Articles On:Health

May 11, 2022

Include These Four Healthy Nuts in Your Diet

Nuts may feel like a decadent treat thanks to their rich flavor and ability to ...

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healthy nuts in a bowl, photo by Fiveph Dreamstime. Healthy nuts – walnuts, almonds, cashews, and pistachios – benefit heart and brain health, joints, bones, increase energy, and more.
May 10, 2022

Techniques to Tame Dental Phobia

The experts at Harvard Medical School suggest five techniques for taming dental phobia, to help ...

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dentist hovering over patient. These techniques for taming dental phobia help ensure that you calm your fear and get the important care from your dentist that you need.
May 6, 2022

5 Calcium-Rich Foods and Tips for Use

Dietitian Novella Lui suggests five calcium-rich foods – with more calcium than a glass of ...

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yogurt almonds honey oats photo by MkStudio Dreamstime. Learn of 5 calcium-rich foods with tips on using them: canned salmon, almonds, canned sardines, firm tofu, and yogurt.
May 3, 2022

Leg Pain When Walking May Be PAD

Dr. Howard LeWine explains a common cause of leg pain when walking – PAD, or ...

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Older adult outside, indicating leg pain. Leg pain and fatigue are the most dominant PAD symptoms and usually occur with activity, but go away with rest. A common cause of leg pain when walking is PAD, peripheral artery disease, a blood flow issue that may indicate greater problems.
April 28, 2022

What in the World Is Resistant Starch?

Starch is another name for complex carbohydrates used by the body for fuel. Resistant starch ...

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starch travels from the small intestine undigested to the large intestine where it provides fuel for the good bacteria (microbiome) that live there and may be beneficial to health.
April 26, 2022

Acupressure Products: Your New Favorite Friend

New products on the market make the age-old practice of acupressure more accessible for daily ...

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Chinese herbs photo by Marilyn Barbone Dreamstime. Acupressure products make the age-old Eastern practice accessible for relieving back pain, headaches, tension and other physical discomforts.
April 22, 2022

Relief from a Cough Without Antibiotics

Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Medical School answers a reader’s question about a persistent cough, ...

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man coughing photo by Noriko Cooper Dreamstime. Harvard experts answer a reader’s question about a persistent cough, including potential causes and common remedies for relief from a cough.
April 19, 2022

Dumbbells for Women Over 50: A Smart Move

Writer Larissa Banting talks with physical trainer Alicia Jones on the wisdom of using dumbbells ...

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Seniors With Dumbbells at home. Photo By Viktoriia Hnatiuk Dreamstime. Trainer Alicia Jones on the wisdom of dumbbells for women over 50, from why to start to tips on beginning a simple weight-training routine.
April 18, 2022

Probiotics Without Yogurt

Matthew Solan of Harvard Health Blog shares options for foods that offer probiotics without yogurt, ...

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Many other foods also serve up a good dose of good bacteria. Matthew Solan of Harvard Health Blog shares options for foods that offer probiotics without yogurt, still with those healthy bacteria.
April 5, 2022

Blood Sugar Control for Older Diabetics

“What’s a good level for me to avoid low blood sugar?” The Harvard experts look ...

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A senior managing his diabetes. “What’s a good blood sugar level for me to avoid low blood sugar?” The Harvard experts look at tight control, loose control, and older diabetics. Talk with your doctor about the best blood sugar goal for you.