Share on PinterestThe accelerated shortening of telomeres, a marker of cell aging, may be linked to the consumption of ultra-processed foods.Telomeres are structures located at the ends of our chromosomes. Although they contain no genetic information themselves, they preserve the integrity of chromosomes by keeping their ends from fraying, much as shoelace tips protect the…
Trying to lose weight while on the famous keto diet? If so, then here are some high-carb foods that you need to stay away from.By now, we should all be aware that the process of losing weight and shedding those extra pounds requires some very mindful eating as well as commitment. In fact, a lot…
You have to eat and you have to sleep, so why not make those two activities work together?A recent survey revealed that many Americans believed they weren’t getting enough deep sleep, leading them to feel tired more often. This lack of quality sleep reportedly affected the participants’ moods, health and even their marriages. If you're…
certain foods may fortify your immune system too, helping it fight off viruses and bacteria that could make you sick.To be clear, just eating the right diet won’t make you immune to coronavirus. You should still stick with the latest recommendations for your area: staying indoors, wearing a face mask when you go out, avoiding…
DIETITIANS LIKE ME have been recommending a fiber-rich diet for years. The average American consumes between 10 to 15 grams of fiber in their diet daily. (The recommendation is between 20 to 38 grams, depending on age and gender). A big part of the problem is that only one in 10 of us eat enough
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KFF Health News correspondent Rachana Pradhan discussed Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new “Make America Healthy Again” strategy for children’s health on CBS News’ “CBS Morning News” on Sept. 10. Click here to watch Pradhan on “CBS Morning News.” KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner discussed Kennedy’s pseudoscientific approach