Estrogen-only hormone therapy tied to lower dementia risk
Should you have a hysterectomy?
Stair climbing may significantly lower cardiovascular risks
Why do I sweat so much?
Walking pneumonia: The "mild" illness that can still pack a punch
Tai chi walking: What is it and does it work?
What causes knee pain: How doctors make a diagnosis
Sacroiliac joint pain: Causes, symptoms, and exercises that help
Where you carry excess weight matters in predicting heart disease risk
Study: At-home colorectal cancer screening may significantly cut colon cancer deaths
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Try this: The ABCs of loosening stiff muscles
A three-move routine-arm sweep, back bend, and chair pose-can help loosen stiff muscles in the shoulders, back, and legs.
The facts on fiber
Adults should consume 14 grams of fiber for every 1,000 calories consumed. However, most individuals eat less than half that amount daily. People can increase their daily fiber intake by introducing more high-fiber foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds into their regular meals. Those who have trouble consuming these foods may benefit from taking an over-the-counter fiber supplement.
Eating more plant-based fat may help your heart
Over a 24-year span, people whose diets favored plant-based fat lived longer than people who ate more animal-based fat, according to a 2024 study. The same distinction appeared specifically for deaths from heart disease.
Using a salt substitute can lower risk of developing high blood pressure
A 2024 study suggests that swapping table salt for a salt substitute can markedly lower the risk of developing high blood pressure.
Short bursts of evening activity fuel better sleep
A 2024 study suggests that short bursts of light activity before bedtime may improve sleep.
Estrogen-only hormone therapy tied to lower dementia risk
Should you have a hysterectomy?
Stair climbing may significantly lower cardiovascular risks
Why do I sweat so much?
Walking pneumonia: The "mild" illness that can still pack a punch
Tai chi walking: What is it and does it work?
What causes knee pain: How doctors make a diagnosis
Sacroiliac joint pain: Causes, symptoms, and exercises that help
Where you carry excess weight matters in predicting heart disease risk
Study: At-home colorectal cancer screening may significantly cut colon cancer deaths
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