Blood pressure drug boosts blood flow to key brain area in Alzheimer's study
Jun 17, 2019
An Alzheimer's disease study found a blood pressure drug increased blood flow to a key brain area, but the cognitive benefits aren't clear.
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Cool off with this quick, nutritious summer smoothie
Jun 12, 2019
Who needs ice cream this summer? A nutritional blended drink like the bluey smoothie can be the ultimate treat to beat the heat.
3 simple steps could save 94 million lives
Jun 10, 2019
A global effort to control blood pressure, cut sodium and eliminate trans fat could have a dramatic effect on cardiovascular disease, researchers say.
Doctor gave up journalism to become public health leader
Jun 4, 2019
Before Dr. Sonia Angell became a public health leader, she wanted to be a journalist. But she ultimately decided to put down her notebook and roll up her sleeves in the community.
U.S. food system needs fresh ideas on healthy eating, experts say
Apr 29, 2019
A science advisory from the ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ wants nutritious choices to be the default – and offers approaches that could help.
Staying active is 'the best medicine'
Apr 25, 2019
All forms of physical activity, at most any age, can yield lifelong benefits.
Is yoga heart-healthy? It's no stretch to see benefits, science suggests
Apr 12, 2019
As more Americans practice yoga, there's some evidence the mind-body practice may be good for heart health.
One foot in front of another: East Texas doc gets her community moving
Apr 1, 2019
National Walking Day is a great time to find – or start – your own local walking program.
What kind of diet helps heart health?
Mar 25, 2019
New recommendations to help prevent heart disease and stroke emphasize more fruits, veggies, nuts, legumes and whole grains – and less refined carbs and sweetened beverages.
Time-restricted eating is growing in popularity, but is it healthy?
Mar 22, 2019
Is when you eat just as important as what you eat? That's what proponents of intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating say.