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What is obesity and what causes it?
Calories Sedentary lifestyle Not sleeping enough Endocrine disruptors Medications Is obesity self-perpetuating? Obesity gene Takeaway Obesity is a medical condition that occurs when a person carries excess weight or body fat that might affect their…
Yoga keeps the mind and body young, 22 clinical trials show
A review analyzing the results of 22 randomized clinical trials has found that yoga practice can improve many aspects of physical and mental health among older adults. Yoga can be an effective option for older…
Does CBD oil work for chronic pain management?
Effects What is CBD oil? Benefits for pain treatment Other uses Dosage Side effects Other considerations Takeaway While many people use cannabidiol to relieve pain, more scientific research is needed to be sure it is…
What to expect during IUD insertion
An intrauterine device or IUD is a small T-shaped device that a doctor or nurse can implant into the uterus to prevent pregnancy. It is among the most effective forms of reversible birth control with…
15 Signs and symptoms of MS in women
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune condition that interferes with the flow of information in the central nervous system. It causes a variety of symptoms and can affect women differently than men. Researchers do not know…
Replacing red meat with plant protein reduces heart disease risk
A meta-analysis of trials comparing the health effects of red meat consumption with those of other diets found that substituting healthful plant protein for red meat helps lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Eating plant…
Everything You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease
What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive form of dementia. Dementia is a broader term for conditions caused by brain injuries or diseases that negatively affect memory, thinking, and behavior. These changes interfere…
All Sweetened Drinks Can Raise Heart Disease Risk
Some sweetened beverages can have more sugar than a 12-ounce can of Coca Cola. It’s not news that too much sugar isn’t good for you. Indeed, soda, candy, and sticky-sweet confections can take a toll…
Prostate cancer in detail
Prostate cancer affects the prostate gland, the gland that produces some of the fluid in semen and plays a role in urine control in men. The prostate gland is located below the bladder and in…
Diabetes: Nuts could reduce cardiovascular risk
New evidence supports the current recommendation for people with type 2 diabetes to eat nuts to prevent cardiovascular issues and premature death. People with diabetes may benefit from eating nuts. Nuts are packed full of…
