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Sip Water Throughout the Day to Stay Hydrated and Healthy

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Of all the things you can do to stay healthy, sipping water throughout the day…

Beet Supplements?

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Beet, or beetroot, supplements are gaining quite a following for a number of health benefits,…

What Happens if You Have Too Much or Too Little Fat in Your Diet? 

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While fat has often been dubbed as a dietary nemesis, it’s important to know that…

Tummy Trouble: When to Seek Help

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We’ve all had stomachaches, and most of us have experienced gastrointestinal symptoms like gassiness and…

Ask Tufts Experts: Vitamin C Supplements; Processed Meat

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I’ve been taking vitamin C since the 1970s. Should I continue taking it? Should I…

Don’t Ignore Persistent Digestive Problems

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Symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and cramps may be caused by a number of…

Newsbites: Coffee consumption; impact of smoking; benefits of dietary vitamin C; “healthy” label to be redefined;

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Habitual Coffee Consumption Associated with Health Benefits A study that followed nearly 400,000 middle-aged individuals…

Ask Tufts Experts: Relative Heath of Processed Foods; Calcium Intake Recommendations

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On the spectrum of processed foods, where do supposedly healthy foods such as plant milks,…

Ask Tufts Experts: Fortified Foods vs. Supplements; Conflicting Information on Research

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How are nutrients in fortified or enriched foods different from nutrients in dietary supplements? Alice…

The Painful Journey of Kidney Stones

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Kidneys are bean-shaped organs seated just below the ribcage. Their main job is to filter…

Is Turmeric Good for Arthritis?

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Turmeric is a plant in the ginger family. The Latin name is Curcuma longa. Turmeric…

Is Mushroom Coffee a Good Coffee Substitute?

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Mushroom coffee does not sound like anything you would want to drink, but is actually…

How Salt Affects Blood Pressure

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While most Americans consume too much salt, sodium is an important factor in regulating blood…

Is There a SIBO Diet That Will Help My Symptoms?

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SIBO treatment (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) is often needed for many people with chronic gas,…

Ask Tufts Experts: Foods for Regularity; Cutting Salt Intake; Leaky Gut

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I understand fiber can help keep me regular. Is oatmeal a good choice? Nicola McKeown,…

Gout: Your Big Toe Might Provide Important Health Clues

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When you picture someone with gout, you may think of an older, overweight man who…

Are You at Risk for Calcium Deficiency?

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You probably know that calcium is important for growing and keeping your bones strong. Did…

How Long Does Gout Last?

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A gout attack can cause sudden and very severe joint pain. It frequently starts in…

Do Foods Cause Kidney Stones?

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Kidney stones can form when you have too much dissolved minerals and salts in your…

Lemon Health Benefits: Reduce Your Risk of Cancer, Anemia, and More

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Lemons are much more than a garnish for your glass of water or fancy cocktail….

What Does Soda Do to Your Body? 7 Reasons to Kick the Habit

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While the debate rages on about whether or not sodas should be banned in schools…

Consulting Dr. Google

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Every year, Google compiles the most frequently asked health questions put to its search engine….