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Think summer sunshine is enough to rebuild your vitamin D stores? New research suggests that for many people the “sunshine vitamin” may stay low all year long. And that could matter more with every passing birthday.

Cholesterol gets most of the attention when it comes to heart risk. But calcium buildup inside the arteries is a dangerous warning sign, and Johns Hopkins researchers found a vitamin few have heard of may help slow it down.

Prediabetes may sound like “not diabetes yet,” but your heart may not see it that way. There’s one blood sugar milestone that could change the story, cutting the risk of heart attack, stroke and other serious cardiovascular trouble nearly in half…

Potatoes have been treated like dietary villains. But one colorful variety may be hiding surprising benefits for blood pressure, gut health and the body’s cancer defenses — thanks to a powerhouse antioxidant compound.

Think walking is enough for heart protection? A cardiologist explains why women who skip strength training may be missing out on an opportunity to lower heart attack risk by almost 45 percent…

Beets can help support healthy circulation, but your body has to activate an important conversion pathway first. And one of the most important steps begins in the last place most people think to look: your mouth. So what’s gum got to do with it?

You don’t need a gym, a trainer or a long workout to make sure your strength is there when you need it most. A simple four minute resistance routine helped older adults make gains in the everyday skills that matter for staying fit and independent.

Deciding to make healthy changes can be daunting, what with so many to choose from and all. If you want to avoid setting yourself up for failure but want to be healthier and happier, get started with this one simple thing…

Ultra-processed foods have long been linked to high blood pressure and heart trouble. New research points to eight stealthy additives that may explain why. And they’re hiding in packaged, shelf-stable and ready-to-eat foods on grocery shelves…

Can 10 minutes of exercise help your body fight cancer? It may not sound like much. But when it comes to teaching your body to become a tougher place for cancer to grow, it’s a very good place to start.

Your brain’s nightly “dishwasher” relies on cerebrospinal fluid to help clear waste. Power it up with a simple body movement that supports the process in a surprising way: a hydraulic-like connection between the abdomen, spine and brain.

Most people expect pain after surgery. But one common vitamin deficiency could make that pain worse — leaving patients in need of more opioid medication to get through recovery. That’s not surprising once you know this vitamin’s pain-relieving links…

Protein after 50 isn’t just about preserving muscle. Leucine, a key amino acid found in protein-rich foods, may also help support the mitochondria that power your cells, making it part of a bigger strategy for cellular energy and healthy aging.

After years of mixed findings, a new meta-analysis may explain why vitamin D helps depression symptoms in some studies but not others: Like with medicine, dosage matters…

Most of us snack. That’s not inherently a problem, it’s actually an opportunity. Done right, you’re giving your body extra chances to take in the nutrients it genuinely needs more of. Here’s how to make the most of it…

Most people think of peppermint as a remedy for digestion. But a new study found the minty herb may also help lower blood pressure, especially when numbers are just starting to creep up. The catch? How you use it matters…

Not all cholesterol is bad. In fact, cholesterol could be all that’s standing between you and age-related hearing loss. Luckily, researchers may have found the secret to maintaining youthful cholesterol levels in your ears to reduce the threat of hearing loss…

Serotonin may be best known as the brain’s “feel-good” chemical. But new research suggests it may also activate a hearing-related brain circuit that can turn up the volume on tinnitus — especially for some people taking medications that boost it…

You may not drink every day, or even every week. Or maybe you do. But there’s the occasional special weekend when you have a few. Is that a problem? If you have certain metabolic risk factors, it could be — especially for your liver.

Summer sun can do a number on your skin. But new research suggests one juicy fruit may help support your skin’s natural defenses from the inside out — by influencing genes tied to the skin barrier and oxidative stress.

Knee pain can make surgery feel like the obvious next step, especially when you’re told something inside your knee is torn. But for many aging knees, the tear may not be the real problem. A 10-year study is raising serious questions about a common meniscus surgery, and what may help instead.

Most women don’t think about heart disease until after menopause. But new research suggests the warning signs may start earlier, providing a window of opportunity to catch rising heart risks before they take hold. Here’s what to watch for…

Congratulations! You worked hard, pushed through the struggle and reached your goal weight. Now comes the challenge of keeping it off. Good news: Research suggests fewer daily steps than previously thought may help prevent those pounds from creeping back.

A mix of two supplements, already notable for health benefits, may help make glioblastoma less aggressive. Research points to a hopeful possibility: treating cancer by nudging tumors toward healing, rather than simply trying to destroy them.

An enlarged prostate and urinary symptoms are usually blamed on age. But high insulin may act like a growth-and-stress signal in the body — and the prostate appears to be one of the organs listening. That signals problems beyond plumbing…

PCOS is now PMOS. But it’s more than just a name change. Experts say it could help doctors and women better recognize the hormone and metabolic roots of this often-misunderstood condition — and support more targeted care…

Wellness routines meant to ease stress can feel like just one more thing to do. They take time. They ask you to slow down, breathe deeply and quiet a mind that doesn’t always cooperate. But what if feeling calmer could be as simple as listening for just one minute?

The humble egg has had a complicated reputation. But this breakfast staple may offer a brain benefit worth cracking into: It could serve up a recipe for lowering risk for Alzheimer’s…

Have you ever wondered why salt can worsen high blood pressure? Or why young people are less sensitive to salt’s effect on blood pressure? It comes down to slowed production of an anti-aging factor known as the Klotho protein…

Chemotherapy is a standard tool used against breast cancer, but researchers are always looking for ways to help it work better. A small clinical trial points to an inexpensive vitamin that may help more women see a more “complete” response…