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10 Foods that May Help Lower Cholesterol

Protect your heart by eating more foods that have a beneficial effect on cholesterol. Here are the experts' favorites.

Whole30 Rules: Here’s Everything You Can—and Can’t—Eat

Learn the Whole30 rules and see if the diet that's helping converts sleep better, banish...

30 Everyday Things That May Cause Cancer

Smoking can lead to cancer, as you know, but some other surprising everyday exposures can...

20 Foods That Can Help Prevent Clogged Arteries

You're never too young to start eating for your heart. Science suggests these foods could...
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11 Foods Nutritionists Never Eat Late at Night

If you can't get through late-night TV without munching on something, you should definitely avoid...

The 10 Worst Foods for Your Cholesterol

Some of these bad cholesterol foods might surprise you, but experts say it's key to...

10 Foods That Are Tied Directly to Cancer

You already know that certain foods are bad for your waistline and heart, but recent...
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11 Leftovers That Can Make You Sick

Last night's dinner can be a lifeline when you need a hot and ready lunch,...

The 11 Most Underrated Items to Order at McDonald’s

Are the Golden Arches are calling your name? Skip the famous Big Mac and chow...
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13 Foods You Should Think Twice About Buying Generic

Store brands can save you money—and many are getting better than ever. But read the...

13 Foods Doctors Eat When They Have a Cold

When illness strikes, this get-better menu is what the pros on the front lines of...

10 Everyday Objects That Could Land You in the ER

You know how to handle a knife and change your smoke detector batteries. But you...
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Doctors Reveal the Real Questions You Should Be Asking Them

Doctors reveal the questions you should ask them at your next appointment to ensure optimal...
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14 Fall Superfoods You’re Still Not Eating

Adding these autumnal delights to your plate will net you the nutrients you need to...

The Diet That Could Stop Cancer from Spreading

If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, check out what the experts say about why it’s...

The Ultimate Whole30 Shopping List

Your aisle-by-aisle guide to what you can eat while you're trying out this popular but...

This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Eating Carbs

Low-carb diets are as popular as ever, but the jury's still out on how effective—and...
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10 Health ‘Facts’ That Are No Longer True

Think you know what's best for your body? Maybe not as well as you think....

12 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Give Up Gluten

You might think you're doing the right thing by cutting out this wheat protein, but...

7 Vitamins (and Supplements) Doctors Always Take on Vacation

Keep your immune system strong and your stress levels calm—even when you're getting away from...

10 Summer Foods Most Likely to Make You Sick

Nothing beats fresh, in-season produce and backyard barbecuing, but warm weather carries a higher risk...
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13 Secrets Hidden in Your Nutrition Labels

Bug parts, beaver glands, and fish bladders: You'll never believe what those unpronounceable words on...

10 Foods You Should Avoid Before a Workout

What you eat can make your workout, but sometimes what you don't eat can be...

9 “Healthy” Foods That Aren’t Always as Healthy as You Think

Some so-called healthy foods on your supermarket shelves may not deserve a place in your...

What Is the Whole30 Diet?

It's dominating your Facebook and Instagram feeds, thanks to the hashtag #Whole30. Read on for...