How to Get More Protein In Your Diet When You Don't Eat Meat

PhillyBite Healthy 11/23 1:29A PhillyBite.com@gmail.com (Philly

Philadelphia, PA - There are many reasons why some people choose not to eat meat. Some find it against their religious or cultural beliefs, whereas others may abstain from meat for health reasons....

How to help an upset stomach after a Thanksgiving feast

Philly Voice (Health) 11/23 1:16A Michael Tanenbaum

Thanksgiving is often a main event for big meals and biting off more than you can chew, but following a variety of tips to get ahead of common discomforts can help relieve issues like bloating, heartburn, nausea and upset stomach. Practicing...

Nearly half of young people listen to music too loudly; here's how to safely use headphones

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 2:57P Tracey Romero

When listening to headphones, noise levels should be no more than 85 decibels for adults and 75 decibels for children, audiologists say. Yet, many young people place their hearing at risk by commonly listening to music at 105 decibels when using...

Doctors often miss depression symptoms for certain groups, but a routine screening policy could...

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 2:43P Maria Garcia, University of Cali

Clinicians are less likely to recognize and treat depression symptoms in certain groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, men, older adults and people with language barriers. But implementing universal, routine depression screening for...

Treating long COVID is rife with guesswork

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 2:42P Blake Farmer, Nashville Public R

There not standard protocol for treating long COVID despite dozens of major medical centers having established specialized COVID-19 clinics. And experts are casting a wide net for treatments, with few ready for formal clinical trials.

Intermittent fasting linked to eating disorder behaviors, research shows

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 2:37P Tracey Romero

Intermittent fasting is among the most popular diets, but studies have suggested it carries a mixed bag of potential benefits and drawbacks. The latest study found intermittent fasting is associated with a higher prevalence of eating disorder...

Omicron-specific boosters offer better protection than original COVID-19 vaccine, data shows

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 10:14A Tracey Romero

The new COVID-19 boosters that target the omicron subvariants are more effective at preventing infections than the original vaccines, according to the first real-world data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But some...

Elevated levels of 'good' cholesterol may not protect heart health, study finds

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 7:02A Tracey Romero

High-density lipoprotein or HDL cholesterol may not protect against heart disease as previously thought. A new study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests high HDL levels are not associated with lower risk of heart attack.

Carbon monoxide detectors can be life savers if they’re properly installed and maintained

Philly Voice (Health) 11/22 5:10A Peter Key, Sponsored by Independ

One product found in a home improvement store could prove very important to your health — a carbon monoxide detector.

Parents' words carry weight when discussing obesity with their children

Philly Voice (Health) 11/21 4:18P Tracey Romero

Parents need to choose their words carefully when discussing obesity and weight issues with their children, experts say. A new study shows many children feel embarrassed or shamed when their parents use the words "overweight," "fat" and...

Common pain relievers like ibuprofen, naproxen may worsen arthritis inflammation, study finds

Philly Voice (Health) 11/21 6:21A Tracey Romero

New research questions the long-term benefit of using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, like ibuprofen and naproxone, to treat osteoarthritis. A study finds these drugs, including the brands Advil, Motrin and Aleve, may worsen...

A CrossFit medalist opens up about her bumpy road to success

Philly Voice (Health) 11/21 5:26A Lauren Taylor, For Independence

Against all the odds stacked against her, Lauren Taylor won second place in the Women’s Neuromuscular Division at the 2022 CrossFit Games.

How to Survive Thanksgiving on a Diet

PhillyBite Healthy 11/21 12:54A PhillyBite.com@gmail.com (Jason

Philadelphia, PA - Whether you're on a diet or want to enjoy your Thanksgiving meal without feeling guilty, it's a good idea to know what to avoid. For example, you should never use the crust on your...

As STDs proliferate, companies rush to market at-home test kits. But are they reliable?

Philly Voice (Health) 11/18 5:19P Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News

With the number of sexually transmitted disease cases rapidly increasing, scientists are urging the federal government to greenlight at-home testing kits that could vastly multiply the number of Americans testing for STDs. Some are being sold...

Hey, new parents – go ahead and 'spoil' that baby!

Philly Voice (Health) 11/18 4:42P Amy Root, West Virginia Universi

Parents should respond promptly and consistently to infant cries through at least 6 months of age, research shows. When babies are soothed during times of distress, they learn that their caregivers are trustworthy and reliable. Studies also...