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• Exercise, metabolism, and weight: New research from The Biggest Loser

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  AerobicsFitnessHealthy LivingRunningSelf ImprovementWalkingWeightliftingDietHarvard Health Publishing

  The Biggest Loser was a popular reality television show that ran on NBC for over a decade starting in 2004. In it, participants with obesity competed with each other through intense physical challenges and ate a reduced-calorie diet to see who could lose the highest percentage of body weight. Prior findings from studies of The Biggest Loser contestants showed...

• Can ALS be caused by traumatic brain injury?

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  Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease) is a neurologic disease that damages nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain, causing widespread muscle wasting and weakness. It strikes without warning, usually beginning between the ages of 55 and 75. As it worsens...

• French fries versus almonds: Calorie for calorie, which comes out on top?

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  DietHarvard Health Publishing

  In a perfect world, indulging in a daily portion of French fries instead of almonds would be a simple choice, and no negative consequences would stem from selecting the salty, deep-fried option. But a Harvard expert says...

• Dementia: Midlife chronic conditions linked to increased risk

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  In a new study, researchers found a link between increased risk of dementia and multiple chronic conditions during midlife. The paper, which appears in the BMJ, provides scientists with information that might help people reduce their risk of dementia in later life...

• A healthy weight can reduce colorectal cancer risk

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  Colorectal adenomas that persist and grow for long periods can be a stepping-stone to colorectal cancer, the third leading causeTrusted Source of cancer death in adults in the United States. In a concerning new trend, colon cancer is on the...

• Featured Article: Babbel - Speak a New Language in 3 Weeks

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  Anyone can start speaking a new language in just three weeks with Babbel.

• The 8 Best Natural Remedies for Acne

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  Healthy LivingSelf ImprovementLivestrong.com

  Although most acne cases afflict teens and young adults, pimples can persist long into adulthood. Hormones, stress, genetics, irritating products and medication can all contribute, regardless of your age. If you have acne, you may be tempted to reach for one of the dozens of "natural remedies" to calm the problem rather than visit a doctor. Some do help, but...

• 5 Red Flags That a Supplement Is Unsafe or Ineffective

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  Livestrong.com

  Many people take vitamins and supplements, be it a multivitamin or a specific pill to help with nutrient deficiencies or certain health conditions. But are supplements safe? The short answer is not always, which is why it can be tricky to find a vitamin brand you can trust. Dietary supplements include...

• Tired People Want To Know: Is It OK To Take Melatonin Every Night?

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  With more than a third of Americans struggling to snooze on a consistent basis, it's no surprise that the demand for sleep aids is on the rise. Melatonin is one of the most popular options sold in the U.S., with new research showing that...

• Try This ER Doctor-Approved Bedtime Routine For Stellar Sleep

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  We cannot get enough sleep tips here at mbg—every time an expert lists their favorite ways to wind down, we're all ears. Recently, supermodel and entrepreneur Kate Bock chatted with Harvard- and Yale-trained ER doctor and founder of The TrueveLab Darria Long, M.D., in our new video series, Expert Insights—in the series, they discussed...

• A Naturopathic Doctor's 5 Must-Have Epinutrients To Slow Down Aging

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  In a 2021 study, naturopathic doctor and functional medicine expert Kara Fitzgerald, N.D., author of Younger You, was able to improve participants' biological age by three years. Sounds like a tall order, but the intervention was actually pretty simple: With a very doable diet and exercise plan...