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Do you start your day with a smoothie packed with fruit for a healthy boost? You might be surprised to learn that adding a banana could actually block some of the brain and heart benefits from other ingredients. Find out what researchers discovered about this smoothie secret!

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Want a Healthier Smoothie? New Study Says Skip the Banana

If a healthy slurp is your aim, skip the banana when you whip up a smoothie.Researchers at the University of California-Davis found that adding banana may interfere with absorption of powerful compounds called flavanols, which are linked to brain and heart health.

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Why do so many Americans find it hard to eat healthy even when food isn’t the issue? Researchers have developed a new tool that could help uncover the hidden reasons behind poor nutrition habits. Discover how the Nutrition Security Screener might reshape the way we think about healthy eating.

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New Tool Helps Spot Americans Struggling to Eat Healthy

A new screening tool may help doctors and communities better understand why so many Americans struggle to eat a healthy diet, even when they have enough food.Researchers at Tufts University’s Food is Medicine Institute in Boston have created and tested a survey called the Nutrition S...

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Are you prepared for what getting older might look like? A new national survey reveals how quickly America’s population is aging and how uncertain many feel about their future. Discover what the numbers really say about aging in the U.S.

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New Survey Shows What People Fear Most About Aging

The U.S. population is getting older fast and many Americans are unsure what aging will look like for them, a new national survey shows.The share of U.S. adults ages 65 and older has jumped from 12.4% in 2004 to 18% in 2024, according to the

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Can exercise really make a difference for women battling advanced breast cancer? A new study reveals how a structured fitness program can help improve strength, muscle mass, and overall resilience during treatment. Learn how movement can be a powerful ally in the fight.

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Exercise Benefits Women With Advanced Breast Cancer, Experts Say

Exercise can help women with advanced breast cancer better withstand both cancer treatments and the ravages of the disease, a new clinical trial shows.A nin...

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5 days ago

Ever wonder why kids have such a hard time staying focused, even on things they enjoy? A new study reveals it’s not just curiosity, but their developing working memory that makes it tough to stick with one task. See what happened when researchers asked adults to think like kids!

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New Research Explains Why Children Get Easily Distracted

Kids are known for jumping from one thing to the next, even when they’re supposed to stay focused, but a new study suggests that behavior doesn’t owe to curiosity alone.Scientists say children’s working memory just isn’t developed enough to help them stay locked in ...

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Have you ever worried that skipping meals might make it harder to focus or think clearly? A new study suggests intermittent fasting doesn’t dull memory, decision-making, or problem-solving skills. Find out what researchers discovered about fasting and brainpower!

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Intermittent Fasting Doesn't Affect Mental Ability, Review Finds

Intermittent fasting shouldn’t dull an adult’s ability to think, remember and problem-solve, a new evidence review says.Mental abilities like memory recal...

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7 days ago

Have you ever skipped a doctor’s visit because the office felt “too far away”? A new study found that even a short 19-mile drive to see your family doctor can lead to fewer checkups, missed screenings, and more ER visits. Discover how distance can make a big difference in your health.

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Even A Short Drive Impacts Your Access To A Family Doctor

Even a relatively short drive to see a family doctor can hamper a person’s access to health care, a new study says.A family physician located as little as 19 miles away is associated with fewer office visits, less

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Do you use powdered greens to boost your daily nutrition? A popular greens supplement sold at Sam’s Club has been recalled after being linked to a salmonella outbreak. Here’s what the FDA wants you to know.

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Super Greens Powder Sold at Sam’s Club Recalled After Salmonella Illnesses

A salmonella outbreak tied to a powdered greens supplement sold at Sam’s Club has sickened at least 11 people across seven states, and three have been hospitalized, U.S. health officials said last week.The illnesses have been linked to Member’s Mark Super Greens Powder Suppleme...

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Do you ever wonder if simply walking more could help protect your brain as you age? A new long-term study suggests that getting in more daily steps may slow early brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease. Read how staying active can make a lasting difference!

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5,000 Steps a Day May Help Protect the Brain From Alzheimer’s, Study Finds

Getting in more daily steps may help slow early brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease, a new long-term study suggests.Researchers followed ...

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Have you ever relied on sleep medication to get a good night’s rest? A new study suggests that skipping those pills could help you age more gracefully and even protect your brain and balance. Read more about how cutting back might benefit your long-term health.

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Insomnia? Avoid This Common Strategy If You're Older, Experts Say

Middle-aged adults and seniors would age more gracefully — and save a few bucks – if they lay off prescription sleep medications, a new study says.Avoiding sleep drugs would reduce older Americans’ lifetime rate of falls by nearly 9% and brain decline by 2%, researchers r...

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2 weeks ago

Spend long hours sitting at a desk or relaxing on the couch? A new study suggests that foods rich in flavanols like tea, cocoa, apples, and berries, could help protect your heart even when you’re not moving much. Read how these everyday treats might make a difference!

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Sitting For Long Periods? Sip Cocoa Or Munch Berries To Protect Heart Health, Experts Say

A hot cup of cocoa or tea, an apple or a bowlful of berries might help protect the heart health of couch potatoes or desk jockeys, a new study suggests.Those foods and drinks are all rich in plant chemicals called flavanols, and a lab experiment showed that they might prevent blood vessel ...

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Dealing with nagging knee pain from arthritis or an old injury? You might not need physical therapy sessions to find relief. A new study suggests simple home exercises could work just as well. Discover which moves can help reduce pain and improve strength!

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Home Exercises Ease Knee Arthritis Pain

Home exercises can effectively ease knee pain caused by cartilage tears and arthritis, apparently with or without physical therapy, a new study says.The stretching and ...

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Are you noticing signs that your child might be starting puberty? From growth spurts to mood swings, it’s a time full of changes that can be confusing for both kids and parents. Learn what’s normal and how to help your child feel confident during this stage.

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Puberty: The Signs, Stages & When to See a Doctor

Puberty is the time when children’s bodies start to make hormones that lead to physical changes and signs of maturation. It prepares the body for reproduction. It is also when significant growth occurs. In girls, it starts around age 8 and in boys, it starts aroun...

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Do you ever feel like you have to work twice as hard to see results from exercise? New research shows women might actually get more health benefits from working out than men even with less effort! Discover how a little movement can make a big difference for women’s heart health.

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Women Get More From Exercise Than Men

Women benefit much more from exercise than men, reaping many more gains with considerably less work, a new study reports.With the same amount of exercise, women experience a three-fold reduction in their risk of death from

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Have you ever tried using self-affirmations to lift your mood or boost your confidence? New research suggests those positive phrases might do more than just sound good, they can actually improve happiness and well-being. Read on to see how a few kind words to yourself can make a real difference!

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Self-Affirmations Effectively Boost Mood And Confidence, Review Finds

“I love myself unconditionally.”“I am worthy of love, joy and happiness.”“I am strong, capable and resilient.”“I breathe in relaxation and breathe out tension.”Self-affirmations might seem sappy, but they can they contrib...

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Would you know what to do if someone started choking right in front of you? New updated guidelines show simple, life-saving steps that anyone can use, whether it’s an infant, child, or adult. Learn how to be prepared when every second counts.

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New Guidelines Detail How To Respond To A Choking Emergency

Want to be ready to respond if an adult starts choking on their food, or a child on some object they’ve swallowed?Updated guidelines are available that let people know just what to do if an infant, child or adult is choking — and it’s pretty much the same thing for everyo...

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Have you ever driven when you were so tired you could barely keep your eyes open? You’re not alone! Nearly half of U.S. adults admit to driving while drowsy, a risk that can be just as dangerous as drunk driving. Find out what experts say about staying safe and alert behind the wheel.

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Too Tired to Drive? Experts Warn It’s Just as Risky as Drinking

Nearly half of U.S. adults have driven while so tired it affected their ability to stay safe behind the wheel, a new survey finds, taking a risk that can be just as deadly as drunken driving.In an

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Have you ever wondered why some people with chronic pain keep moving while others struggle to stay active? A new study from the University of Portsmouth reveals that resilience, not pain level, may be the secret to staying active. Discover how building pain resilience could help you move more and feel better.

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It’s Not the Pain, It’s How You Handle It, Research Shows

People with chronic pain who stay active may have one key advantage: Resilience.A new study from the University of Portsmouth in the U.K. found that one’s ability to cope with pain, also known as pain resilience, plays a bigger role in maintaining physical activity than the amount of...

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Have you ever worried about what’s really in your pet’s food? The FDA has announced recalls from Foodynamics and Raw Bistro due to possible salmonella contamination. Find out which products could be putting your furry friends at risk.

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Two Pet Food Brands Recall Products After Salmonella Concerns

Pet food manufacturers Foodynamics and Raw Bistro are recalling several dog and cat food products because they may be contaminated with salmonella, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).Salmonella can make both pets and people sick. Humans can become infected after handl...

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Do you or someone you love struggle with epilepsy that doesn’t respond well to medication? A new study brings hope, showing that even those with “treatment-resistant” focal epilepsy may experience major improvements over time. Learn more about this encouraging breakthrough!

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New Study Offers Hope for People With Drug-Resistant Epilepsy

For the estimated one-third of people with focal epilepsy who don’t respond well to initial medications, new research offers significant reason for optimism. A study suggests that even those considered

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Did you know that introducing peanuts early in your baby’s diet may help prevent allergies later on? A new study shows that early peanut introduction has significantly reduced new allergy cases among children. Learn more about how this simple change is making a big difference for families everywhere!

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Early Exposure Guidelines Cut Down Peanut Allergy Cases

Encouraging parents to introduce peanuts to their infants early has led to a significant drop in new allergy diagnoses, according to researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.Their study —  published in the November issue of the journal

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Are you experiencing hot flashes, restless nights, or other menopause symptoms and wondering if estrogen therapy could help? New research suggests that starting estrogen earlier during perimenopause may lower the risk of breast cancer, heart attack, and stroke later on. Learn what experts are saying about the timing and benefits of hormone therapy.

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When You Start Hormone Therapy In Menopause Matters

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For women weighing whether to use estrogen to manage hot flashes, sleep issues and other bothersome symptoms as menopause...