How Food Insecurity Is Linked to Liver Disease

The lack of access to affordable, nutritious food puts those with chronic liver disease at a higher risk of death, new research finds. Food insecurity, the limited availability of nutritionally adequate food, is a growing public health concern in the United States. Over 35 million Americans experience food insecurity annually, according to the U.S. Department […]

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5 Vasectomy Myths, Busted

If you’re done having kids (or don’t want to start), this procedure is an easy, foolproof and relatively painless solution to birth control. Whether or not you’re in a long-term committed relationship, birth control takes effort. One solution that requires no further upkeep or medical care is a vasectomy. It’s one of the most effective […]

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Is Your Ramen Ruining Your Health?

Noodling over ramen is more than a bad fast-food habit — it’s a potential health hazard. Cheap, quick and easy to make, ramen noodles have been a go-to snack, lunch or dinner ever since Momofuku Ando invented them in 1958. But fast doesn’t mean better — in fact, studies have uncovered several health risks associated with the instant noodles. […]

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