Heart disease is on the rise in younger adults. A cardiologist says prevention needs to start sooner.
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When my husband and I became empty nesters, we sold our house and moved into an RV. We now live on the open road full time.
Becoming an empty nester was disorienting, so I wanted to do something entirely new. Selling our home and moving into an RV was the best choice.
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I tracked my blood glucose levels for two weeks. It felt like I was in sugar jail.
The health reporter Kim Schewitz often feels tired, and hoped tracking her blood sugar levels using a continuous glucose monitor would help. Then the app told her to do calf raises for 15 minutes.
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Hot at Work
'Clients bring back entire wardrobes': Tailors say Ozempic is reshaping Wall Street
Wall Street tailors say major weight loss transformations were once rare. Now, the "Ozempic effect" is creating a surge in demand for their services.
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I traveled with my 8-year-old daughter for 7 long weeks. This is what I would do differently.
Traveling throughout six European countries with my 8-year-old was fun. But I wish I had factored in more kid time for her.
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Chelsea Handler, 50, says she took parenting classes — even though she doesn't have kids
"It's not that I don't have a maternal instinct. I do, I just don't want children," Chelsea Handler said.
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I lost 200 pounds by doing hot yoga and lifting weights. I went from a 4X shirt to a medium.
Eddie Adegye weighed 400 pounds and his mom was scared of him getting diabetes. He got to 197 pounds by combining hot yoga and weightlifting.
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Hims & Hers attacks the rich in its Super Bowl ad — including a Jeff Bezos lookalike
"We fully expect this will ruffle some feathers," Hims & Hers chief design officer, Dan Kenger, told Business Insider.
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The deadliest cancer for people under 50 has changed for the first time in a decade, leaving experts shocked
Experts say they're stunned by how quickly colon cancer has overtaken other deadly cancers, including lung and breast.
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Your protein goal is probably way off. A doctor explains how to fix it for better weight loss.
Stop basing your protein needs on your current weight. A doctor explains how most of us are overestimating our needs and sabotaging goals.
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I visited every country by 25. These are 3 cities I always recommend — and one I'd skip.
In college, Cameron Mofid set out on a mission to visit every country — not just as a travel goal, but as a way to confront his obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Emma Heming Willis says Bruce Willis not knowing he has dementia has been both 'the blessing and the curse'
"It is also hard to grieve someone who is still alive. You know, it's not natural," Emma Heming Willis said.
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Oprah Winfrey turned her weight-loss journey into a business. Here's how her health empire has evolved.
Oprah Winfrey's newest book, "Enough," is about her relationship with weight-loss drugs. Since the '90s, she has been combining her health with business.
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My husband and I take separate solo vacations, and it makes our marriage stronger. We've learned to appreciate each other more.
When I went on a work trip, I was surprised by how relaxed I was without my kids and husband. I then encouraged him to go on his own solo trip.
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I moved in with my partner after college. No one told me how much I'd miss living with my best friends.
After college, my partner and I moved to New York City to live together and start our careers. I had no idea how much I'd miss living with my friends.
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A doctor says 'genetics aren't destiny' when it comes to fat loss and shares 3 simple ways to boost metabolism
A functional medicine doctor shared lifestyle habits that can boost metabolic health, such as strength training and getting better sleep.
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I'm an American in a long-distance relationship with a European for nearly 3 years. Here's how we make it work.
My partner lives in Europe and travels a lot, so we rarely get to see each other. Texting and video calls help us build and maintain intimacy.
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Elite athletes use the 4 p.m rule for better hydration and performance, says a top nutritionist
A sports nutritionist for NBA champs explains why athletes stop drinking water after 4 p.m. to optimize hydration and perform their best.
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Kevin Hall sparked a cultural revolution against ultra-processed food, but he still eats it. Here's how he pumps up the nutritional value of jarred pasta sauce.
Not all ultra-processed foods are inherently evil. A nutrition researcher says to choose options low in sugar and sodium and add vegetables.
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When I moved abroad, I stopped buying groceries 'like an American.' Now, I eat and shop better — and I've lost 100 pounds.
While living abroad, I improved my relationship with food and the grocery shopping habits I'd curated in the US to live a better, healthier life.
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He was 37, constipated, and exhausted. What doctors thought was IBS was stage 3 colon cancer.
Mohammad Samad's stage 3 colon cancer was misdiagnosed as stress, IBS, and Crohn's disease.
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Gabrielle Union, 53, says menopause made her rethink how she looks at life
Gabrielle Union said she eventually learned to view menopause "not as an ending, but as a beginning."
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Paris Hilton said ADHD is a 'superpower' that helps her take risks as an entrepreneur
Hilton was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, and although she struggled to cope with some of the symptoms as a teen, she now calls it her "superpower."
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Your boss is about to pull back your gym benefits
Employers are saving money by scaling back on wellness benefits for their employees, like gym membership discounts and free fitness apps.
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One fitness supplement can help you build muscle and maybe boost longevity without breaking the bank, according to experts
Creatine is the one fitness supplement worth your money for building muscle, burning fat, and protecting the brain from stress and aging.
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Everything a heart health dietitian eats in a week, including plant-based protein sources and 'joy foods'
Lena Beal, a cardiovascular dietitian, eats mostly whole, plant-based foods throughout the week. Sundays are for treats like sweet and alcohol.
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Power Hours
I'm the CEO of Crunch Fitness. I stay fit on a busy travel schedule with a morning protein shake and Pilates classes.
Jim Rowley, Marine veteran and CEO of Crunch Fitness, stays in shape with Pilates and protein shakes on the road — and watches "Survivor" to unwind.
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A 58-year-old whose job requires hours of sitting lost 75 pounds in 12 months with these simple changes
Jerry Clark says he's transformed his tastebuds, changed his portion sizes, and made fitness a non-negotiable.
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When my college football career ended, I hit rock bottom. Losing over 100 pounds helped me get my life back on track.
D1 college football was my entire life, so when it ended, I completely lost myself and gained weight. I turned to boxing to lose 120 pounds.
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I lived with my grandfather for 2 years. I never expected we'd become best friends.
My grandfather and I have always been close, but when I moved in with him, we bonded on a deeper level. We had more fun than I ever could've expected.
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I hosted a dinner party every Saturday in 2025. Here's what it taught me about friends who cancel and table settings.
Amanda Litman and her husband hosted 52 dinner parties in 2025. It helped them feel less lonely as parents in a big city.
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Having a baby in rural America? Get ready for a 3-hour drive.
Over 500 hospitals have dropped labor and delivery services in the last decade, many of them in rural areas.
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A man lost 44lbs and learned 3 important lessons about losing fat while maintaining muscle
When Mike Prytkov lost 44 pounds in a year, he lost a lot of muscle mass too. He's since learned how to maintain his weight in a balanced way.
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I'm 59 and have no plans to retire. I waited until my 50s to build my dream career, so I'm just getting started.
Once my kids grew up, I could finally focus on myself and my career. I've now built a brand that inspires me, so I won't retire anytime soon.
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I was an active runner for 10 years, then I burned out. Switching to walking helped me lose fat and feel energized again.
I got sick of running and changed my routine to focus more on walking and strength-training. I lost more fat and felt calmer.
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Goldie Hawn, 80, credits one thing with making her relationship with Kurt Russell last 42 years
Goldie Hawn, who has been married twice before, said she's learned that traditional ideas of partnership don't work for her.
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I was celibate for a year, and then I met someone 10 years younger. Our 3-month fling changed everything for me.
After a difficult breakup, I was celibate for a year — until I met someone 10 years younger. He helped me believe in relationships again.
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4 tips to build muscle at the gym from one of the world's most decorated Olympians
Olympic legend Katie Ledecky loves training. Her workout tips make it easier to exercise to build muscle, strength, and speed like an elite athlete.
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Power Hours
I'm a 61-year-old CEO and DJ for longevity raves. I start my day with a cup of tea, ruthlessly cut meetings short, and don't have a house cleaner.
DJ Tina Technotic enjoys all-night raves, cuts meetings short, and cleans house when she needs to think.
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Whole milk is gross. I don't care what RFK says.
The US government wants us to drink whole milk instead of skim, as if that's some treat.
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4 healthy habits to help lower your risk of breast cancer, according to an oncologist
An oncologist became a patient when she was unexpectedly diagnosed with breast cancer. She said 4 simple habits can help reduce cancer risk.
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I moved back home after living abroad for 12 years. I worried it would be a step backward for my daughter and me.
I loved living abroad in Madrid and Berlin, but my father needed me back home. It wasn't part of the plan, but it turned out to be the best decision.
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The eureka moment that drove Oprah to reframe weight loss and banish shame involved a Post-It
A new book unpacks how obesity nudges the body to store more fat, making weight loss complicated. That's something Oprah understands first hand.
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Singer Anne-Marie says motherhood didn't come naturally at first. With her second baby, she did things differently.
"I just was like, I don't know how to be a mom, and I thought it would just come, because everyone tells you that," singer Anne-Marie said.
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Power Hours
A day in the life of the CEO of Athletic Brewing, from living room burpees to British murder mysteries
Bill Shufelt, the CEO of Athletic Brewing, spends the day at his brewery and gets a lot of work done while his family sleeps.
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Everything an Olympic champion eats in a day to get enough protein and fiber — without overthinking it
Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky generally follows a whole food diet, focusing on homemade dinners and veggie omelets.
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WNBA star Cameron Brink shares her favorite high-protein breakfast to build muscle and boost recovery
Los Angeles Sparks athlete Cameron Brink said she prioritizes building muscle with a high-protein breakfast that includes plenty of carbs for energy.
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Hundreds of America's rural hospitals have vanished. Maps show closures by state.
Rural hospitals are disappearing across America, with hundreds more under financial distress. It's leaving patients without care options.
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Patti Smith says turning 79 made one thing clear
"I am happy every day that I have an opportunity to do new work or find new work or you know, experience something, even nature," Patti Smith said.
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