Key Takeaways • Your body requires water, but excessive intake can be harmful.• Water intoxication is rare, yet recognizing symptoms like nausea, fatigue, and reduced appetite is important.• If symptoms of water toxicity appear, medical care should be sought right away. Staying hydrated is essential for good health—but is it possible to drink too much…
HOW MANY CALORIES DO YOU NEED EACH DAY? Everyone’s daily calorie needs are different. Your metabolism, activity level, genetics, and lifestyle all play a role. Goals such as losing weight, gaining muscle, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or bodybuilding also significantly affect how many calories your body requires. A calorie is simply a unit of energy. In nutrition,…
Protein shakes are nutritional beverages designed to provide a convenient way to increase protein intake. They are available in a wide range of flavors and are made using different protein sources such as whey, egg whites, and casein. For individuals aiming to lose weight, protein shakes can be especially helpful because their high protein content…
Maintaining good heart health may also help lower the risk of developing cancer, according to research published in JACC: CardioOncology. In the study, cardiology researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and collaborators from other institutions in the United States and the Netherlands analyzed data from two large, population-based health studies. They found that well-known cardiovascular…
WASHINGTON (Mar 18, 2025) — As marijuana becomes legal in more regions, questions about its safety continue to grow. Two new studies add to growing evidence that cannabis use is linked to a higher risk of heart attacks, even among younger adults with no known health problems. The findings come from a large retrospective study…
We’ve all had those moments of big ambition: quit smoking, lose 20 pounds, start exercising every day. While those goals are worthwhile, improving your health doesn’t always require drastic changes. In fact, small, consistent habits can have a powerful impact on your overall well-being — and because they’re easy to fit into your routine, they’re…
Often labeled the brain’s “pleasure chemical,” dopamine is one of the most misunderstood substances in neuroscience. In reality, its role in shaping our behavior, motivation, and thinking is far more complex. Nikolay Kukushkin explores what dopamine actually does inside the brain—and why it so often feels like it’s working against us. The human brain is…
Balancing on one leg may seem simple, but it often becomes more difficult with age. Practicing this skill regularly, however, can build strength, sharpen memory, and support long-term brain health. Unless you’re a flamingo, standing on one leg probably isn’t something you do often. And depending on how old you are, you may be surprised…
Discover simple daily habits that can help naturally reset your body’s internal clock, so you wake up feeling rested and refreshed. Getting enough sleep is essential for overall health and daily functioning. When sleep is lacking, it can become difficult to stay alert and perform everyday tasks. Many people struggle with daytime drowsiness and ongoing…