What daylight-saving time does to your body and brain
Daylight-saving time may seem like a harmless shift. But doctors say it has deadly consequences, increasing risks of heart attacks, and car accidents.
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Wildfire smoke can cause chronic inflammation. Here are 6 ways to protect yourself.
Wildfire smoke is made up of tiny particles that can enter our airways, causing health effects like heart and lung inflammation.
Jamie Foxx had a stroke at 55. A doctor shares 3 ways to help prevent them, as cases rise in younger people.
In Netflix's "What Had Happened Was," Jamie Foxx confirms what caused last year's medical scare. People under 65 are increasingly experiencing the condition.
How ultra-processed bread took over America
Bread has been a food staple across cultures for millenia. But today, most store-bought loaves contain way more than just flour, water, and yeast.
Sleep in this weekend — it may help you live longer and avoid heart disease
It's healthy to sleep in on the weekends to catch up, science shows. Good sleep is key for fitness, longevity, and even weight loss.
A man rapidly lost weight on a popular weight-loss drug. After 6 months, he was hospitalized with heart problems and confusion.
A man lost more than 80 pounds in six months on popular weight drug tirzepatide. He hadn't adjusted his other medications, causing a dangerous side effect.
North Korea is looking for medicine overseas to treat Kim Jong Un's obesity, spy agency says
North Korean officials are searching overseas for medicine to treat Kim Jong Un's obesity-related health issues, a South Korean spy agency said.
Cut back on processed foods with these 2 heart-healthy snacks, according to a cardiologist
Common snack foods are full of additives that can raise your risk of heart disease. Try healthier snack alternatives like fruit and nuts instead.
Americans are just about failing when it comes to nutrition, says a food-as-medicine researcher. A few simple diet tweaks could help.
The American diet hasn't changed much since 1999, a new study found. To prevent disease, Americans should focus on produce intake.
A cardiologist shares one simple change you can make to your diet to protect your heart health
Your eating habits make a big difference to your risk of having a heart attack or stroke, a cardiologist says. Protect your heart with small changes.
Low testosterone levels linked to higher risk of dying early, new research suggests
Low testosterone can cause symptoms such as brain fog and fatigue, but new research suggests it's linked to a higher risk of dying early, too.
An 82-year-old woman who runs half-marathons shares 3 simple habits that transformed her heart health
At 82, Wilma King has been completing 13 mile races for over a decade. She said simple daily habits keep her healthy and sharp.
A controversial study says intermittent fasting may shorten your lifespan. It shows how little we really know about the long-term effects.
New research suggests intermittent fasting is linked to a higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and lower muscle mass, but experts are skeptical.
A cardiologist explains 1 thing you can do to test your heart health — and simple exercises to improve it
A simple exercise can reveal your heart health, and there are easy ways to improve it, a cardiologist said.
Your resting heart rate is a key sign of fitness and longevity. Improve it with 2 types of workouts.
Your resting heart rate can affect your health, fitness, disease risk, and longevity. It can change based on your lifestyle. Simple workouts can help.
Should we end daylight-saving time?
Moving clocks forward by an hour might seem harmless. But many are calling for an end to daylight-saving time because it could harm our health.
Your VO2 max is like a '401(k) for longevity' — here's how to invest in it for better heart health and a longer life
VO2 max is a marker of endurance, usually measured with a stress test; the higher it is, the better. A diverse training regimen will help increase it.
3 surprising heart-healthy foods according to a cardiologist dietitian, including vegetable oil
A heart-healthy diet that prevents cardiovascular disease can be cheap and feature foods already in your cupboards, a cardiologist dietitian said.
Tai chi can help lower your blood pressure even more than intense cardio, new research suggests
Doing tai chi, a form of gentle, low-impact exercise, can lower stress and reduce blood pressure more effectively than a treadmill or bike, scientists say.
The surprising effects loneliness has on your brain and body
Loneliness can cause serious health issues if not addressed. Business Insider's Mia de Graaf breaks down what happens to your body when you're lonely.