Limit low-calorie sodas and drinks, and stick to water instead, researchers advise
Jul 30, 2018
People are drinking fewer diet drinks these days, and a new science advisory Monday urges people to replace sugary and low-calorie drinks with water.
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The health benefits of soccer aren't just for elite players facing off in the World Cup
Jul 6, 2018
During the World Cup, soccer enthusiasts wear their fanaticism on their sleeves, with good reason: Soccer is fun and good for you.
Chemicals used to flavor tobacco may damage blood vessels
Jun 14, 2018
Chemicals used in popular flavorings like clove, mint and vanilla that are added to cigarettes, e-liquids and other tobacco products can harm blood vessel cells that help keep the heart healthy, a new study shows.
Smoke-free laws lead to lower heart disease risk among young adults
May 7, 2018
Policies that prohibit smoking in workplaces and other public areas appeared to significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular disease among young adults, according to a new study.
How much does your doctor actually know about nutrition?
May 3, 2018
Inadequate instruction during medical school, residency and other training has led to doctors being ill-prepared to advise patients about healthy meal preparation and nutrition, according to a new science advisory that looks at gaps in nutrition education.
Americans could live up to 14 years longer by doing five things
Apr 30, 2018
Americans don’t live as long as people in most other high-income countries, but modest lifestyle changes could increase their lifespan by as much as 14 years, according to a new study.
As brain problems increase, experts offer advice to keep yours healthy
Sep 7, 2017
While statistics show increasing risk for dementia and mental decline, some relatively simple actions may actually keep your brain healthy.
Advisory: Replacing saturated fat with healthier fat could lower cardiovascular risks
Jun 15, 2017
Replacing saturated fat with healthier fat in the diet lowers cardiovascular disease risk as much as cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, according to an ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ advisory issued Thursday.
Statins lower heart attack, stroke risk in people at average risk
May 12, 2017
Millions more people worldwide may benefit from cholesterol-lowering statins after a global study showed the drugs help reduce heart attacks and strokes in people at moderate risk.
Fish oil supplements provide some benefit after heart attack, heart failure
Mar 13, 2017
Omega-3 fish oil supplements may slightly lower the risk of dying after heart failure or a recent heart attack, but they don’t prevent heart disease, says an advisory issued Monday by the ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ.