Are you eating enough of this healthy diet? It comes in a can, but experts swear it’s essential

Are you eating enough of this healthy diet?  It comes in a can, but experts swear it's essential

When most people think of so-called “superfoods” recommended for healthy living, something out of the can usually doesn’t come to mind. But one expert says there’s one supermarket staple that’s an important part of any balanced diet, and most of us don’t eat enough of it. Dr. Michael Moseley told the Daily Mail: “Cans of …

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Why do you crave chocolate? Experts share a possible health reason

Why do you crave chocolate?  Experts share a possible health reason

Chocolate Cravings: Have you been experiencing constant chocolate cravings lately? Do you find yourself wandering around your kitchen looking for chocolate at odd hours? Does it make you crave chocolate? Trust us, it’s more than just your love of chocolate. In fact, according to health experts, it could be a lack of certain nutrients in …

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According to experts, eating even 2 servings of red meat per week can increase the risk of developing diabetes

According to experts, eating even 2 servings of red meat per week can increase the risk of developing diabetes

According to recent research, eating more than one serving of red meat per week may significantly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Alternatives include chicken and seafood, in addition to plant-based proteins such as soy, nuts, eggs, and low-fat or fat-free dairy. Getty Images Eating more than one serving of red meat per …

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Money and mental health: Experts and lawmakers say lack of funding limits access

Money and mental health: Experts and lawmakers say lack of funding limits access

A lack of funding and resources can prevent Americans from getting the mental health care they need, experts say. “Let’s talk about resources, and then we can talk about the mental health crisis,” Susan Gurley, executive director of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, said during Wednesday morning’s panel: “Every Mind Matters: The Many …

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Lack of palliative care policy hampers service delivery, experts say

Lack of palliative care policy hampers service delivery, experts say

Experts said the lack of a national palliative care policy continually hampers the delivery of appropriate services to patients suffering from terminal illnesses like cancer. According to the latest statistics from the Ministry of Health, only 11 percent of the 500,000 Ugandans in need of palliative care can access these services. Speaking at the commemoration …

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