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Longevity is a topic we cover a lot at Fit&Well, but longevity shouldn’t just focus on adding more years to your lifespan, it should be about living a healthy life in the best condition possible. While there’s no guarantee you can ensure your body is truly future-proof—accidents, illnesses and poor fortune can befall anyone at any age—there are some things …

A simple ritual that takes less than two minutes could have life-changing health benefits. Naturopathic Doctor Mac Toohey, known online as Dr. Mac, has stated that she maintains a popular habit after every single meal to protect herself from serious health issues.  In a TikTok video viewed nearly 70,000 times, she highlighted that oral health impacts far more than people’s …

Bloating is one of the most common digestive complaints, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Many people dismiss it as a minor inconvenience after a heavy meal, but for others, it can be a recurring issue that affects daily comfort, self-confidence, and even overall health. The sensation, often described as abdominal fullness, tightness, or excessive gas, can stem …

Gastrointestinal cancers, including colorectal, stomach, pancreatic, and esophageal, are rising faster in adults under 50 than any other cancer type, according to a review published in the journal JAMA. Researchers believe several factors may be driving this trend, from sedentary lifestyles and obesity to smoking, alcohol use, and poor diet.Since many of us aren’t always careful about what we put …

One exercise could boost memory and reduce dementia risk, says doctor  The Times of India Dr. Roach: Changes you can make to avoid dementia, Alzheimer’s later  The Detroit News Dementia cases projected to double by 2060, but researchers say prevention is possible  KATU These four healthy habits can boost cognitive function in older age, study finds  The Globe and Mail AAIC 2025: US POINTER …

DEAR DR. ROACH: How much vitamin B12 should I take as a diabetic? — T.H. ANSWER: Many people have strong feelings that vitamin B12 can dramatically improve their health, but it only helps to take vitamin B12 if you are deficient. Vitamin B12 deficiency isn’t too common. Still, there are a few situations where supplemental vitamin B12 should be considered, …

After three stressful years, Mark Sevillano Jr. felt like his life was falling into place. At the start of 2024, he began working out at the gym three days a week and eating healthier foods. “I felt better and just when I started feeling better, I … couldn’t really swallow my food comfortably,” the 41-year-old from Santa Fe Springs, California, …

Ozempic is not just a celebrity buzzword! It is a prescription drug originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, now widely talked about for its surprising weight loss effects. This buzz has sparked curiosity about whether there are natural alternatives to Ozempic. The answer is yes! Dr Adrian, a functional medicine doctor and MD specializing in thyroid, PCOS, and gut …

By SHANIA OBRIEN, LIFESTYLE REPORTER Published: 03:27, 12 August 2025 | Updated: 03:30, 12 August 2025 A longevity expert claims you should close the kitchen by 7pm if you want better sleep, balanced hormones, and a slimmer waistline – especially once you hit your thirties. Dr Poonam Desai, a former ER doctor who specialises in preventative health, says late-night meals …

UCSF doctor reinstated at FDA less than 2 weeks after resigning amid MAGA backlash  San Francisco Chronicle Top vaccine regulator returns to FDA after recent firing  Politico America’s drug regulator is in turmoil  The Economist Vinay Prasad returns to role as top vaccine regulator at FDA days after leaving US agency  Reuters Tom Hanks Pays Tribute to Late Astronaut He Helped Make Famous  The Daily …