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Thyme for some healing soup recipes from around the world

CAPRADIO.ORG – In nearly every culture, there's a soup known for its superpowers, especially when cooked with love by an elderly relative. There has been some scientific research into whether these curative feelings can be backed up by actual findings. In one frequently cited study from over 30 years ago, a researcher at the University of Nebraska looked into the healing potential of "Grandma's chicken soup" and discovered that chicken broth simmered with veggies might have...

Socks could really improve your sleep, experts say

Keeping those toes toasty can help regulate your core body temperature for more restful sleep, experts say.

Social Media Posts About Medical Tests With Potential for Overdiagnosis

Social media is known to promulgate misleading information about unhealthy products, such as alcohol and junk food, as well as misinformation about medical products.

Mayo Clinic Minute: Tips for better sleep

MAYO CLINIC NEWS  NETWORK – No matter if you need five hours of sleep or eight, the key is getting good, refreshing rest. According to Dr. Virend Somers, a cardiologist who specializes in sleep disorders, how much sleep a person needs varies from person to person. However, there are some simple tips that everyone can use to get better sleep. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:02) is in the downloads at the end of...

Husband watches in horror as rampaging hippo kills his wife on African safari tour

The husband of a woman killed by a hippo while on an African safari says the tour operator failed to keep her safe.

Sleeping pills stop the brain’s system for cleaning out waste

A specialized system sends pulses of pressure through the fluids in our brain.

Scientists Reveal Exercises That May Help Fight Off Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer's disease could be slowed by aerobic exercise, researchers say.

Your job may be affecting the quality of your sleep, new study finds

"The way job design has changed work endangers sleep health.”

Norovirus cases are surging. A doctor explains what to look for

Also sometimes called the Norwalk virus or winter vomiting bug, norovirus is an extremely contagious virus.

A Restful Yoga Routine for Insomnia

The key to yoga for sleep is to stick with calm and restorative poses. Though it may be tempting to think you should tire yourself out with intense workouts before bed, you actually want to calm your nervous system and wind down from your day. A study found that a regular yoga practice improved sleep efficiency, total sleep time, and how quickly participants fell asleep, among other improvements for those living with insomnia. Follow this routine to...

U.S. dietary guidelines should emphasize beans and lentils as protein, new proposal says

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Replacing some red and processed meats with plant-based protein sources could help address that.

Which foods are ‘healthy’? FDA has new requirements for food labels

Some foods that could previously carry the healthy label — such as white bread and heavily sweetened cereal and yogurt — will no longer qualify.

Exercising for 30 minutes improves memory, study suggests

“The idea is for people who have mild cognitive impairment, a very minor boost in cognitive performance on a day-to-day basis can make a huge difference.”

Southwest to end cabin service earlier due to potential in-flight turbulence

The airline noted that turbulence has been a "persistent and growing problem" in recent years.
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