The key to heart health isn't cutting down on pasta or potatoes, new evidence suggests; it's not even a low-fat diet.
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The key to heart health isn't cutting down on pasta or potatoes, new evidence suggests; it's not even a low-fat diet.

ScienceAlert

Giant Study Reveals The Secret to Heart Health, And It's Not Low-Carb or Low-Fat - ScienceAlert

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. — At around 2 a.m., 7-year-old twin brothers arrived at Mission Hospital in Asheville. Both had a fever, a cough, a rash, pink eye, and cold symptoms.

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Dailykos.com

Hospitals fighting measles confront a challenge: Few doctors have seen it before - Daily Kos

Nearly half of adults in the United States have hypertension, or high blood pressure but many of them, an estimated 11 million people, dont know it.The condition is a leading cause of preventable dea… [+294 chars]

Hypertension can affect your mind, heart, eyes and more, often without causing any obvious symptoms at all.

The Washington Post

What high blood pressure does to your body - The Washington Post

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday launched the free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme that would benefit approximately 3.45 lakh girls in Andhra Pradesh. The vaccine is a… [+2267 chars]

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday launched the free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme that would benefit approximately 3.45 lakh girls in Andhra Pradesh. The vaccine is aimed at curbing cervical cancer and it would be administered…

Gulte

Why HPV Vaccine for Young Adolescent Girls? - Gulte

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Buzzfeed

Neuroscientists Say These Sounds Lower Cortisol — Here's A Free Tool That Taps Into Your Brain's Stress Response - BuzzFeed

If you have diabetes or are looking to reduce your risk, this beginner-friendly meal plan is for you. Youll find a week of simple recipes that are rich in protein and fiber as well as balanced carbs … [+9179 chars]

Each day provides at least 99 grams of protein and 31 grams of fiber in this no-added-sugar, diabetes-friendly meal plan for beginners.

Eatingwell.com

7-Day No-Sugar Diabetes-Friendly Meal Plan for Beginners, Created by a Dietitian - EatingWell

Neuroscientists have found birding is actually a brain hack. A new study published in JNeurosci, the Journal of Neuroscience found birdwatching may actually alter the structure and function of your b… [+1102 chars]

This brain training hack is literally for the birds, says a new study.

Inc.

Neuroscience Says You Can Alter Your Brain to Improve Cognition - inc.com

Diabetes is not merely a sugar issue, it is a metabolic disorder that influences energy, hormones, mental well-being, gut well-being and even immunity, Dr Tandon says.
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Many people sit across the doctor’s desk with a puzzled look. Their blood sugar report says “within range.” Their HbA1c looks acceptable. Yet they feel drained, foggy, irritable, or simply not themselves.Dr Chirag Tandon, Director – Internal Medicine, ShardaC…

The Times of India

My sugar is fine, but I feel terrible: Doctor explains what your diabetes report may be missing - The Times of India

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<ul><li>Pomegranate juice, rich in antioxidants, may help lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.
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It’s eye-catching, refreshing and sweet.

The Best Morning Drink for High Cholesterol, According to Research - AOL.com

Humans dont have a defined mating season like deer or wolves. Heres how evolution rewired our reproduction by blending biology, culture and social life into year-round intimacy.
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Humans don’t have a defined mating season like deer or wolves. Here’s how evolution blended biology, culture and social life into year-round intimacy.

Forbes

Why Don’t Humans Have A Mating Season? An Evolutionary Biologist Explains - Forbes

One large egg contains about 185 milligrams of cholesterol, which has led many people to question whether eggs are bad for heart health. Research suggests the answer is more nuanced: for most people,… [+4395 chars]

Eggs are high in cholesterol, and some studies raise concerns about them for people with high blood pressure. But research shows most people can eat them as part of a heart-healthy diet.

Health.com

What Happens to Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol When You Eat Eggs Every Day - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information

Q. I have been relying on the antihistamine diphenhydramine to get to sleep for more than a decade. But over the last few years, I have found that I am having trouble coming up with simple words when… [+2011 chars]

The the drug has been shown to interfere with a critical brain neurochemical called acetylcholine.

OregonLive

People’s Pharmacy: Is taking diphenhydramine at night for sleep causing my memory problems? - OregonLive.com

By now, most people understand that exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle; its benefits are well known and have been for a long time. What is only recently proven by doctors is just how much exerci… [+2620 chars]

Movement can be divided up into short segments throughout the day instead of in one long, strenuous workout and can have the same beneficial decreases in risk of certain diseases.

WTOP

How much exercise is enough? A local doctor says you only need 15 minutes a day - WTOP

Emma Operacz was enjoying her summer. She was a semester away from graduating from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in psychology. She had a thriving social life, two jobs that kept her busy… [+7070 chars]

Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.

CBS News

A college student thought she had a UTI. Then came fevers, fatigue and pain: "Something's not right" - CBS News

Visceral fat is the difficult-to-lose fat that builds up around vital organs in your midsection. That doesnt only increase your waistline. It can also raise your risk for a long list of health condit… [+6297 chars]

Nutrition experts share the top 7 foods for reducing visceral fat, the stubborn abdominal fat that increases risk for heart disease, diabetes and more.

7 Foods to Buy Every Week If You Want to Lose Visceral Fat, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

Gut health has emerged as one of the most important pillars of overall wellbeing - and for good reason. Far beyond digestion, the gut microbiome influences everything from immunity and metabolism to … [+3991 chars]

A balanced gut affects more than just digestion - it influences everything from mood, metabolism and immunity. Dr Mrinalini shares 5 best gut health foods. | Health

Hindustan Times

Chennai surgeon shares top 5 gut-friendly foods that can heal your gut microbiome: Yoghurt, oats, flaxseeds and more | Health - Hindustan Times

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A state-by-state look at obesity by state, highlighting the highest and lowest adult obesity rates across America.

Visual Capitalist

Mapped: Adult Obesity Rates Across All 50 U.S. States - Visual Capitalist

Have you ever tried making a strawberry dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth, only to end up with something disappointingly bland? It's not you; it's the strawberries. According to a 2021 study publis… [+4872 chars]

If you've bitten into a strawberry recently only to taste disappointment, you're not alone. Strawberries have been getting less sweet; here's why.