Too Much Coffee, Soda May Raise Your Risk of Stroke, but Tea May Lower It
New research has linked drinking more than four cups of coffee a day with a 37% higher risk of stroke. Frequent consumption of carbonated beverages was also linked with increased…
This Father of 3 Thought His Cough Was a Lingering Flu Symptom. It Was Heart Failure
After months of coughing and having the flu and pneumonia, Son Vang was hospitalized with heart failure. Over the course of a few years, his condition worsened, requiring more hospital…
Nearly 1 in 3 US Adults Are Iron Deficient: Healthy Tips to Boost Your Iron Intake
Iron deficiency is linked to poorer brain health, heart failure, and other health concerns. A new study shows nearly 1 in 3 adults in the United States are deficient in…
Sleepmaxxing: How TikTok’s Wellness Trend Can (and Can’t) Help You Sleep
Sleepmaxxing is a social media trend that’s growing in popularity. The trend encompasses a range of advice, products, and practices aimed at improving sleep quality. Health experts say some aspects…
Replacing Some Ultra-Processed Foods in Your Diet May Significantly Lower Your Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Reducing your intake of ultra-processed food may reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. Researchers found that every 10% increase in the amount of ultra-processed foods in a person’s diet…
Brooke Shields on Why Embracing Aging and Prioritizing Preventive Health in Her 50s Feels ‘Like a Superpower’
Brooke Shields is speaking out about the importance of preventive health for people over 50. Specifically, Shields is working to encourage others to embrace aging and the increased risk of…
FluMist At-Home Nasal Flu Vaccine: How Effective Is It Compared to Regualar Shots?
The FDA has approved an at-home nasal flu vaccine. FluMist will be available through an online pharmacy for people ages 2-49. However, it is not for the very young, older…
How ‘Parks and Recreation’ Star Retta Learned to Manage Glucose Health After Diabetes Diagnosis
Actor Retta shares her personal journey with type 2 diabetes and learning about glucose health. She is spreading awareness for National Glucose Awareness Week, which will take place from September…
Psilocybin More Effective In Treating Depression Than SSRIs, Study Finds
A new study compares psilocybin — the active compound in magic mushrooms, with a common antidepressant medication. During 6 months of follow up, both drugs effectively improved depressive symptoms. Psilocybin,…
Excessive Alcohol Use Linked with Higher Risk for 6 Types of Cancer
Six types of cancer have been linked with excessive alcohol consumption, including breast, colorectal, and liver cancer, research shows. In 2019, 5.4% of cancers in the United States were attributed…