Ready to 'spring forward'? Ease into the time change with these 9 health tips
Mar 9, 2022
Sleep experts offer advice on adjusting to daylight saving time, which has been linked to serious health issues.
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Break up binge-watching by taking a stand
Mar 7, 2022
Too much sitting and streaming might be bad for your health, research shows. Experts offer tips for hitting the pause button.
Plant-based diet may slow cognitive decline in Black adults as they age
Mar 4, 2022
Eating a heavily plant-based diet may slow the rate of cognitive decline in aging Black adults in the U.S., preliminary research suggests.
These three risk factors may have the biggest impact on dementia cases
Mar 4, 2022
Researchers looked at 12 risk factors for dementia and found three stood out.
A glass or two of wine with meals may lower Type 2 diabetes risk
Mar 3, 2022
Drinking a moderate amount of alcohol, particularly wine, with meals – but not at other times – may lower the risk for Type 2 diabetes, according to preliminary research.
Resistance exercise may improve sleep more than aerobic exercise
Mar 3, 2022
Resistance exercise during three 60-minute sessions each week may improve sleep quality and duration better than aerobic exercise, preliminary research shows.
Donating blood benefits both receiver and giver – and now is a critical time
Feb 23, 2022
The nation's blood supply is in critical need, as aid agencies say the U.S. is facing its worst shortage in 10 years. Donors who help meet the demand for blood can help others – and also may be doing themselves some good.
Research says fad diets don't work. So why are they so popular?
Feb 18, 2022
Despite research that shows they don't help people maintain a healthy weight and aren't good for you, fad diets remain popular. A look into why people love them and what they should know about them.
Does kindness equal happiness and health?
Feb 15, 2022
Random Acts of Kindness Week reminds us of love and happiness – but it can bring health benefits, too.
Want a healthier Valentine's Day? More hugs and kisses
Feb 11, 2022
Social connections, including hugging and kissing, can be good for your health. Valentine's Day can be one of the healthiest holidays of the year, especially if you go easy on the candy.