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A study has found that people exercise regularly, quit smoking, and practice five other health strategies can improve their chances of living longer after cancer.

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Good news for anyone thinking of doing “Dry January” – one month without alcohol is linked to better sleep, mood and health.

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There is a strong link between regular physical exercise and good brain health, according to one study. Researchers found that just 12 weeks of consistent exercise caused improvements in memory and ...

A new study analyzed older adults who ate 60 grams of unsalted skin-roasted peanuts every day for 16 weeks. Scientists found that about two servings daily could increase verbal memory and blood flow ...

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Chelsea Rae Bourgeois is a health writer and registered dietitian nutritionist with over eight years of experience in the clinical setting. Her writing covers nutrition and overall health topics, ...