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You may not need hours at the gym to boost your health after all. Researchers say just 30 minutes of high-intensity exercise per week — broken into tiny bursts of effort that leave you out of breath — can dramatically improve cardiovascular fitness, lower the risk of dozens of diseases, and even help protect the brain as we age. The key isn’t how long you exercise, but how hard you push yourself. Read More.

A sweeping new analysis from researchers at the University of Cambridge is reshaping what we know about menopause. The transition has long been associated with hot flashes, night sweats, and sleep changes — but scientists are now uncovering deeper neurological shifts that may help explain why women experience higher rates of dementia than men. Read More.

Research suggests watermelon could be one of summer’s tastiest secrets for better heart health and nutrition. Read More.

Targeted training becomes more important in old age if you want to live as long - and as well - as possible. Longevity expert Shirley Eichenberger-Archer explains in an interview why this is the case and what you need to pay attention to. Read More.

DJ Shipley says lasting fitness results don’t come from extreme routines, but from repeating small habits like walking, training consistently and building daily momentum Read More.

DJ Shipley says lasting fitness results don’t come from extreme routines, but from repeating small habits like walking, training consistently and building daily momentum Read More.

Researchers have identified what appears to be part of the brain and the body’s internal “enough, stop scratching now” system, and when that system is missing, scratching can turn into a runaway train. Read More.

There are mobility exercises that just hit differently when it comes to making a real difference to your body — and the caterpillar walk is one such move. Read More.

After being on a list of potential donors for 12 years or so, this past month saw me finally have the opportunity to give away some of my stem cells. Read More.

Patients — and their doctors — have been desperate for a more effective pancreatic cancer treatment for decades. Now one appears to be within reach. Read More.

Get leaner and more defined at the same time, with the scale barely moving. The truth is less magical and more mechanical, but yes, you can gain muscle while losing fat if you treat it like a science experiment, not a crash diet. Read More.

Scientists are constantly learning more about how your gut communicates with your brain, and vice versa. Now, the latest research dives into the potential impact of coffee and how it impacts your gut-brain axis—and the findings are pretty cool. Read More.

Cardiologist says wearables can detect atrial fibrillation that standard physical exams often miss Read More.

Your perfect workout playlist could secretly help you push nearly 20% further before hitting exhaustion. Read More.

Two foods keep coming up: walnuts and almonds. They are both smart, but they help your brain in different ways. Read More.