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9 fingernail signs you might be sick

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Traditional healers, naturopaths and even old-school physicians can get clues as to the state and quality of your health by looking at you. Your body offers many “secret signs” that are “hidden in plain sight,” if you know where to look, what you are looking for and what the signs you see mean…

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Health News Healthy Aging Immune System

Your immune system is aging faster and here’s why

Your immune system is aging faster and here’s why
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The body’s immune system tends to grow weaker as people age. But as the aging population grows, something stands out. In some people, this aging seems accelerated. Why? A not-so-surprising difference that makes it hard for your immune system to do its job…

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Fitness & Exercise Immune Health Respiratory Health

One more risk of too little exercise: Pneumonia

One more risk of too little exercise: Pneumonia
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Winter is here, and you know what that means: Your chances of getting sick and ending up with pneumonia are higher than at any other time of the year. And if you still haven’t gotten the message about the harms of a couch potato lifestyle, you’re missing out on the easiest intervention that works across all age groups.

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Bone Health Health Supplements

Osteoporosis: The forgotten mineral that lowers the risk

Osteoporosis: The forgotten mineral that lowers the risk
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It takes more than calcium and vitamin D to maintain bone health. These popular nutrients tend to take the spotlight, though strong healthy bones depend just as much on important micro- and macronutrients. In fact, a single trace element — and don’t let that word diminish its big benefits — is instrumental in boosting your bone density…

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Immune Health Immune System Respiratory Health

And the best flu-fighting vitamin is…

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Flu… we all dread it. Even if you get the flu vaccine, there’s no reason to put all your eggs in one basket, since every year scientists are battling different strains. But, what if I told you taking one simple thing each day could offer you big protection, maybe even as much as when you get stuck with that needle?

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Men’s Health Sexual Health

Free your testosterone and stop deadly cancer

Free your testosterone and stop deadly cancer
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Is all testosterone created equal? No. And if you have low levels of one type, it can mean a huge increase in risk for fast-growing prostate cancer. The first thing you need to know is there are two types of testosterone…

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Health News Sexual Health Women’s Health

High urine levels of cadmium linked to endometriosis

High urine levels of cadmium linked to endometriosis
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Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that is of no use to the human body. It’s a carcinogen, affects blood pressure and induces bone damage. And it’s difficult to avoid. But a large study just found another good reason why women especially should try hard to…

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Anti-Aging Supplements Bone Health Brain Health Health Conditions Health Supplements Healthy Aging Healthy Diet Healthy Living Heart Health Immune Health Immune System

6 vitamins and minerals for healthier aging

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As we get older, some vitamins and minerals become especially important. We don’t process them as well and need to get more of them from our diet to protect ourselves from health complications that will make our golden years not so golden.