Where do food cravings come from – and can we stop them?
Jul 26, 2024
Food cravings stem from the way our brain is wired, an evolutionary holdover that motivates people to eat high-calorie foods. With some effort, they can be overridden.
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Olympic-level wisdom about addressing mental health
Jul 24, 2024
High-profile Olympians like gymnast Simone Biles and swimmer Michael Phelps have brought attention to the topic of mental health, and their lessons could apply to anyone.
Middle-aged adults with blocked leg arteries may face high risk of amputation
Jul 22, 2024
People in their 50s who have emergency surgery to restore blood flow to blocked leg arteries may still face a high risk for amputation, new research out of England suggests.
Shake it or skip it? Here's expert advice on salt.
Jul 17, 2024
While seasoning with salt gives food flavor, too much can lead to high blood pressure and heart disease. Here's expert advice on keeping meals tasty and heart-healthy.
The ripe stuff: Why seasonal eating can be a healthy delight
Jul 12, 2024
Fruits and vegetables are often a great idea, but eating them in season brings particular delights.
Disaster planning for older adults: What to know this hurricane and wildfire season
Jul 10, 2024
Whether evacuating or riding out a natural disaster at home, experts say being prepared is critical to survival, especially for older adults.
What can sharks teach us about our hearts?
Jul 8, 2024
For Shark Week, sink your teeth into these facts about how shark hearts differ from humans' – and the surprising ways we're connected.
What to know about water safety and CPR this summer
Jul 2, 2024
With drowning rates on the rise – especially among young children and Black, American Indian and Alaska Native people – experts offer advice on staying safe around the water. And that includes learning CPR.
As summer heat cranks up, our appetites may cool off
Jun 26, 2024
How much and what we want to eat may change as temperatures rise.
Is andropause the same as 'male menopause,' and should men worry?
Jun 21, 2024
Testosterone levels decline as men age. Here's what experts say about andropause and its health effects.