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Carolyn Gretton

10 minutes to colon cancer prevention starting now

Can 10 minutes of exercise help your body fight cancer? It may not sound like much. But when it comes to teaching your body to become a tougher place for cancer to grow, it’s a very good place to start.

Dr. Elizabeth Klodas MD, FACC

Smart snacking: What to look for, what to skip, and why it matters

Most of us snack. That’s not inherently a problem, it’s actually an opportunity. Done right, you’re giving your body extra chances to take in the nutrients it genuinely needs more of. Here’s how to make the most of it…

Joyce Hollman

This occasional drinking habit may triple the odds of liver scarring

You may not drink every day, or even every week. Or maybe you do. But there’s the occasional special weekend when you have a few. Is that a problem? If you have certain metabolic risk factors, it could be — especially for your liver.

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

The common cleaning habit harder on your lungs than you think

Most people don’t think twice about using disinfectant sprays, but new research suggests what you breathe in while cleaning could be more harmful than if you swallowed it…

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

The simple home upgrade for a sharper brain in just one month

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.

Joyce Hollman

Processed meat and colon cancer risk: What most Americans still don’t know

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.