Many people use powders to add protein to their shakes or smoothies. But protein powders are not the only way. There are other ingredients for adding protein that you may already have around your kitchen, or that may be easier to find in a pinch. 6 ways to add protein …
Read More42 percent of the cancer cases in the United States may be preventable, according to a new study and researchers from the American Cancer Society. While some cancers, such as those that are hereditary, are beyond one’s control, researchers who conducted a new study found that nearly half of American …
Read MoreA broad new study of over 3.4 million Swedes found that dog owners have a longer life expectancy and lifespan, as well as, a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. The study was published in Scientific Reports by a team of Swedish researchers. The study looked at people aged 40 to …
Read MoreScientists announced on Thursday that they are getting closer to a blood test that will be able to detect 8 common types of cancers, potentially before symptoms even appear. A report published in the journal Science on Thursday by researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Johns Hopkins …
Read MoreThere is so much confusion in news reports about eggs, some suggesting eggs are healthy and others associating eggs with high cholesterol and heart disease. Here are some myths and concerns about egg consumption and their answers. 1. False: Eating eggs increases cholesterol and heart disease & stroke risk 3 …
Read MoreIt is estimated that 80 percent of adults have a magnesium deficiency, making it one of the leading nutrient deficiencies in adults. Certain foods and beverages can strip your body of its magnesium through excretion such as: Refined sugars and caffeine-containing drinks. Certain medications can also lower your magnesium such …
Read MoreBetween 2015 and 2035, the number of older people who are diagnosed with four more diseases will double, and a third of these people will be diagnosed with dementia, depression, or cognitive impairment, a new study says. The new study conducted by researchers at Newcastle University’s Institute for Ageing was …
Read MoreOne of the oldest varieties of scams in the world is the “miracle cure.” Since the beginning of civilization, people have been looking for quick, easy ways to improve their health. And, invariably, people with ill intent try to defraud sick people by selling them bogus cure-alls and miracle drugs. …
Read MoreTalk of vaccines has become extremely common in recent days as the global vaccination effort is fully underway. However, this huge push for vaccination has also led to a proliferation of scams aimed at defrauding people who are eager to get a vaccine. Remember: official government sites and pharmacies won’t …
Read MoreHealth insurance is a prickly topic. Everyone needs health insurance, whether they’re the picture of health or chronically ill. And, like it or not, health insurance doesn’t come cheap in the US. Many people get insurance provided through their employer. However, some people who are retired or work as independent …
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