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Color-changing eye drops: Are they safe?

Eye drops that claim to change a person's eye color are being promoted online, and the ability to do this may sound tempting. But are these products safe? The answer is a hard no according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Gratitude linked to longer life and fewer heart-related deaths

A 2024 study suggests that older women with higher scores on tests to assess gratitude may live longer than those with lower scores. Most of this benefit seems to come from preventing deaths from heart disease.

Gardening and yard work: Exercise with a purpose

Many yard and gardening tasks-including raking and mowing -require enough effort to count as moderate-intensity exercise. Chores like digging and bagging leaves also help strengthen muscles. A 2023 study found that gardening helps increase physical activity levels, encourages greater fiber intake, and lowers stress and anxiety-all of which reduce the risk of heart disease.

Chronic loneliness may raise stroke risk

A 2024 study suggests that older adults who are chronically lonely are significantly more likely to have a stroke.

Regular walking can hamper low back pain recurrence

A 2024 study suggested that walking regularly may help stave off repeat episodes of low back pain.

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