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Antioxidants: How They Protect and Enhance Your Health

Antioxidants are essential for protecting health by neutralizing free radicals and preventing cellular damage.

They're Lying About Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Ultraprocessed foods' dominance in the American diet contributes significantly to chronic health issues and the acceptance of disease as normal.

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times who covers health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

What's the Most Refreshing Drink That's Not Water?

Staying hydrated is crucial for overall body function and can impact cognitive abilities and physical performance. Even slight dehydration can have negative effects.

Antioxidants: How They Protect and Enhance Your Health

Antioxidants are essential for protecting health by neutralizing free radicals and preventing cellular damage.

They're Lying About Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Ultraprocessed foods' dominance in the American diet contributes significantly to chronic health issues and the acceptance of disease as normal.

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times who covers health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

What's the Most Refreshing Drink That's Not Water?

Staying hydrated is crucial for overall body function and can impact cognitive abilities and physical performance. Even slight dehydration can have negative effects.
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RFK Jr. Wants to Reshape US Health Policy. Good Luck With That

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. aims to influence US health policy significantly under a Trump administration, yet achieving this may encounter substantial challenges.

Fox Guest Wildly Claims RFK Jr. Is Not a Controversial Figure,' Hails HHS Nominee

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination prompts discussions about root causes of health issues, with some praising his approach despite his controversial views.

RFK Jr. Wants to Reshape US Health Policy. Good Luck With That

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. aims to influence US health policy significantly under a Trump administration, yet achieving this may encounter substantial challenges.

Fox Guest Wildly Claims RFK Jr. Is Not a Controversial Figure,' Hails HHS Nominee

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination prompts discussions about root causes of health issues, with some praising his approach despite his controversial views.
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#public-health

Long-running Nurses' Health Study at risk of shutting down

The Nurses' Health Study, significant for public health research, may end without further funding, risking vital health insights accumulated over decades.

The Guardian view on a global health crisis: living longer may not mean living healthier | Editorial

The ongoing health crisis is dominated by chronic diseases, especially in poorer countries, influenced by corporate practices and negligent public health policies.

The surprising cause of most global deaths, and how we can stop it

Neglected Enormous Disease: Cardiovascular disease is a significant global health issue affecting over a billion people, with lifestyle factors contributing heavily to its prevalence.

To improve mental health, focus on population health, prevention

Mental health problems affect one in three people and are closely linked to chronic diseases and overall life success.

Ultra-processed foods: Five policy ideas that could protect health

Ultra-processed foods are a major contributor to chronic diseases and declining lifespan in the U.S., necessitating urgent policy recommendations.

What is "Make America Healthy Again"? What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.'s wide-ranging platform

Kennedy aims to combat chronic diseases by attributing them to corporate actions and is focused on implementing transformative health policies.

Long-running Nurses' Health Study at risk of shutting down

The Nurses' Health Study, significant for public health research, may end without further funding, risking vital health insights accumulated over decades.

The Guardian view on a global health crisis: living longer may not mean living healthier | Editorial

The ongoing health crisis is dominated by chronic diseases, especially in poorer countries, influenced by corporate practices and negligent public health policies.

The surprising cause of most global deaths, and how we can stop it

Neglected Enormous Disease: Cardiovascular disease is a significant global health issue affecting over a billion people, with lifestyle factors contributing heavily to its prevalence.

To improve mental health, focus on population health, prevention

Mental health problems affect one in three people and are closely linked to chronic diseases and overall life success.

Ultra-processed foods: Five policy ideas that could protect health

Ultra-processed foods are a major contributor to chronic diseases and declining lifespan in the U.S., necessitating urgent policy recommendations.

What is "Make America Healthy Again"? What to know about Trump and RFK Jr.'s wide-ranging platform

Kennedy aims to combat chronic diseases by attributing them to corporate actions and is focused on implementing transformative health policies.
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Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here's why there's so little progress

Many patients in South Carolina face severe health disparities due to a lack of access to affordable healthcare, exacerbated by the refusal to expand Medicaid.

Black Americans continue suffering with worse health-here's why little progress has been made

The Corridor of Shame faces chronic health issues and inadequate access to medical care, exacerbated by lack of Medicaid expansion in South Carolina.

Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here's why there's so little progress

Many patients in South Carolina face severe health disparities due to a lack of access to affordable healthcare, exacerbated by the refusal to expand Medicaid.

Black Americans continue suffering with worse health-here's why little progress has been made

The Corridor of Shame faces chronic health issues and inadequate access to medical care, exacerbated by lack of Medicaid expansion in South Carolina.
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Ultra-processed foods need tobacco-style warnings, says scientist

Ultra-processed foods pose significant health risks and are displacing healthier diets globally, driving the obesity and chronic disease pandemic.

What's your biological age? Scientists develop online test

Biological age can be determined through an online calculator assessing cell age, with discrepancies impacting disease risks and overall health.

Cutting Sugar In First 1,000 Days Of Life Reduces Late-Adulthood Disease Risk

A low-sugar diet in early life can significantly reduce chronic disease risks in adulthood.

Ultra-processed foods need tobacco-style warnings, says scientist

Ultra-processed foods pose significant health risks and are displacing healthier diets globally, driving the obesity and chronic disease pandemic.

What's your biological age? Scientists develop online test

Biological age can be determined through an online calculator assessing cell age, with discrepancies impacting disease risks and overall health.

Cutting Sugar In First 1,000 Days Of Life Reduces Late-Adulthood Disease Risk

A low-sugar diet in early life can significantly reduce chronic disease risks in adulthood.
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#nutrition

Time for a noodle tax?: Doctor who sounded alarm on ultra-processed food urges tougher action

Immediate government action is essential to combat the rising health issues associated with ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and prevent future chronic disease crises.

Measuring the health value of carbohydrates

The glycemic index is essential for justifying plant-based diets and assessing food health value.

Kamala Harris should launch a national campaign to end the US diabetes epidemic | Neil Barsky

Kamala Harris does not want to take red meat away but aims to address sugars and drug prices in healthcare reform.

Time for a noodle tax?: Doctor who sounded alarm on ultra-processed food urges tougher action

Immediate government action is essential to combat the rising health issues associated with ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and prevent future chronic disease crises.

Measuring the health value of carbohydrates

The glycemic index is essential for justifying plant-based diets and assessing food health value.

Kamala Harris should launch a national campaign to end the US diabetes epidemic | Neil Barsky

Kamala Harris does not want to take red meat away but aims to address sugars and drug prices in healthcare reform.
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Plastic Food Container Safety

The increasing health risks associated with plasticizers and other chemicals in food containers pose significant public health concerns.

I tried the 299 full-body scan that checks health risks in minutes

Neko Body Scan seeks to revolutionize preventive healthcare by offering comprehensive health assessments without the need for traditional medical interventions.
#epidemiology

The unknowns surrounding the mysterious rise of cancer in young adults

The rise of cancer in young adults is alarming, with nearly 80% increase in tumors under 50 years in the last 30 years.

Why a New Study Dubbed India the Cancer Capital of the World'

India is facing a rise in chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, and hypertension at critical levels.
The cancer rate in India is expected to surpass global averages, with more women diagnosed than men.

The unknowns surrounding the mysterious rise of cancer in young adults

The rise of cancer in young adults is alarming, with nearly 80% increase in tumors under 50 years in the last 30 years.

Why a New Study Dubbed India the Cancer Capital of the World'

India is facing a rise in chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, and hypertension at critical levels.
The cancer rate in India is expected to surpass global averages, with more women diagnosed than men.
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#ozempic

From dementia to heart disease: could weight-loss jabs transform chronic conditions? podcast

Drugs originally developed for diabetes show potential for weight loss and health benefits for chronic diseases related to aging.

Opinion | Inflammation May Be the Root of Our Maladies

The emerging understanding of GLP-1 receptor agonists indicates their benefits extend beyond weight loss and diabetes to include reducing inflammation and improving overall health.

From dementia to heart disease: could weight-loss jabs transform chronic conditions? podcast

Drugs originally developed for diabetes show potential for weight loss and health benefits for chronic diseases related to aging.

Opinion | Inflammation May Be the Root of Our Maladies

The emerging understanding of GLP-1 receptor agonists indicates their benefits extend beyond weight loss and diabetes to include reducing inflammation and improving overall health.
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Premium Content: What links aging and disease? A growing body of research says it's a faulty metabolism

Aging is an inevitable biological process linked to cellular and metabolic disruptions that contribute to diseases.

Swipe up! Health apps deliver real results en masse

Health and fitness apps have significant positive impacts on physical activity, diet, sleep, and overall health according to research.

Why preventing long-term sickness in the UK is an economic necessity

Investing in health prevention can have a significant impact on the economy by reducing long-term sickness and healthcare costs.

Why an 'AI health coach' won't solve the world's chronic disease problems

AI collaborating with wellness to create personalized health coach app by Thrive AI Health to address chronic diseases and improve health behaviors.

Aspartame & Cancer Stem Cells: How This "Sweet Treat" May Drive Aggressive Tumor Growth

Aspartame may promote cancer growth by increasing cancer stem cell populations, contributing to treatment-resistant aggressive cancers.
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The Western Diet: A Silent Pandemic Ravaging American Health

The Western diet's impact on chronic diseases can be as harmful as viral outbreaks.

Are Ultra-Processed Foods Really all that Unhealthy?

Ultra-processed foods are the main issue in modern diets, leading to various chronic diseases.

The Western Diet: A Silent Pandemic Ravaging American Health

The Western diet's impact on chronic diseases can be as harmful as viral outbreaks.

Are Ultra-Processed Foods Really all that Unhealthy?

Ultra-processed foods are the main issue in modern diets, leading to various chronic diseases.
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How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times covering health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

NYC Health + Hospitals expands lifestyle medicine program to Brooklyn

NYC Health + Hospitals has expanded its lifestyle medicine program for healthy eating to Brooklyn, aiming to help patients with chronic diseases through a plant-based diet and other interventions.
Nearly 50 eligible patients at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull in Central Brooklyn will be able to enroll each month in the program.
The program will be able to accommodate nearly 4,000 patients per year once all six new sites are operational.

Changing Your Diet and Lifestyle May Slow Down Alzheimer's

Lifestyle changes can slow Alzheimer's progression as effectively as new drug treatments.

The Western Diet: A Silent Pandemic Ravaging American Health

The Western diet, high in ultra-processed foods, contributes significantly to the epidemic of diet-related chronic diseases in the United States.

9 Healthy-Seeming Foods And Drinks Scientifically Linked To A Shorter Lifespan

Healthy diet and lifestyle habits can prevent 80% of chronic diseases and premature death.

When the Doctor Says Your Disease is Just Stress

Stress can exacerbate symptoms of chronic diseases, causing overlap and confusion for diagnosis and treatment.

Macro study shows that a healthy lifestyle can compensate for genetics

A healthy lifestyle can significantly extend the life of individuals genetically predisposed to a shorter lifespan.

Doctors Test the Limits of What Obesity Drugs Can Fix

New obesity drugs like Wegovy can positively impact other health conditions like arthritis and high blood pressure.

Doctors say loneliness and social isolation should be discussed in health visits

Primary care doctors should inquire about loneliness and social isolation as it significantly impacts health outcomes.

Lower Testosterone Levels Could Lead to a Higher Mortality Risk

Men with low testosterone levels, especially older individuals, have a higher risk of mortality and cardiovascular issues, impacting overall health.
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