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Mind your mouth: How to prevent gum disease

If you have it, you’re not alone. Many adults nationwide have some form of gum disease. It can simply cause swollen gums or give you bad...

Tick tock: Your body clocks

Did you know that your body has its own internal network of clocks? These biological clocks help you feel alert during the day, hungry...

A high-fiber diet may help you live longer, study finds

Scientists found that eating a high-fiber diet is linked to lower risks of early death and chronic diseases. Carbohydrates are found in a wide array...

Healthy lifestyle can successfully manage type 2 diabetes

The prevalence of diabetes is growing worldwide. The primary symptom of diabetes mellitus is elevated blood sugar. This is usually treated with lifestyle intervention and...

Can you really die instantly from a single bee sting, as in ‘Bridgerton’?

Fans of the fictional romance series “Bridgerton” were in for a tragedy at the beginning of Season 2. (Warning: This post contains spoilers.) The Emmy-nominated...

Low-gluten, high-fiber diet may help you lose weight

Scientists from the University of Copenhagen found that eating a low-gluten, high-fiber diet changes bacteria in the gut, decreases gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating...

Alcohol and the brain: An overview

Alcohol interferes with the brain’s communication pathways and can affect the way the brain looks and works. Alcohol makes it harder for the brain areas...

Type 2 diabetes remission is possible for these people

Scientists found that remission from type 2 diabetes is possible for people with lower BMIs. They found that remission of type 2 diabetes is possible...

How sleep deprivation affects your health

Sleep deprivation is a condition that occurs if you don't get enough sleep. Sleep deficiency is a broader concept. It occurs if you have...

How to treat metabolic syndrome effectively

Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that together raise your risk of coronary heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other serious health problems. Metabolic...