Cancer Prevention

Doctor Says Two of These Every Day Can Boost Gut Health, Fight Cancer

Common fruit outperforms traditional remedies for constipation and gut health issues, says doctor.

Eating two of a specific type of fruit each day may keep the gastroenterologist away.

Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, "prescribes" two kiwis a day to her patients to help with digestion and deliver a boost of vitamins and antioxidants. 

Gut Microbes Key to How Exercise Boosts Cancer Immunity?

Gut microbes prove key to understanding how exercise boosts cancer immunity.

A new study from the University of Pittsburgh shows for the first time how exercise improves cancer outcomes and enhances response to immunotherapy in mice by reshaping the gut microbiome.

Lesser Known Issues as You Age

You don’t need an oracle to predict what health challenges may await you! Scroll down for lesser-known issues as you age—plus what to do about them. 

Surprises can be fun—say, for a marriage proposal or when someone shows up at your door with a giant sweepstakes check. But when it comes to health concerns as you age, you’d probably prefer to be prepared. That’s why we’ve put together a decade-by-decade guide to things you may not know to expect and how to get ready for them, mentally and physically.

What to Expect in Your 40s

Lower Stress in 5 Minutes

These science-backed habits tap into how your nervous system, posture, breath, and senses work.

Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Between meetings, errands, and the endless scroll of everyday life, stress builds up fast—and it doesn’t just take a toll on your mood. It can disrupt your sleep, spike your heart rate, and weaken your immune system.

But here’s the good news: research shows that even small, low-effort actions can help your body reset. Here are six things you can do right now—and the science behind why they work.

The Diet That Could Make Your Brain 7 Years Younger

What you put in your body can have a big impact on what you keep in your head.

Your Favorite Drink Could Be Linked to a Deadly Cancer

Following the surgeon general’s January advisory linking alcohol consumption to seven types of cancer, a new study from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has revealed another possible risk.

The research, recently published in the journal PLOS Medicine, classified alcohol as a carcinogen, highlighting a particular increased risk of pancreatic cancer.

What an Oncologist Wishes You Knew About Endocrine Disruptors

What to know about everyday exposures to BPA, PFAS and phthalates.

If you’ve been on social media lately, chances are you’ve heard about endocrine disruptors. People say they can interfere with your hormones, leading to serious health conditions.

10 Ways to Start Lowering Your Blood Pressure Today

High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood against the blood vessel walls is too strong. High blood pressure can increase your risk of heart disease. Lowering your blood pressure with the following strategies can help protect your heart and keep you healthy.

1. Manage Your Weight

A Doctor's Tips for Slowing the Biological Clock

What should we be doing to stay healthy for longer? Meet the scientist who’s testing cutting-edge ageing research on his own body to find the answers

People tell me I look younger than I am. But as flattering as that is, my appearance isn’t that important to me. Well, not compared to my biological age, anyway. 

Representing how well your body functions, your biological age gives a more accurate picture of your overall health and longevity potential – reflecting factors like genetics, lifestyle, and environment rather than just the years you’ve lived. 

Guide to Your Liver

Your largest internal organ is a master at multitasking. Here’s how to keep it running.

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