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Nutrition / Diet |
Can you take too much magnesium? Magnesium is essential for health, but taking too much can cause problems, including digestive issues, lethargy, and an irregular heartbeat. In rare cases, an overdose can be fatal. Learn more here. |
Keto diet may protect against cognitive decline Our diets can influence the state of our health. Research in mice now suggests that one regimen — the ketogenic diet — may even prevent cognitive decline. |
Could omega-3 supplements help reduce anxiety? The first literature review and meta-analysis to investigate omega-3 supplements and anxiety concludes that they could benefit some people. |
Intermittent fasting may help fight type 2 diabetes A recently published small-scale study investigates whether intermittent fasting might be a useful intervention for individuals with type 2 diabetes. |
How to increase your metabolism Many factors influence the speed of a person's metabolism, including their muscle mass, activity level, and genetics. There are several ways to boost metabolism, including eating at regular times, trying high-intensity interval training, and reducing stress. Here, learn about these and other strategies. |
How do dairy fats influence the risk of type 2 diabetes? Do high levels of dairy fats increase or lower the risk of type 2 diabetes? A new pooled analysis of 16 international studies aims to provide an answer. |
What are the most healthful vegetables you can eat? All vegetables provide key vitamins, minerals, and fiber, but some have even more health benefits than others. Learn about 15 of the most healthful vegetables here. |
Seed oils are better for cholesterol than olive oil A network meta-analysis of 55 studies suggests that safflower, rape, sunflower, and other seed oils are the best vegetable oils for improving cholesterol. |
Probiotic foods: What to know Probiotics foods contain live, healthful bacteria that may help promote better gut health. In this article, we list the best probiotic foods and ways to incorporate them into the diet. |
Can eating too much fruit cause type 2 diabetes? Risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes include being overweight and having high blood sugar levels. Although fruit does contain sugar, eating it as part of a balanced and healthful diet is unlikely to cause diabetes. Learn more here. |
Breast cancer: Omega-3-rich diet may stop tumors from spreading A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids may halt the growth of cancer cells by strengthening the immune system and curbing inflammation. |
Sports Medicine / Fitness |
How endurance exercise affects your gut bacteria A new study details the beneficial effects of a 6-week endurance exercise program on the gut bacterial composition of women who were overweight. |
Sitting, standing, walking: How do they affect your memory? How does moderate exercise compare with sitting and standing when it comes to its impact on working memory? A new study dives into this question. |
Causes and home remedies for toe cramps Toe cramps can have a variety of causes, including poor-fitting shoes, nerve damage, and arthritis. Learn more about the causes of toe cramps and how to treat them here. |
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