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Just because it contains gluten doesn't necessarily mean that it is bad for your health. On the contrary, grains are an important part of a healthy diet, as it offers much-needed fiber to assist in digestion. But there's new evidence suggesting that diets high in grains can lower the risk of mortality.Researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health say that eating more whole grains may lower the risk of early death. They discovered that people who ate at least 70 grams of whole gr …

You may want to rethink your job/career if you currently clock more than 40 hours per week, because a new study has found workaholics to have an increased risk of developing mental health disease and disorders.For the study, researchers from the University of Bergen, in Norway surveyed more than 16,000 working adults, with an average age of 37. Roughly 6,000 of the study's participants were men and 10,000 were women. Researchers discovered that workaholics had a greater risk of developing diso …

The average American checks his or her cellphone a whopping 46 times per day, according to Deloitte. Cellphones play an important role in modern-day living, allowing us to connect with friends and family, update our social media status, run apps, play games and more. While most people view cellphones as being completely harmless, a new study has linked prolonged usage to an increased risk of bran cancer.The study, conducted by researchers from the U.S. National Toxicology Program, involved expos …

Running is arguably one of the most beneficial forms of exercise on the planet. It engages nearly every muscle in your body, burning calories while building bigger muscles in the process. But like all exercises, there's an inherit risk of injury associated with running. So, what steps can you take to reduce the risk of injury while running?Change Your Running ShoesWhen was the last time that you bought a new of running shoes? Over time, shoes will reduce their …

How much fiber do you consume in your daily diet? According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), adults should consume 14 grams for every 1,000 calories daily. So if you consume 2,000 calories per day, you should strive for 28 grams of fiber in your daily diet.But many people fall short of this amount. And a new study has found that people who consume adequate fiber in their diets live a happier, healthier life when compared to their counterparts. Researchers from the West …