Several factors can trigger headaches, including certain foods and nutritional deficiencies. Magnesium is an essential nutrient that supports many processes in the body, such as muscle and nerve function, and keeping blood sugar and blood pressure under control. While it doesn’t commonly cause headaches, not getting enough magnesium or taking too much can cause headaches…
Protein shakes, sold premade or as powders you mix yourself, are a popular choice for people trying to lose weight. But whether they actually help with weight loss depends on several factors, including how you use them and what the rest of your diet looks like. High-protein diets have been shown to support weight loss….
Dark chocolate is more than just a sweet treat. This rich, bittersweet delight is packed with surprising health benefits beyond being high in antioxidants. We dove into the research and spoke with experts to uncover some unexpected ways dark chocolate can support your health. From your gut to your brain, here’s why you might want…
Summertime comes with more fresh fruit than you can shake a stick at—but which sweet produce item is the healthiest? The humble, yet nutrient-dense raspberry may reign supreme here, dietitians say. Read on to discover why experts want you to eat more raspberries this summer—including how to enjoy them (and pick the juiciest ones). Raspberries…
Despite their similar names, atherosclerosis and multiple sclerosis (MS) are very different diseases. But due to certain factors, people with MS may be more likely to have atherosclerosis than the general population. Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease and neurological disorder, and atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries) is a heart-related condition. They may be…
With psoriatic arthritis (PsA), there’s a lot you can do to take care of your body and feel more in control of your symptoms. Simple self-care routines can help prevent and manage flare-ups, help you stay active and engaged in the ways that matter most, and support your joint health. Exercise can be challenging when…
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease. It affects your nerves and muscle tissue and worsens over time, eventually becoming fatal. There are two main types of ALS: sporadic and familial ASL. The symptoms are the same, but the underlying cause is different. Sporadic ALS: A majority of ALS cases…
Every person experiences psoriatic arthritis (PsA) differently, but if you have this chronic inflammatory condition, your feet will likely be affected, too. As many as 50-70% of people with PsA will have foot abnormalities, and 65% will experience swelling in their toes (dactylitis). When you have psoriatic arthritis (PsA), your feet may be the first…
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, disabling, inflammatory disease that damages your nerves. People with MS may live roughly seven years less than the general population, with an average life expectancy of about 75 years. Factors that may influence your overall life expectancy with multiple sclerosis include: Disease and symptom severity: People who develop advanced…
Eating less protein may be linked to greater muscle loss for people taking weight loss drugs like Ozempic, according to a recent study presented July 12 at the ENDO 2025 conference, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting. Rapid weight loss—regardless of how it’s achieved—is known to reduce lean mass, or muscle. Low muscle mass can increase…
