Category: Health News

Share on PinterestResearch shows that certain foods can affect your mood in different ways, including making you happier. Image Credit: Ani Dimi/Stocksy Research shows that certain foods can affect your mood in different ways. A recent study notes that a diet that is high in ultra-processed foods and refined carbohydrates can increase a person’s risk […]

Share on PinterestYoung adults with a higher risk of metabolic syndrome may benefit from eating nuts, researchers say. fcafotodigital/Getty Images A new study suggests that swapping high carb snacks for nuts can help curb sweet cravings. Participants at risk for metabolic syndrome who made the switch also tended to increase their protein intake. Nuts are […]

From multivitamins to crafting with friends, the ‘Strangers With Candy’ star shares her recipe for staying mentally sharp and young at heart. Share on PinterestActor and comedian Amy Sedaris shares her approach to healthy aging and cognitive well-being. Image credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/Getty Images The macabre humor of Amy Sedaris may not be for the faint of […]

Share on PinterestA heart-healthy lifestyle can help promote longevity following cancer treatment. Tatiana Maksimova/Getty Images Researchers say that people who have undergone cancer treatment can decrease their mortality risk by adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle. They suggest following the guidelines listed in the American Heart Association’s Life’s Simple 7 plan. Experts say heart health is particularly […]

Share on PinterestAddyi, sometimes referred to as “female Viagra,” is now approved for use to treat low sex drive in postmenopausal women. MoMo Productions/Getty Images The FDA expanded its approval of Addyi, a pill to treat low libido in women, to include postmenopausal women up to age 65. The approval will open up new treatment […]

Share on PinterestDoctors have raised concerns that delaying the hepatitis B shot for newborns will likely increase the risks of chronic conditions for children. San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers/Getty Images The CDC has officially ended its recommendation for the hepatitis B shot for newborns. The decision upends more than three decades of vaccination policy in the […]

Share on PinterestAn FDA panel has called for an easing of restrictions on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Image Credit: Malorny/Getty Images A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expert panel is urging loosened restrictions and expanded access to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). The recommendations follow new large clinical trials suggesting TRT does not raise heart attack, […]

Share on PinterestResearch suggests that there’s a lack of evidence for some of the common uses of medical cannabis. Image Credit: JENS SCHLUETER/Getty Images A recent review found that many of the common uses of medical cannabis are not scientifically based. There may be anecdotal evidence to support various uses. However, clinical evidence is lacking […]

Share on PinterestCannabis derivatives may lead to new treatments for ovarian cancer. Image Credit: Bloomberg Creative Photos/Getty Images Early lab research shows that two cannabis compounds, THC and CBD, have potent anti-ovarian cancer properties. The study found that CBD and THC work synergistically, reducing cancer cell growth, spread, and survival in multiple ways. The findings […]

Share on PinterestMany popular holiday beverages are high in sugar and may damage bone health. Image Credit: Tamara Evsiukova/Stocksy Many popular holiday drinks, such as hot chocolate, are high in sugar. Sugar can affect bone health by causing increased calcium loss. Having strong bones is important in preventing osteoporosis and fractures. Dietitians recommend limiting your […]