Before the onset of cardiovascular disease symptoms, people often develop dyslipidemia, or abnormal levels of lipids in the blood. Recent studies suggest that microbes in the gut play an important role in how the body produces, regulates, and…
Category: 8. Health
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Gut microbiome connected with heart disease precursor
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Addressing chronic hearing loss
Even though chronic hearing loss is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions for people 65 and older, less than 20% seek help for it, says Michael Hefferly, Ph.D., an audiologist at Rush. One reason: lack of awareness. “There’s a…
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Expert explains why short bursts of movement can boost your health
As busy schedules and sedentary jobs compete for our time, many people are asking: What’s the least amount of movement I need to still see benefits? According to Stella Volpe, head of Virginia Tech’s Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and…
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WNBAs Erica Wheeler Lost Mom To Cervical Cancer, Urges More Screening
Seattle Storm point guard Erica Wheeler talks about losing her mother to cervical cancer and how she is advocating for more women to get screened.
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Why supporting a shelter for women is now ‘kind of radioactive’ : NPR
There’s one voice Lisseth can’t get out of her head — the pleas of a 22-year-old woman.
In June 2025, the woman had left a physically abusive partner to…
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How AI could speed treatment for patients with this deadly cancer
Acute myeloid leukemia, or AML, is a rare and aggressive cancer that can affect people of all ages. Kiran Vanaja, an assistant research professor in bioengineering at Northeastern University, says that AML also has a high recurrence rate and no…
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Joint-Friendly Workouts and Bone-Strengthening Exercises for a Faster Metabolism
As people enter their 40s, the body begins to experience natural changes, muscle mass declines, metabolism slows, and bones lose density. This makes strength training over 40 an essential part of maintaining health, function, and…
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Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Ways to Relieve Stomach Discomfort
Bloating affects an estimated 10–25% of otherwise healthy adults on a regular basis, with stomach bloating often signaling trapped gas, fluid retention, or disrupted gut motility. Bloating causes vary widely, from common food…
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What Really Works According to Evidence-Based Nutrition (and What’s Just Marketing Hype)
In a world filled with wellness trends and social media “superfoods,” it’s easy to believe that certain products can give your body an instant shield against illness.
Many brands use terms like immune-boosting foods or super…
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Sleep Wind-Down Habits to Balance Your Brain, Gut, and Hormones Naturally
Creating a healthy evening routine is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to prepare the body and mind for restful sleep. Modern lifestyles often expose people to stress, digital distractions, and irregular eating patterns…
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