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Vaping could lead to health harms in children and young people and should be made “less attractive” to them, doctors have said

Exercise is described as medicine for the heart, and for good reason. Regular physical activity can lower blood pressure, improve fitness and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. But there is a point where the question changes from “How much exercise is good?” to “Is the body getting enough time to recover?”That distinction…

For decades, people have been advised to avoid full-fat dairy over concerns that it could contribute to weight gain and higher cholesterol levels. Now, a new, albeit small, study challenges that view. It found that three daily servings of full-fat dairy did not worsen weight or cholesterol and may even offer some health benefits. The…

You’ve probably heard that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) wreck your brain because seed oils inflame you or emulsifiers punch holes in your gut lining. However, the human evidence tells a less dramatic, but considerably more actionable story

Wildfire smoke is affecting a large portion of the country this season after many areas of the U.S. experienced drought. Experts say that the activity is above average, producing smoke that’s a potential health hazard for people of all ages, especially for those who are older or have certain health conditions

Thousands of Americans who undergo a common knee surgery might be making their problems worse rather than better

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are highly processed foods that contain additives. They generally contain high levels of fat, sugar, carbohydrates, sodium, and energy