Yogurt May Lower Colon Cancer Risk
Yogurt, a food loaded with live bacteria thought to contribute to a healthy gut microbiome, may also help protect against a particularly aggressive type of colorectal cancer, according to a recent study.New research published this week found that regularly eating at least two servings of yogurt per week was tied to lower rates of proximal colorectal cancer (developing in...
Best and Worst Milks to Drink for Your Cholesterol Levels
Amy Kraft is an award-winning journalist who covers gastrointestinal health, heart health, concussions, meditation, and substance abuse. Prior to Everyday Health, she was on the health and science desk at CBSNews.com where she reported on topics such as the link between an algae bloom toxin and Alzheimer's disease, and how to boost a baby's "good bacteria" after a c-section...
15 Egg Substitutes and How They Compare to the Real Thing
1. Commercial Egg WhitesWhile not a solution for egg allergies, as most people are allergic to the whites and not egg yolks, commercial egg whites such as Egg Beaters may be a good substitute if you can eat eggs and you’re following a low-fat diet. These may be cooked the same way as whole eggs, and you pour them right...
8 Ways to Increase HDL Cholesterol
There are two main types of cholesterol in the body: high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. HDL is often called the “good” cholesterol because it helps move LDL (or “bad” cholesterol) away from the arteries — where it can build up and cause a heart attack or stroke — and to the liver, where it gets...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services — Now What?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a leading voice of the Make American Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, was confirmed today by the Senate to serve as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under the second Trump administration.As HHS secretary, the nation’s top health job, Kennedy will have the ability to steer the direction of medical research for...
Key Diet Tips for Managing Polycythemia Vera
The ongoing treatments for polycythemia vera (PV) can sometimes interfere with appetite. But if you’re getting regular blood withdrawals or undergoing chemotherapy, there’s no understating the importance of eating a healthy diet.In particular, “Eating a well-balanced, Mediterranean-based diet” can help minimize some of the complications from PV, says Stacy Morig, RD, an oncology dietitian with Dartmouth Cancer Center in...
4 Ways Polycythemia Vera Can Affect Your Quality of Life — and What You Can Do About It
Just like any chronic health condition, polycythemia vera (PV) can have a negative impact on your everyday life. Research has shown that PV is associated with a lower quality of life in measures, including health, cognitive, emotional, and physical functioning.Symptoms such as fatigue, itchy skin, and mental health issues can make it difficult to function, but they can be...
Diabetes and Sweating
Diabetes-related excess sweating can also be managed or prevented with good diabetes management.Monitor Your Glucose Levels“The most important way to help reduce nerve damage that’s causing the excessive sweating is to understand your glucose levels, especially if they are staying above your personalized target range or goal,” says Shetal Desai Rautela, RDN, CDCES, a diabetes coach in private practice.If...
Can Tea Boost Your Immune System? 5 Teas Linked to Stronger Immunity
The bulk of tea’s immunity-boosting and overall health benefits are tied to a group of antioxidants known as polyphenols. “A significant amount of epidemiological data has shown that a diet rich in polyphenols is protective against chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes,” says Megan Meyer, PhD, the Durham, North Carolina–based senior director of science...
Unplanned Weight Loss May Signal Later Dementia Risk
“While intentional weight loss can be beneficial for health, unintentional weight loss, especially in older adults, may reflect underlying neurodegeneration or other health conditions,” says lead study author Zimu Wu, PhD, a research fellow at Monash University in Australia.Brain changes that start years before dementia symptoms appear may affect metabolism, appetite, mobility, and daily function, Dr. Wu says. All...
