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Separating fact from fiction. Protein is an essential macronutrient, but not all food sources of protein are created equal, and you may...

Cholesterol is arguably one of the most misunderstood substances. For decades, people avoided healthy yet cholesterol-rich foods such as...

The clock ticks for everyone, and with each tick comes change. For those who manage to avoid major medical problems, the changes are slow...

There's plenty of evidence to suggest that activities like exercise and spending time outside during the day can lift your spirits, and...

The answer depends on many variables, from training methods and calorie intake to the macronutrients provided by the foods you eat. You...

In a new study, participants who consumed sugar substitutes showed an altered microbiome and spikes in blood glucose. Aspartame, and...

A new scientific review describes the therapeutic potential of a supplement called carnosine. This review advocates for more clinical...

New research is adding further weight to the argument that prolonged sitting may be hazardous to your health. An international study...

Researchers believe vitamin D could be key in preventing ovarian cancer, one of the most lethal, as they found it stopped a key...

The latest research on the benefits of magnesium for stress relief. Chronic stress can be worsened by low levels of magnesium. A new form...

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have identified a molecule in the blood that is produced during exercise and can effectively...

Don't waste your money! I have been saying this for years. Drawn to the allure of "wellness", people in the U.S. spent close to $50...

The Environmental Protection Agency is warning that two nonstick and stain-resistant compounds found in drinking water pose health risks...

Everyone eats the equivalent of three extra cheeseburgers a day than they admit -- regardless of their waistline, researchers have...

Many gyms and health clubs seem to be filling up again with people eager to return to their old routines and communities or get in shape...

Even the smallest changes in your routine can have a big impact on your health. Benefits of Drinking Lemon Water 1. It stabilizes your...

Researchers have identified an optimal diet to extend longevity comprising of various aspects of diet, from food composition and caloric...

Exercise better than relying on painkillers to improve quality of life long term, says guidance. NHS guidance says people who are...

You've been working hard to follow a healthy, low-calorie diet and improve your exercise habits. And your rewards have been watching your...

Avocados are also packed with monounsaturated fats which increase fat mobilization and help metabolize calories after eating. A diet rich...