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People take magnesium for many reasons, including sleep and workout recovery. However, if you take too much magnesium, it could impact your heart. Here's how.

These colorful berries are low in carbohydrates and packed with anthyocyanins, making them helpful in preventing heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.

While this common sleep position may have certain health benefits, it might not be the ideal sleep position if you're trying to reduce your risk of dementia.

It is unsurprising to dread the idea of death, including the pain that may accompany it. But certain diseases are simply more painful to die from than others.

Some people make magnesium supplements a part of their daily regimen because of their health benefits. Turns out, they may affect your colon cancer risk, too.

Research indicates that marijuana use can affect blood pressure. However, what happens when you smoke marijuana every day may depend on several factors.

While Australia has some dangerous animals, Texas also has its fair share of venomous creatures, including this animal whose venom can damage your kidneys.

This county in the U.S. has one of the highest dementia rates in the country, but why are so many of its residents falling prey to this neurological condition?

Diet can play a vital role in cholesterol, blood pressure, and stroke risk. This green vegetable contains the right mix of nutrients to help with all three.

Certain medications are often used in combination. These two are often prescribed together because of their complementary effects on heart disease and diabetes.

Getting a prostate cancer diagnosis isn't a death sentence. Still, it's important to know about its different stages, so that you'll know what to expect.

Not feeling "empty" after pooping could be a sign of something innocent like constipation. However, it could also point to something more serious.

Space travel creates many changes in the human body. In fact, scientists say one limitation on ours dreams of reaching Mars may be a common organ problem.

Your dietary choices can help you solve health problems such as high blood pressure or difficulty with poop. Turns out, there's a berry that may solve both.

Eating cabbage regularly could affect your risk of developing cancer. However, there is a catch you need to know about before you up your intake.

Having a balanced diet is crucial to taking care of your health. Incorporating these low-cholesterol snacks into your diet can also reduce your cancer risk.

This vegetable is packed with magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C, and it may even help prevent cancer. A dietitian shares tasty ways to enjoy it.

If you ever find yourself staring down this venomous Texas dweller, be careful. Statistics strongly suggest that it's better to avoid it than to face it.

You may feel like you're in perfect health, but beware: Not even routine cholesterol screening can catch stealth cholesterol, which can be quite dangerous.

Most people are repelled by the pungent odor of this infamous fruit -- but behind its stinky reputation hides some heart-healthy benefits (and tasty meat).

While you might associated this fruit with its ability to help you poop, its nutritional content can even play a role in lowering high blood pressure.

Among the various vegetables that can protect your heart, this one's among the lesser-known varieties. But remember: don't knock it until you've tried it.

If you're on a diet, fruit might not be at the top of your grocery list. However, this fruit is not only good for weightloss, it can also help prevent cancer.

Working independently, magnesium and potassium are an asset in fighting against high blood pressure, but what happens if you take them together?

A cognitive illness is among the top causes of death in Washington. In fact, it ranks higher in the state compared to other areas in the United States.

While this fruit is high in sugar, it contains several nutrients that may help protect against some cancers, diabetes, and even high cholesterol.

The benefits of beans extend beyond their high fiber content. In fact, one popular type of bean can play a role in preventing both diabetes and heart disease.