Whole fruits and vegetables can powerfully protect your eyes, heart, and brain—but once they’re peeled, pulverized, and processed, you lose most of the nutrient-rich peels, seeds, and fiber, along with delicate vitamins like C and many B’s.
ED drugs can trigger some odd, short-lived side effects—and in one specific (but common) situation, taking them could turn a simple pill into a dangerous decision.
Not getting enough sleep can throw your hunger hormones out of balance, push you to eat hundreds of extra calories (especially carbs), cut your desire to exercise, and significantly raise your—and your children’s—risk of weight gain and serious diseases like heart disease and diabetes.
You can’t change your genes or your family history—but there’s one surprising, everyday factor that could quietly turn a harmless prostate cancer into its most aggressive form.
Doctors increasingly view erectile dysfunction as a potential early warning sign rather than just a sexual health issue. Research shows persistent erectile dysfunction is often tied to cardiovascular disease, and the two conditions share an array of risk factors.
Carpal tunnel syndrome, caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist, is felt as numbness, tingling, and burning in the fingers, often at night. Early treatment with a wrist splint, ergonomic changes to keep the wrist in a straight position, and exercises can alleviate symptoms.
Prescription drug prices have risen dramatically over the past three decades. People can save money on medications by exploring drug discount programs, buying in bulk, comparing pharmacy prices, checking out direct-to-consumer drug platforms, and comparing store brands.
Gray divorce—which involves couples ages 50 and older ending their marriage—has become more common over the past 30 years. While divorce increases the odds of mental and physical health problems at any age, older adults face heightened health risks during a stage when many people already have chronic conditions.
Many women aren’t aware menopause can fuel oral health symptoms such as tooth decay, gum disease, and bone loss in the jaw. Reduced estrogen diminishes saliva production, which protects teeth and gums by neutralizing acids and bacteria. A variety of tools and techniques can help menopausal women preserve oral health.
The term “longevity” encompasses both living longer and staying in good health. Research consistently indicates that five lifestyle pillars promote longevity: movement, nutrition, sleep, stress reduction, and socialization. But it’s impossible to gauge which pillar counts most toward longevity.