Carrots have long been said to improve eyesight. While that’s not true, some of the nutrients they contain may help fight certain eye problems.
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Healthy Skeptic (10)
The label “multigrain” on products ranging from bread to chips makes them seem more healthful. But in fact it can be misleading. Learn how to avoid getting duped.
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We often hear that we need to refuel after exercise with foods ranging from energy bars to chocolate milk. Find out why that advice may do more harm than good for most of us
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Diet soda would seem to be an obvious way to cut calories and control your weight. Our Healthy Skeptic explores why that may not be true and whether diet soda is safe.
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A growing number of people are turning to fasting, either on certain days or during certain hours, to promote weight loss and improve health. Here’s what you need to know before trying it.
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Coconut oil, which was long considered harmful, is now touted as a miracle food that can do everything from controlling weight to fighting Alzheimer’s disease. Find out what the science really shows.
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Treadmills can make exercise more convenient. But using them may burn fewer calories than walking or running outside. Find out why and what you can do about it.
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A growing number of athletes and average exercisers wear compression garments because of their their alleged ability to enhance athletic performance and aid recovery. Learn whether those claims are a stretch.
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Spending most of the day sitting can cause more than stiffness. It may increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and premature death, even if you exercise regularly. Find out why and what you can do about it.
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Going vegetarian can be healthful, but simply shunning meat doesn’t necessarily make a diet better for you. What else it includes – and excludes – is key.
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