Here's a look at some of the best foods you can add to your diet to keep your hair strong and healthy no matter your age.

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Grabbing a handful of walnuts with breakfast might sharpen your thinking, research shows, but don't expect an immediate memory boost.

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Drug companies are racing to treat Type 2 diabetes, but your own body might already hold the key to better blood sugar control. In a new study from the University of Alabama, people with diabetes who slashed carbs to just 9% of their daily diet saw a major boost in their pancreas’s ability to produce insulin, within just three months.

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An apple a day actually might help keep the doctor away as you age. A massive new international study spanning over two decades reveals that regularly consuming flavonoid-rich foods like apples, blueberries, and tea could significantly reduce your chances of experiencing the physical and mental decline often associated with aging.

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That stubborn belly fat that appears in your 40s isn't just from diet or lack of exercise. Scientists have uncovered a biological process that explains why waistlines expand in middle age, even when lifestyle habits remain consistent.

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Forget what you've heard at the gym about needing chicken breasts and steaks to build muscle. Science just delivered a win for plant-based eaters everywhere.

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A new study reveals that young children survive better with more animal protein in their diet, while adults over 60 tend to live longer when consuming more plant-based proteins.

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That morning yogurt might be more important than you think. Researchers have found that spreading your protein intake across breakfast, lunch, and dinner could help maintain muscle strength as you grow older.

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Want to lower your blood pressure? Skip the salt shaker and reach for a banana instead.

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Rather than ask “What does the liver do,” you might ask "What doesn’t the liver do?" That’s how active the liver is, with its hundreds of vital functions that have essential impacts on all organs and their functions.

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Do you get enough vitamin K in your diet? If not, that lapse might be affecting more than just your bones.

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esearchers found that people who choose plant-based proteins over traditional meat are seen as both admirable and contemptible—respected for their environmental and health consciousness but also frequently met with negative emotions including fear, anger, and social exclusion.

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What you eat every day can help or hurt your heart health. New research reveals that six humble plants from Mediterranean kitchens contain powerful compounds that fight cardiovascular disease from multiple angles.

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Two weeks of burgers and fries might do more damage than you think.

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We’ve all been there: you try your best to keep it in, but you just can’t hold it anymore. You have to let it slip – how bad could it be? Then the unpleasant smell wafts your way, and all you can do is hope that no one comes near you for the next couple of minutes.

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Research from Weill Cornell Medicine has identified a molecular pathway linking omega-6 linoleic acid—a common dietary fat in Western diets—to the growth of triple-negative breast cancer.

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Protein intake dominates fitness advice. Whether you want to build muscle, improve your fitness or watch your weight, the common advice handed out by everyone from fitness influencers to doctors is that we need more protein.

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What if there were a relatively simple dietary approach that could help maintain libido well into later years?

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There's promising news for fitness enthusiasts looking to optimize their body composition: combining a time-restricted eating (also known as intermittent fasting) regimen with your exercise routine may help reduce body fat while preserving muscle mass.

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A new discovery about soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages reveals a troubling truth that goes beyond simple calorie counting.

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Too much salt has long been blamed for heart problems, but new research suggests it might harm our minds too.

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According to new findings from University of Michigan scientists, eating too much fat could seriously hobble your immune system's first line of defense against invaders.

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Health experts have hammered home that processed foods lead to weight gain. But what if that's not entirely true?

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We’ve been seeing so-called "superveggies” in the news (most recently onions and broccoli) that help to lower the risk of heart disease and some cancers. What do these vegetables have in common? Flavonoids.

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Three days. That's all it takes for a high-fat diet to begin damaging the aging brain, a surprising new study suggests.

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Brain aging follows a surprising trajectory with a potentially game-changing discovery: there appears to be a crucial "window" in middle age when interventions targeting metabolism could significantly slow or stabilize signs of brain aging.

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A new study reveals that the standard Western diet during pregnancy—high in processed meats, sugars, and refined grains with low intake of fruits and vegetables—is significantly associated with neurodevelopmental disorders in children, particularly ADHD and autism.

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Brushing your teeth after eating starchy foods might be more important for some people than others, according to new research from Cornell University.

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Americans love convenience. From drive-thru restaurants to ready-to-heat meals, our food system has evolved to prioritize speed and simplicity. But a concerning trend has emerged in recent years: ultra-processed foods now dominate American diets, and not just when dining out.

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German researchers recently discovered that while intermittent fasting improved health markers in older mice, it actually impaired important cellular development in younger ones.

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Ever wonder why there's always room for dessert, even after a filling meal? Scientists have discovered that the same brain cells that tell us we're full are also responsible for making us crave sugary treats.

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With low-carb diets doubling in popularity over the past decade, they’ve proven effective for managing type 2 diabetes and obesity. Yet critics argue they fall short on essential nutrients.

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Research shows that high levels of so-called "good cholesterol" might increase the risk of glaucoma, while its traditionally maligned counterparts may actually help protect against this serious eye condition.

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New research suggests these trendy cleanses may have unexpected effects on the trillions of beneficial bacteria living in our mouths and guts.

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If you could see inside your brain after eating processed meats, you might think twice about that morning bacon ritual. An eye-opening new study has revealed that even modest consumption of processed red meat could be aging your brain faster than normal.

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Applying the proposed definition, the diagnosis of clinical obesity requires two main criteria: confirmation of excess adiposity plus chronic organ dysfunction and/or limitations on mobility or daily living.

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Plant-based cheeses exist, but are not a popular option because they lack the creamy texture of the real thing. Now, scientists may be on the brink of taking vegan cheeses to the next level.

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What if reducing your cancer risk was as simple as adding a glass of milk to your daily diet? A study of over half a million women concludes that dairy products, particularly those rich in calcium, may help protect against colorectal cancer.

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Inside your intestines lives a bustling community of trillions of microorganisms that play a vital role in your health. While most of these tiny tenants are beneficial, some have the potential to cause serious infections if they grow out of control.

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A stunning report reveals the majority of food products sold at major U.S. grocery chains are highly processed, with most of them priced significantly cheaper than less processed alternatives.

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Inside our digestive system lives a bustling community of trillions of bacteria that help break down the food we eat. These microscopic helpers produce various compounds, including short-chain fatty acids that have long puzzled scientists trying to understand their role in human health.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration hears you and responds. The agency just updated the nutritional requirements a food must meet to claim "healthy" on its package.

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In an era where 74% of Americans are considered overweight and 40% have obesity, scientists have discovered that an ancient berry might offer modern solutions.

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Let’s be honest – checking your weight might top your New Year’s resolution list (again). But today’s smart scales do way more than just shame you after holiday cookies. These high-tech devices track everything from body fat to muscle mass, syncing the data right to your phone to help you…

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It’s a well-known fact that to lose weight, you either need to eat less or move more. But how many calories do you really need to cut out of your diet each day to lose weight? It may be less than you think.

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This year, we want to invite people to consider weight- and body-neutral resolutions that prioritize how we feel and function in our bodies and minds and take a more holistic view of health.

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Mom always said breakfast was the most important meal of the day. As it turns out, she was right—but with a catch.

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An extreme 18-hour daily fasting regime reduced hair growth speed by 18% among healthy adults.

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Next time someone tells you to cut all sugar from your diet, you might want to share this story. Swedish researchers tracking nearly 70,000 people for twenty years have uncovered some unexpected truths about sugar consumption and heart health that challenge the "sugar is always bad" narrative.

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What you eat could fundamentally alter your muscle structure — regardless of how much you exercise or how many calories you consume.

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