Add 7 years to your life with these healthy habits
People who don’t smoke, maintain a healthy weight, and drink alcohol in moderation can expect to live seven years longer than the general population, indicates a new study….
Regular sexual intimacy associated with longer telomeres
Scientists have long known that telomeres play a crucial role in health and aging. Telomeres are protective caps on the end of chromosomes that help protect against DNA…
Your genes may require you to exercise more often
How often should you exercise? While most health and fitness experts recommend three to four times per week, the ideal workout frequency will vary for everyone depending on…
Take these steps to prevent cancer as you age
Nearly 40 percent of people in the US will be diagnosed with some form of cancer during their lives. Although the disease can occur at any age, advancing…
How vitamin B12 helps protect your brain
As we grow older, it’s normal to start experiencing symptoms of mild cognitive impairment, such as occasional memory loss. Certain brain changes are a normal part of the…
How to do time-restricted fasting
It’s probably safe to say that what you eat is the most important factor in your diet. We all know that fruits and vegetables are good for us,…
How exercise improves insulin sensitivity
The way your body responds to insulin has an enormous impact on your overall health. Insulin helps your body control how it uses glucose, or blood sugar. Increased…
Common health problems that may be related to vitamin deficiencies
Even in the presence of a healthy diet, nutritional deficiencies are common, especially if you tend to avoid certain food groups — such as seafood — or if…
The health benefits of olives
Olive oil is often recommended as a source of healthy unsaturated fat, but finding pure, unadulterated olive oil can sometimes be difficult. Olive oil sold in the US…
Are you at risk of low folate levels?
Folate, or vitamin B9, is most often associated with a healthy pregnancy. In 1998, the US Food and Drug Association mandated that folic acid — the synthetic form…