A food long blamed for clogged arteries has just turned up in a surprising brain-health finding. Researchers say the picture is more complicated than a green light for the cheese plate. What the Swedish Study Found A team from Lund University in Sweden, led by nutrition researcher Yufeng Du with senior author Emily Sonestedt, followed 27,670 adults for up to 25 years. … [Read more...] about Brie, cheddar, and other high-fat cheeses linked to lower dementia risk
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Snake Bite First Aid — What the CDC Says to Do First, and the Old Remedies That Make Things Worse
A snake bite is frightening, but it's rarely fatal when treated quickly. Of the 7,000 to 8,000 people bitten by venomous snakes in the United States each year, about five die, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the CDC says deaths would be much higher if people did not seek care. The key is to know what to do, and what not to do. Step … [Read more...] about Snake Bite First Aid — What the CDC Says to Do First, and the Old Remedies That Make Things Worse
14 Foods to Cut Back On After 50 — and the Smarter Swaps Dietitians Recommend
Our grandparents ate fresh, local food, while today's shelves are packed with ready-made products loaded with sugar, salt and additives. After 50, metabolism slows and heart and blood sugar risks rise, so what's in your cart matters more. No food is strictly banned, but these 14 are worth eating far less often. The Drinks Aisle 1. Soda. Sugar-sweetened drinks are the … [Read more...] about 14 Foods to Cut Back On After 50 — and the Smarter Swaps Dietitians Recommend