom. But a six-year study shows an unrelated health problem, easily remedied, may actually be the impetus for a man’s sexual health decline…

An elevated PSA can be an early indication of prostatitis, an enlarged prostate, or prostate cancer. However, an elevated PSA can also be associated with situations that don’t directly involve the prostate…

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!

Given that it’s a normal physiologic process and not a disease, women are expected to just endure menopause and get on with it. But misery is not “normal,” and neither is accepting the harm it does to your health…

In the last two decades, there’s been a significant increase in deaths from obesity-related ischemic heart disease. Let’s talk about why obesity drives heart problems, the type of fat that does the most harm, who’s most affected and what to do about it…

Even if you don’t play golf, but have a golf course in your neighborhood, you’ll want to pay attention to this. You could face more than double the risk of developing Parkinson’s, and it may start in your groundwater…

Spices are at the top of the ORAC scale. That means they have exceptional anitoxidant capacity to keep oxidative stress from ruining our health. And when it comes to type 2 diabetes, three really stand out against three threats to your glycemic profile…

Barrett’s esophagus may seem like a benign condition. After all, it has few symptoms. But in actuality, signs of other conditions can mean it’s not far behind, nor is the risk for a type of cancer on the rise among people over 65. Here’s what to change now…

With the incidence of leaky gut and celiac disease on the rise, people are left suffering as doctors struggle to get to the root of the problem. Luckily, researchers are shining a light on how leaks form in the gut lining, providing hope for treatments that work…

Does a cloud of gloom descend on your Sunday nights? There’s a biological reason for that. Our complex relationship with Mondays is deep-seated and dangerous and poses a real health threat, even after we’re retired…

As women age, they have a high level of risk for a type of artery disease where plaque builds up inside arteries, narrowing them and restricting blood flow. It often leads to heart attack and stroke. A simple vitamin or extra serving of these greens can dial that risk back.

Never leave a doctor’s office until you’re satisfied with the answers you get. A misdiagnosis can happen more often than you’d think, especially if you present with symptoms linked to conditions doctors frequently dismiss…

Discussing vaccines can put people on opposites ends of the spectrum, but if you’re somewhere in the middle and you’ve been thinking about the shingles vaccine, a growing connection to dementia may be the deciding factor for you…

When we think about heart health, bones usually don’t come to mind. But growing research shows a powerful connection: the same choices that impact your heart can affect the strength of your bones…

With age, skin cell production declines, resulting in thinner, paler and less elastic skin, which contributes to the signs of aging, as well as the bruises and cuts that take longer to heal. A vitamin could reactivate the genes essential for skin renewal…

Statistically, becoming an intensive care patient means you’re more likely to die. Researchers have found a unique way to identify those patients at greater risk so they can turn that around. But it starts before you end up there…

PFAS are “forever chemicals” that poison your drinking water and sneak into your body via furniture, clothing, take-out and dental floss, too. They’re hard to avoid. And now we know how they cause disease: by destroying the most important parts of our immune system…

There’s just something about the world’s most popular beverage. And this time it’s too good to pass up, especially if you’re a colon cancer survivor or just looking for that special ingredient to live your longest best life…

Weight gain and inflammation create a vicious cycle that sabotages weight loss. But when science teams up to bust inflammation, you can pack on health while the weight falls off. Here’s what the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine found works…

Obesity has been linked to cognitive decline, even Alzheimer’s, but researchers questioned if it really was the weight, which can take years to gain, or the high-fat foods harming the brain. In just three days, they had their answer.

Two bacterial strains commonly found in the gut are behind some nasty infections, such as UTIs, meningitis and sepsis, and can lead to diarrhea and liver abscesses. The best nutrient to keep them under control is one Americans don’t get nearly enough of…

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has no known cause and no known cure. But scientists are seeking to change that. Their explorations into AMD’s mechanisms have uncovered a surprising link between AMD and heart disease….

You might be surprised that a cardiologist has something to say about colon cancer. But we’re seeing a parallel: what causes heart disease earlier in life may also be a setup for aggressive colon tumors.

One factor related to cognitive decline is brain shrinkage, also known as brain atrophy. As brain size decreases, connections between brains cells are lost and that leads to problems with thinking skills, memory and even performing daily activities, But a Japanese diet may keep your brain plump and sharp…

Chronic fatigue syndrome has puzzled doctors for decades. People with the debilitating condition have felt left out in the cold and worse, told “it’s all in their head.” But several recent studies have found that low blood levels of an important nutrient may be to blame…

Acid reflux is more than annoying. If not managed, it can develop into even more serious conditions. But if you’re treating it with the popularly prescribed and OTC acid busters, you may notice your blood pressure start to rise…

Avocados are rich in nutrients and healthy fats that support heart health and, in moderation, aid in weight loss. Eat one a day, and it’s a healthy habit you won’t regret. Especially when you climb into the sheets every night…

Women in menopause tend to lose interest in sex. Considering it can become painful, that’s no surprise. What is surprising is that a “pleasure prescription” may be just what’s needed to overcome this challenging time of life…

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has millennia of evidence backing up its remedies. Which is why when searching for the next cancer breakthrough, researchers have turned to an unusual medicinal herb with a solid reputation for acting against cancer cells…

Believe it or not, poor gut health is linked with higher odds of heart disease. And some studies show the gut microbiome can influence blood pressure as well. In fact, researchers have identified two probiotic strains as promising treatments…

Depression is considered a mental condition. But a new look at how it affects us in middle and old age has revealed it should be viewed as a “whole body” condition that multiplies and accelerates the development of physical illness.

If you’ve been trying to lose weight, you’ve probably heard the chatter that sparkling water, AKA fizzy water and, technically, carbonated water, can level up a fat-burning metabolism. Just what are the facts? Here are 4 of them…

The newer generation of blood thinners are much easier to use because they don’t require the blood test monitoring the older drugs did. But researchers uncovered an alarming risk that doctors prescribing the meds were unknowingly putting on their patients…

Milk, a source of calcium, is said to do a body good. But calcium, which promotes good bones, muscle function, heart health and more, may also be a big help in lowering the risk for a particular cancer on the rise…

UTIs have become increasingly difficult to treat since the bacteria that keeps them coming back is resistant to most antibiotics. Instead of fighting infection after infection, three supplements could help you avoid them altogether…

Kegel exercises are not just for women. They are one of the easiest and most convenient ways men can improve their urinary, prostate and sexual health, and you can do them without anyone ever knowing…

Let’s start with what’s shocking about the fact that there’s a 50% chance your parents inceased your risk of stroke as an adult by 61%: It’s not hereditary. It’s not something they passed from their genes, but it’s just as unintentional…

The side effects that come with treating high blood pressure include thirst, dehydration, increased urination, dizziness, weakness and fatigue. That’s incentive to keep it at bay with a few healthy changes and 5 supportive supplements to keep your numbers where you want them.

Mild dehydration can harm your brain, your joints, your heart and age you more quickly than you’d imagine. But what’s the best drink to replace those lost fluids without running to the toilet all day? You might be surprised…

Cancer needs fuel to do its dirty work. That much we’ve known, so starving it has been a goal of researchers. A startling discovery found cells in our bodies can gobble up exactly what cancer needs to grow…

Your body runs on clocks. And one of them is a good indicator of how fast you’re aging. A research team has found that if you’d like to slow that down, even late in life, there’s one nutrient you’ll want to take every day…

More of us than you’d think could be living with the threat of brain aneurysm. It may seem like a roll of the dice, but understanding risk factors and how to decrease them stacks the odds in your favor…

Palm oil is a high-yield/low-cost crop, making it ideal for processed foods and a nightmare for health. Research into MS discovered its toxic trait: triggering mitochondrial damage that helps fuel brain inflammation…

Chronic inflammation increases cancer. But in the case of colorectal cancer, something else very disturbing is happening. A common ingredient in processed foods has been found inside tumor cells, fueling their growth…

You might expect a damp sponge or counters to be teeming with bacteria. But researchers show there’s an appliance that needs our attention, even though it’s suprising how germs could flourish there…

You don’t have to read an issue of Cosmopolitan to gauge your love relationship. A Valentine’s scale validated by two intensive studies helps measure relationship satisfaction and stir up the romance. Dare to take it?

For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine has praised one herb for supporting circulation and brain health. Now research is stacking up that this ancient herb could be the difference between losing or keeping cognitive abilities after a stroke.

Cacao is a superfood with 40 times the antioxidants of blueberries. Impressive enough, but do you know about their impact on heart health that challenges popularly prescribed statins? I bet you haven’t heard a peep about it…

Unless you live in a bubble, you’re exposed to air pollution. A 17-year study shows that’s a bigger problem than we ever thought, increasing the risk for deep vein blood clots exponentially…

Innocuous little white tablets, perfect for a headache and a blood thinner anyone can grab at the drugstore. But it turns out an awful lot of us don’t realize the true scope of aspirin’s dangers or benefits and for whom which is which.

Lowering cholesterol isn’t just about cutting back on high-cholesterol foods or unhealthy fats; it’s about nutrients that actively work to improve your lipid profile. The real magic happens when these three come together…

The simple act of eating healthy can be overwhelming, so you might roll your eyes at another diet. But the more research digs into diets that can make us healthier, they are finding ones that do it faster, like NiMe…

The loss of muscle mass with age leads to functional decline if it isn’t reversed. But many don’t know that it kicks off metabolic decline and can predict your survival of a critical illness. Here’s why and how best to stop it…

Psoriasis manifests as scaly, red and itchy skin, but is far more than just skin-deep. It can cause unseen damage, affecting the joints, blood pressure and heart health. Now there’s an answer for the stomach problems…

Antibiotic resistance has been a cause for concern for years, continuing to escalate without a clear solution in sight. Now we know why. A sinister threat from within disrupts how the antibiotics we take should work…

Inflammation is believed to contribute to the growth of amyloid plaques, hallmarks of Alzheimer’s in the brain. Breathing an inert gas has been found to clear them right up. Could an inhaler-like treatment be the answer?

A diet linked to healthy aging, longer lifespan and reduced risk of disease (and backed by research) almost sounds too good to be true. And if you want a headful of hair, it just might be…

Omega fatty acids are essential, but for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer, there’s been some controversy. However, the right balance looks very promising for men who’ve been put on the watch and waitlist.

Sugar. We have a love-hate relationship with the sweet stuff that’s as hard to give up as any vice. But the reasons to do so have been stacking up for years. If kidney stones are your bane, then here’s one more reason to tame your sweet tooth…