The chronic lung disease asthma can result in more than inconvenient wheezing. Close to 10 percent of adults with asthma have a severe, life-threatening type,...
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Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.
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New Study Supports Air Pollution as a Breast Cancer Risk
It’s no surprise that air pollution is bad for our bodies, especially respiratory systems. But what about cancer? A recent study from researchers at the...
Breast Reduction Surgery Helps More Than Appearance
Breast reduction surgery is usually considered a cosmetic procedure, but a new study from the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Flinders Medical Centre...
New Diabetes Drugs Can Reduce Risk of Colon Cancer
Trulicity, Ozempic, Victoza, and Rybelsus…you’ve probably heard of at least a few of these brand-name drugs on TV. They’re a relatively new class of drugs...
New Study Supports Medication for Breast Cancer Prevention
Certain drugs can help prevent breast cancer in women who are high risk. From previous studies, breast cancer researchers know that a class of drugs...
Beyond the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet gets lots of attention in the nutrition world …and for good reason. People who live in the lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea...
Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
In acid reflux stomach acid surges into the esophagus causing pain. Digestive enzymes and other home remedies for acid reflux may help.
Why Beans are Good for You
Few foods are as good for you as beans offering a combination of protein, fiber, and vitamin. Eating more beans can provide a multitude of…
Natural Remedies for Autoimmune Disease
The immune system can become confused. And when it’s confused, it can mistake the body’s own organs and tissues for an outside invader and may…
Addressing the Causes of Cataracts
The chief cause of cataracts is aging, but lifestyle choices and good nutrition can slow or even stop the development of cataracts later in life.
Diet for Diverticulitis
A diet for diverticulitis can make a big difference in preventing an attack of this painful and miserable infection of part of the digestive track.
Addiction as a Chronic Illness
Addiction touches the lives of more than 100 million Americans every single year. It’s time to rethink how we view this devastating condition, and that...
