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Men’s Health Prostate Health

8 steps to improve your prostate health naturally

Even though the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (aka benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) are not life-threatening, they can put a significant cramp in your lifestyle. And who needs that?

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Healthy Living Liver Health Thyroid Health

The chemicals that trigger your body to make new fat cells

Have you started a healthier diet and maybe you’re exercising too — only to be disappointed that the inches aren’t coming off? The problem is likely “obesogens.” Obesogens hijack the regulatory systems that control your weight and make it almost impossible for you to maintain a healthy weight. But you can beat them…

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Bone Health Inflammation Joint Health Thyroid Health

That snap, crackle and pop in your knee may start with your thyroid

If you notice your knee crackling, it could signal osteoarthritis or a build-up of calcium crystals thought to only happen in really old age. Turns out they do structural damage much earlier than thought, especially if your mineral metabolism is off…

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Autoimmune Health Brain Health Inflammation

Why Alzheimer’s may be an autoimmune disorder

Ask anyone and they’ll say Alzheimer’s is a brain disease. But some scientists think it has more in common with autoimmune conditions. Considering Aducanumab, the Alzheimer’s wonder drug that received accelerated approval has been discontinued, it may be time to listen to them.

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Bladder Health Fitness & Exercise Men’s Health Women’s Health

The bladder exercise better than confounding Kegels

If you’re dealing with a leaky, overactive bladder, you’re not alone. But you may think your choices are limited to adult diapers, questionable drugs that impact the brain or “practically impossible to master” Kegel exercises. You’d be wrong. Here’s a new easier way to cut the restroom leash…

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Bone Health Prescription Drugs Thyroid Health

The bone-weakening effects of a common thyroid medicine

Low thyroid among Americans ranges from 5% to 20% due to variables constituting what’s normal. But for those diagnosed and receiving treatment, there’s a warning about the most commonly prescribed medication for the condition…