Many people trying to lose weight focus only on cardio, but strength training may be equally important for lasting results. Research shows that building muscle can boost your metabolism, help you burn more calories throughout the day, and improve your overall body composition.

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Did you know the average American gets more than twice as much sodium as their body needs? Too much can lead to a stroke, heart disease, and high blood pressure. How to know if you're overdoing it: https://t.co/kyG0S77hex

Caffeinated drinks like coffee and tea have long been linked with irregular heartbeats. Although the findings about them are mixed, skip energy drinks -- they appear to raise the risk of AFib. https://t.co/L1ulkfDPRm

You’re sneezing and sniffling, and you feel crummy. Allergies may be your first thought, but allergies aren't the only condition that can create these symptoms. Could it be the flu or COVID? What to know: https://t.co/NmzKRz8x53

When your blood sugar is too high, your body takes water from all over your body to help get rid of it -- including your skin. https://t.co/AzVQUuu8jE

Chocolate is one of the most confusing foods in nutrition science – hailed as a superfood for its potential heart, brain, and anti-inflammatory benefits, yet criticized as sugary, fatty junk food. Scientists do agree on one thing. If chocolate has health benefits, they likely

Ice is natural and sugar free, so you might think chewing on it is harmless. But snacking on hard, frozen cubes can chip or even crack your teeth. https://t.co/okqlUozk4Y

If you have pain in your arms, legs, or both, your muscles may not be getting enough blood -- a problem called claudication. More possible reasons for body aches: https://t.co/QrowmNnL13

Diabetes can cause higher than normal levels of blood sugar and of fats like triglycerides. Over time, these could damage nerves in your hands and feet, and cause a constant or occasional burning feeling. https://t.co/sQ5B7EUh33

Too much of certain foods can make it harder for your liver to do its job. Over time, that may lead to inflammation, which in turn could cause cirrhosis. https://t.co/HjPiNDc4St

Are fish oil supplements good for your heart -- and what does the evidence say? A cardiologist breaks down what you need to know. https://t.co/LYG2p0E63O

Seeds are loaded with magnesium, a mineral that helps control your blood pressure and relax your blood vessels - just make sure they're unsalted. https://t.co/23J3VcSVSW

Two lesser known nutrients that help keep bones healthy are magnesium and potassium. One delicious way to get some of both of those nutrients is by eating a baked medium-size sweet potato with no salt. https://t.co/Pc3fDGoQYR

Fruit has fiber and other nutrients you need -- but, it also has natural sugar, and some have more than others. Find out which ones have the most and least sugar. https://t.co/YcmVz949QB

The secret to raising a more emotionally resilient kid might start in an unexpected place: their gut. A new study in Nature Communications linked children’s gut bacteria from birth to age 2 with their risk of developing anxiety and depression symptoms up to five years later.

Stress and worry aren’t great germ fighters. Just having anxious thoughts can weaken your immune response in as little as 30 minutes. https://t.co/7fiAIam1bm

Bananas aren't just a go-to source of potassium -- they also supply your gut with inulin, a type of fiber that helps good bacteria grow. 🍌 https://t.co/DkSTqDxqOl

Good news for coffee lovers: Your morning cup could be doing your lungs a favor. Research points to a connection between regular coffee and healthier lungs. ☕ https://t.co/fpOfuXjTkB

As you get older, your body doesn’t deal as well with salt intake. Too much salt can raise your blood pressure and lead to swelling. More on how aging affects your heart: https://t.co/ZXC39VYWxz