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The latest research on how a sedentary lifestyle raises your risk of cancer - and early death. The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in...

As bone decays, harmful inflammatory proteins are released along with growth factors that facilitate malignant cell propagation and...

Resolution of inflammatory damage can return tissues to more youthful function. Researchers have identified natural pro-resolving...

The American Cancer Society has updated its diet and physical activity recommendations to help prevent cancer — and the new guidelines...

Even slightly elevated blood glucose or hemoglobin A1c damages the heart, brain and kidneys, while increasing the risk of stroke, cancer,...

New research confirms that vitamin K can slash the risk of arterial calcification, coronary heart disease, cancer, type II diabetes, and...

Here is a nutrition guide for rapid summer weight loss! BASIC FOOD OUTLINE PROTEIN: one 6-oz. serving of meat (chicken, turkey or fish)...

Fishing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and still maintain social distance. Seafood is the primary dietary source of healthy...

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that everyone wear a mask (or cloth face covering) when in public. According to the...

Research suggests that moderate intensity exercise improves immune function and can play a vital role in reducing the risk (and severity)...

For the vast majority of people, the benefits of physical exercise outweigh the risks. However, if your "trainer" is unqualified you...

Your gym is teeming with invisible members...Germs! Studies have found that the surfaces of treadmills, weight machines and other typical...

There are two major types of arthritis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as an associated condition known as...

Influenza “the flu” and the Coronavirus “COVID-19”, are both infectious respiratory illnesses. One way to prevent any type of viral...

Eating a Mediterranean diet boosts the types of gut bacteria linked to 'healthy' aging, while reducing those associated with harmful...

PRESS RELEASE: 2/24/20 Although Northeast Ohio may not be part of the “blue zone” that was identified by demographers of areas were...

I have always been a creature of habit. I believe that developing a daily routine can help us feel more in control of our lives, and...

A vegan "plant-based" diet has a ton of benefits! But it can be difficult to navigate so that you meet your nutritional requirements....

Over 50% of American adults (myself included) take some type of vitamin each day. I have personally taken a multivitamin since I was a...

It's Valentine's day and that means flowers will be flying off the shelves. Flowers are often reserved for special occasions. But what if...