5 Targeted Exercises to Stretch and Strengthen Your Hamstrings
Tight hamstrings can hurt your back or cause pathologic movement patterns. These hamstring-focused exercises can help save the day–and your back.
French Fries Versus Baked Potatoes: One Raises Diabetes Risk 20 Percent, the Other Doesn’t
Eating seven or more servings of fries per week may increase diabetes risk by 12 percent.
FDA Issues Notices as 2 Sweeteners Recalled Over Mislabeling
NuNaturals is recalling certain lots of its Organic Pure Stevia and Pure Monk Fruit Sweetener, the FDA says.
Chikungunya in Southern China: What You Need to Know About the 2025 Outbreak
The CDC has issued a Level 2 travel advisory due to rising chikungunya cases in southern China and other regions.
How Your Brain’s Sugar Processing Could Influence Alzheimer’s Disease Risk
A recent study links poor sugar processing in the brain to memory loss–but fasting and certain treatments may offer protection.
Psoriasis: 2nd Most Common Autoimmune Condition—5 Lifestyle Approaches May Help
The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, causing them to build up and form thick, scaly patches.
Multiple Sclerosis: A Debilitating Autoimmune Disease and Its Early Signs
Nearly 1 million people in the United States live with multiple sclerosis (MS). While there’s no cure, treatments and lifestyle changes can ease symptoms.
Prevent Age-Related Muscle Loss With Calf Exercises
Building muscle strength requires appropriate exercise, good digestive health, and a balanced and varied diet.
‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Deaths Spread in 3 States: Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Every year, an average of 150 to 200 cases are reported across the United States, the CDC says.
Most of Americans’ Calories Come From Ultra-Processed Foods: CDC
Young people consumed higher portions of the foods, the public health agency found.
FDA Ends Suspension of Chikungunya Vaccine, Adjusts Label
Regulators in May effectively stopped administration of the vaccine.
Fibromyalgia: A Chronic Condition With Widespread Pain—Natural Ways to Relieve It
Fibromyalgia affects how the body processes pain, leading to a range of symptoms.
Parkinson’s Disease: 2nd Most Common Neurodegenerative Disorder and Its Early Signs
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer’s disease and is characterized by changes in movement and emotion.
Beetroot Juice Reduces Blood Pressure in People Older Than 60
Changes in oral bacteria may help older adults get more heart health benefits from nitrate-rich foods.
