Tracy Swartz
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Children with autism showed significant improvement in symptoms with vitamin D — but it has to be delivered this way
The so-called "sunshine vitamin" is crucial for fetal brain development.
3 weird ways to keep your brain healthy — one you can do in the shower
"Don’t be afraid to test what works best for you!" Harvard-trained neuroscientist Kevin Woods told The Post.
Hot weather is killing your sperm — 6 ways to salvage fertility in summer heat waves
Studies suggest a connection between warmer months and reduced fertility rates, particularly related to male fertility.
This already-common cancer — and its deadliness — will significantly increase in the next 25 years: study
About 69,000 new cases and nearly 14,000 deaths are expected this year, according to the American Cancer Society.
5 sneaky clues that your body is fighting an invisible illness — and what to do about it
Besides pain, a person might experience fatigue, digestive issues and headaches.
PFAS breakthrough? Scientists eye easy way to rid the body of forever chemicals
There are over 4,700 PFAS, which are used to make items resistant to water, grease and stains.
If you can't read this headline without getting distracted, try the 'Take Five' method for better focus
Is your train of thought constantly derailing?
The 'silent disease' sneaking up on men — and 4 ways to battle it
"Unfortunately, there are no warning signs," Dr. Paul Lewis, an interventional radiologist at Ohio State, told The Post.
I'm 'Dr. Butthole' — beware this warning sign that could lead to a scary 'silent disease'
"The idea is to catch this early with early detection?anal?pap smears and full anoscopy," Dr. Evan Goldstein told The Post.
I thought I was a healthy teen — I constantly dismissed a sign that turned out to be a chronic disease
"It took me a really long time to even understand what was happening within my body," Gracie Cappelle, 19, told The Post.
Synthetic dyes found in 19% of US foods and drinks — 'worst offenders' ID'd in new study
"Given the accumulation of evidence over the last 40 years pointing to the health harms of synthetic dyes, it’s disappointing to see that they’re still so prevalent in our food...
Meet the 'crunchy' college students crusading against ultra-processed foods and forever chemicals on TikTok
"I still eat out with my friends every once in a while, and I still go do fun things," one teen shared, "but it's just about choosing to make intentional...
Where you should sit in a restaurant, on a plane and on your train or bus commute to prevent hearing loss
Hearing loss is a common problem that affects about 15% of US adults, or roughly 40 million Americans.
This single habit can cut colorectal cancer death risk by 39%?— but it's different from government guidelines
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common and deadliest cancers worldwide — it's expected to cause nearly 53,000 deaths?in the US this year.
5 easy ways to cut cravings — including one that’s a ‘huge’ but underappreciated contributor to cancer risk
Do you crumble when you see cookies? Go nuts when you spot a charcuterie board?
Why sleeping on your back is the unhealthiest position — and the one exception when it's actually the best
Are you on the right side of history when it comes to your sleep position?
Sweaty at the gym? This common workout habit can put you at risk for a vaginal infection
Experts say exercising on your period is absolutely fine — and even beneficial — because hitting the gym can reduce menstrual pain, boost mood and potentially ease bloating.
4 foods that will jumpstart your sex life — and a few that immediately kill the mood
Before you turn up the heat in the bedroom, turn up the heat in your oven.
I'm a doctor in rural Georgia — the illnesses, injuries and infections city folk couldn't imagine
Dr. Jim Hotz inspired the 1991 Michael J. Fox movie “Doc Hollywood," about a crackerjack young doctor who ends up in a small Southern town despite his big-city dreams.
Doctors' warning about 'insidious' social media trend damaging teen girls' health — with girls as young as 7 taking part
“We're setting a very high standard for these girls," one of the study authors said.