Breast cancer survivor says her 120-pound weight loss helped save her life: ‘Strong, confident and healthy’

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[ad_1] Tamara Loving, a mother of two from Huntington Beach, California, believes her dramatic weight loss helped her beat breast cancer. In 2016, when she was 37, Loving embarked on a weight loss journey. After joining WeightWatchers and spending eight months of meal-prepping, healthy eating and exercising, she lost 120 pounds — down to 150 … Read more

Are pig heart transplants a reality? Successful surgery shows it’s possible – National

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[ad_1] Lawrence Faucette, a 58-year-old United States veteran, was dying of heart failure and had explored nearly every avenue for a life-saving transplant. Amidst the uncertainty, a glimmer of hope remained: an unconventional yet promising possibility — the gift of a pig’s heart. On Sept. 20, the married father of two became the second patient … Read more

Iran may not want a full-blown war with Israel, but it may be dragged into one

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[ad_1] Editor’s Note: A version of this story appears in CNN’s Meanwhile in the Middle East newsletter, a three-times-a-week look inside the region’s biggest stories. Sign up here. Abu Dhabi, UAE CNN  —  A day after Palestinian militant group Hamas launched its brutal attack on Israel, a curious video emerged out of Tehran’s Azadi stadium. Hundreds … Read more

8 Benefits of Eating More Sweet Potatoes

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[ad_1] Sweet potatoes are a healthy root vegetable chock full of antioxidants that protect your cells from damage. Plus, the nutrients in sweet potatoes are excellent for your gut, eyes, immune system, and more. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and zinc. This article explains eight … Read more

Tongxinluo capsules may improve health

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[ad_1] Share on PinterestCertain ingredients that are a part of traditional Chinese medicine can have anti-inflammatory effects on the heart. Michela Ravasio/Stocksy An acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is a serious type of heart attack that happens when a coronary artery suddenly becomes completely blocked. Investigators recently analyzed how Tongxinluo, a traditional Chinese medicine … Read more

Counting time instead of calories also controls blood sugar and belly fat

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[ad_1] Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Our eight-part guide shows you a delicious expert-backed eating lifestyle that will boost your health for life. CNN  —  People with type 2 diabetes who followed a time-restricted diet lost belly fat and improved their blood sugar as much as those who counted calories, according to … Read more

When should you get screened for breast cancer—and how often?

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[ad_1] Earlier this year, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force suggested several changes to its recommendations about when and how frequently women should begin receiving regular mammograms to screen for breast cancer. The updates were suggested after careful review of the latest evidence, according to John Wong, member of the USPSTF and internal medicine physician … Read more

10 Ways to Lose Weight After 60, According to Experts

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[ad_1] FOR MANY, SHEDDING unwanted weight is a struggle. Factor in age, and another level of difficulty unlocks. Hit the 60s, and losing any amount of weight can feel near impossible. Still, there’s much to be gained from achieving a healthy weight in your 60s and beyond. Maintaining proper body composition can help better your … Read more