Rachel Ann T. Melegrito

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Daily Cocoa Cuts Inflammation by 70 Percent

Scientists discover why dark chocolate may help you live longer.katrinsav/Shutterstock10/11/2025|Updated: 10/15/2025Your daily hot cocoa might do more than warm you…

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Gut Changes Persist Years After Stopping Certain Medications

The body clears medicines within hours to weeks. However, a recent study suggests that drugs you took years ago may…

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Study Links ADHD Medications to Small but Significant Risk of Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder

Johnnyamoeba87/ShutterstockA recent study of nearly 400,000 patients found that people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who take stimulants face a small…

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A Brief Mindset Intervention Reduces Depression and Inflammation

Reframing trauma and hardship may help heal your body and mind.fizkes/Shutterstock9/18/2025|Updated: 9/21/2025Being able to see an opportunity for growth and…

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Common Food Preservative Linked With Cognitive Improvements in Early Alzheimer’s Research

Researchers explore an unexpected path to support brain health in early Alzheimer’s disease.A food preservative used in sodas and thousands…

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French Fries Versus Baked Potatoes: 1 Raises Diabetes Risk 20 Percent, the Other Doesn’t

Health NewsPotato prep affects diabetes risk, but the high glycemic index remains.Add to My ListSaveRaraAvisPhoto/ShutterstockBy Rachel Ann T. Melegrito8/9/2025Updated: 8/13/20250:00Potatoes…

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Your Beauty Routine May Harm Your Lungs, Research Suggests

Recent findings link frequent use of beauty products to increased asthma risk, possibly due to hormone-disrupting chemicals.Women who frequently use…

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How a Healthy Heart Boosts Your Body From Head to Toe

Seven lifestyle tweaks that protect your heart and your whole body.Heart health isn’t just about preventing heart attacks; it’s a…

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US Children Face 80 Percent Higher Risk of Death Than Peers in Wealthy Nations

The United States sees 54 excess child deaths a day, driven by rising obesity, chronic conditions, and mental health issues.U.S.…

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Caffeine May Slow Cellular Aging by Activating a Protective Stress Response

Recent research shows how caffeine activates cellular pathways similar to those triggered by exercise and calorie restriction, potentially slowing aging.Researchers…

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