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There’s tons of evidence that eating mostly fruits, vegetables and whole grains can help prevent and even cure many conditions, from eczema to arthritis to diabetes and heart disease. But some people remain skeptical. Here’s one woman’s true story of what can happen when you switch to a plant-based diet.

Much has been written about coffee’s health benefits, but one area that’s been murky is whether coffee helps or hurts heart health. Now, another study has confirmed that drinking coffee made a particular way, and used as the basis for some of our favorite coffee house beverages, can actually raise the risk of cardiovascular disease…

Those blooms you bring into your home this spring could spell discomfort and even worse for your furry friends. Here’s the lowdown on some popular flowers, how they can poison your pet and what to do if you think your cat or dog has eaten them.

Pain, burning, urgency — each of these symptoms will sound familiar if you’ve ever suffered from a urinary tract infection. And the likelihood is, you have. And while the pain and symptoms of the infection themselves are bad enough, according to a new study, having a urinary tract infection could be a signal of far worse to come…

Do you know someone whose heart attack seemed to “come out of the blue? While it’s hard to understand how someone can seem fine one day and suffer a major heart event the next day, it happens. Cardiologist Dr. Elizabeth Klodas explains how, why and what’s lurking below the surface that even a stress test can miss — and how to help guard against it.

If you have rheumatoid arthritis, chances are you’ve experienced side effects from your medication, so you may be aware of alternatives that relieve your symptoms. One such alternative, fish oil, has shown the ability to ease RA symptoms. You can ramp us those effects by taking it with the right juice…

There’s no doubt fiber’s part of a healthy diet. Yet, we mostly think about what it does for the gut, like promoting regularity or stopping the bloat. There’s one more way adding the power of fiber to your life could improve your health (and even your happiness)…

Energy drinks are loaded with caffeine and sugar. For that reason alone, they’ve always been questionable at best when it comes to your health. But now, research has pinpointed other chemicals in these drinks that damage your kidneys and set you up for heart failure.

In the U.S., someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds. For survivors, the road to recovery can be long and hard. But trials are underway to test a hallucinogenic drug that could be the answer to less brain damage and better function following stroke.

Fructose has been a common food additive for decades, and its overconsumption is known to cause issues with the liver and insulin resistance, a precursor to obesity and diabetes. What hasn’t been as clear is how fructose impacts the immune system, and that’s a gamble with high stakes right now.

For years we’ve been told to watch our cholesterol, keeping our so-called “bad” cholesterol down and our “good” cholesterol up. But what if that advice was wrong and we’ve been operating under a false sense of security? There’s much more banking on HDL than we ever realized.

Walk into any gym and you’ll notice a great divide, with women hitting the treadmills and ellipticals, while the men lay claim to the weight machines. It’s a divide that seems to only get greater with age. But if you’re a woman over 50, skipping the weights in favor of just cardio could be a big mistake.

A high-protein diet can be an extremely effective weight loss plan. It usually goes hand in hand with a low-carb diet. But before you jump into changing your ways, consider the health of your kidneys. If not, you could end up with a bigger problem than a few extra pounds.

We use more artificial light than ever at night, both indoors and outdoors, and it’s affecting our health. Night light use is connected with a higher risk of obesity, depression, sleep disorders and diabetes. And according to researchers, it may be raising our risk of a particular type of cancer…

If you were in the clutches of drugs or alcohol, you’d want out. It’s time to think about foods that are bringing your health down the same way, foods that are engineered to addict you. Here’s insight into the worst culprits and how to break free.

The egg debate has gone on for years. Some studies indicate eggs contribute to heart disease, cancer and a shorter lifespan, while others have demonstrated a protective effect. There’s a lot on the line when it comes to eggs. So, it’s no wonder the debate is ongoing. Here’s what the latest research reveals…

Curcumin, a compound found in the spice turmeric, is well-known as a powerful anti-inflammatory that’s shown promise in relieving several diseases, including cancers of the stomach, blood and lungs. As if these benefits weren’t enough, the spice may also help protect the health of another vital organ.

Sleep is critical time the brain uses to clear toxins, build memories and reinvigorate parts of the brain that help us continue to learn and function independently. If you’re missing out on valuable shut-eye, these processes are short-circuited, and you could potentially set yourself up for serious problems.

What if lifestyle interventions were looked on as legitimate, bona fide treatments, just as medications are? The growing discipline of lifestyle medicine is making this “what if” a reality, and instead of medicalizing disease, provides an easier pill to swallow.

Previous studies have shown a combination of stress and work can increase your risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In other words, being a workaholic can ruin your health. Here’s how to gauge your risk and how to turn it around.

It’s no news flash that refined grains like white flour are bad for your health. But while many studies on refined grains have focused on their impact on weight and blood sugar, it turns out they significantly boost our odds for heart attack or stroke. Good news: Whole grains do just the opposite.

Even if you’ve survived a heart attack or stroke, your risk of dying prematurely increases. In fact, in the first month after a cardiac incident, risk of death skyrockets, and this risk can remain high for years. The good news: You’re a survivor, and researchers are tirelessly working on ways you can keep it that way.

While scientists have been able to identify key markers of Alzheimer’s disease, they’re still trying to work out why some people develop the disease and others do not. Some, called ‘SuperAgers,’ even appear to be resistant. And researchers are trying to unravel their secret…

It’s almost impossible to avoid a computer or digital screen, including your phone. But these modern conveniences are causing new threats to your eyesight. Here’s what you should know about computer vision syndrome, and how to avoid it when you can’t avoid a screen.

There is a complex interplay between stress eating, obesity and the kinds of metabolic issues that can lead to type 2 diabetes. Managing all these factors usually takes multiple steps. But a team of researchers may have found an interesting shortcut involving a particular kind of “good” bacteria…

Choral groups may not be singing together much right now, but hopefully that will change soon. Because the emotional and physical health benefits science shows happens when we blend our voices are just too good to pass up…

We all need a little sunshine in our lives. It’s an important source of vitamin D. Get too much sun, though, and UV damage can lead to premature aging and skin cancer. But there’s a tasty way to give yourself an extra layer of sun protection and guard against sunburn…

It’s no surprise to any of us that despite the best efforts of moms everywhere, 90 percent of us are still not eating enough fruits and vegetables. But what if we did? For starters, 7.8 million early deaths a year could be prevented. Scientists can even measure the benefits in each serving, and reveal the magic number for saving lives…

Do you get a little bit sleepy as the afternoon wears on? Are you feeling that after lunch slump that makes you want to just curl up, close your eyes and drift off, if only for a little while? Here’s your excuse to give in: napping may be good medicine for your brain.

For years, scientists have been studying how vitamin D influences a number of diseases, particularly inflammatory diseases, diabetes and cancer. That’s why a group of scientists formulated a plan…

Do some people just naturally age better than others, or is there a secret to looking younger, longer? New research may just hold the answer. So, hold off on those chemical-laden anti-aging creams and skip the painful injections of Botox and fillers and try this instead…

Between-meal snacks can do some damage to your health, your weight and your willpower. But we do enjoy our snacks. They make up a fair proportion of our daily calorie intake at almost 400 calories! But there is a good way to turn all this snacking to your advantage…

We’ve learned that having good bacteria in your gut lowers your risk of Alzheimer’s, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes and cancer. They even play an important role in regulating your weight! The question is — how do you encourage these disease-fighting gut bacteria to grow and thrive?

It’s like fighting an uphill battle to get the mainstream to admit its ability to flush heavy metals from the bloodstream can have a positive effect on avoiding heart problems. So today, I wanted to talk a little more about chelation and how it works…

If you discovered an exercise that could increase your muscle strength 30 percent in just a month, I bet you’d be pretty excited. If so, it’s time to train your brain. You can keep your memory sharp for life just by giving it this effective workout…

Breast cancer is a dreaded disease. But there is something else dangerous about breast cancer — and other female-related diseases… And that’s a doctor’s inability to warn us about the high and unique risks that women face from diseases they feel are outside of our sex.

Some conventional and alternative treatments for stress and anxiety may leave you feeling drowsy or fatigued. So if you’d rather stay focused and energized all day, while beating back the stress, give these a try…

There are a million worthwhile reasons to eat fruits and vegetables. But it doesn’t hurt that making you more attractive is one of them: the healthy glow from a veggie-filled diet makes you even MORE attractive than tanning… without frying your skin.

Stress and anxiety grip millions of people. It controls what they do, how they do it, and it makes them tired and sick. Breathing exercises help condition the mind and body to reduce stress and anxiety. They work by taking your thoughts and worries in the mind and redirecting them.

Even the healthiest diets have hidden pitfalls you need to watch out for. Because, often when you give something up, deficiencies can develop. The Paleo diet is no different, but there’s a simple solution…

The power of bright white light may significantly decrease symptoms of depression and increase functioning in people with bipolar disorder… without the side effects of conventional treatments.

Diabetes is a HUGE problem. And it looks like part of the reason it is could be attributed to wrong-headed nutritional advice we’ve been following for years that’s been hurting instead of helping.

American’s are packing on the pounds in record numbers — and it’s not just burgers and ice cream doing it. There are factors at work triggering the trend toward obesity that even the most careful dieters among us may not be aware of or know how to do anything about…

When you hear the word strength, you probably immediately think of exercise and weight lifting. Yet, new research is showing that staying strong in your senior years is just as much about what you eat — and maybe even more about when you eat it…

If you’re over 40, you could be one in six that ends up with cataracts. Once you hit 80 your risk jumps to 50 percent. And even worse, if you have diabetes you have a 60 percent greater risk of developing cataracts, even in your younger years…

Adults living with ADHD suffer from an inability to concentrate to complete daily tasks, handle bills and their jobs and may experience marital troubles and more frequent car accidents. If you’re one of them, a new insight could hold the secret to helping you reclaim your life…

If you’re purchasing healthy foods because they contain certain compounds or nutrients, you need to be aware of something: You may not be getting what you paid for unless you cook them the right way. In fact, you may be shocked at just how many nutrients you lose…

While you may be familiar with well-known micronutrients such as vitamins B and C, there is a vitamin that’s not so common that may be even more important in supporting optimal health… vitamin K.

As medical marijuana gains momentum, cannabis compounds are helping curb pain and inflammation, and may help fight brain aging, diabetes and arthritis. The only problem is, not everyone has access to it. And others already know that cannabis isn’t their cup of tea. Luckily, there’s another option…

We all know people who seem to effortlessly remain young and active. People who could run circles around us, look ten years younger and just plain leave us wondering how they do it. While it’s easy to say it’s just good genes, the real answer could surprise you…

In almost any situation, there is usually more than one way to do something — and do it right. But when it comes to medicine, there’s quite a bit of discrimination in that respect. EDTA chelation therapy is a perfect example. You may have never heard of EDTA chelation therapy… so, let me start you out with the basics…

If you’re a woman, there’s a certain carcinogen you need to be extra careful about. Cadmium mimics estrogen. As a result, it’s been tied to some hormone-related cancers in women. Breast cancer is one of them. And now, it seems, it may fuel endometrial cancer too…

You’ve probably seen someone laid up in a hospital bed with their legs being pulled in all directions as if hooked up to some sort of medieval torture device. Erase that from your mind. This traction exercise is not so scary, and can gently help your lower back feel great…

Do you always see the bright side of things? If so, congratulations, you may just live longer! That’s because science is revealing your longevity is tied to far more than the numbers your doctor checks when you go in for a visit, like your weight, pulse and blood pressure…

Flu season is here. If you haven’t begun working to boost your immune system, you better start now if you want to avoid the runny nose, coughing, fever and body aches that can last for days to weeks. Because even if you regularly get your flu shot, there’s no guarantee this year’s shot will actually work…

Men are often looking for ways to boost their performance in the bedroom, but usually they are told to lose weight, stop smoking, exercise, and eat a healthy diet. But why not go a step further, especially with the last suggestion, and take the opportunity to enhance sexual prowess at every meal?

That retardants prevent fires is pure fiction. You might get about three extra seconds before your furniture ignites. What they can do is put you at unnecessarily high risk for thyroid disease and cancer because of the toxic load you carry from near constant exposure in things you come in contact with daily…

Certain menopause symptoms get a lot of press. But other symptoms don’t get as much attention because they can be a little embarrassing to talk about, which means millions of women are left suffering in silence. No more. If vaginal discomfort and urinary issues are on your list of complaints, listen up…

AIDS used to be a death sentence. These days, AIDS is treatable with antiretroviral therapy, but at a high side-effect cost. New research shows promise for a Traditional Chinese Medicine approach that may lead to a future cure, or at least, a better outcome…

Stuck in a cycle of sleeplessness and fatigue? It’s a frustrating feeling being tired all day but not being able to unwind once you hit the pillow at night. But there is a simple daily practice that could help you get better quality sleep and feel more rested…