Chinamaxxers say avoiding cold water is the key to feeling better. We asked both a Traditional Chinese Medicine clinician and a longevity doctor to weigh in.
Winter has a way of slowing everything down, including in the human body. Heavier meals, less movement and the cold often leave people feeling bloated, tired or even mentally foggy.
Acting President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar and State Security and Peace Commission Chairman Senior General Min Aung Hlaing sent a video speech in honour of the opening of the 24th Myanmar Traditional Medicine Practitioners Conference and Myanmar Traditional Medicine Symposium on 16 December 2025. The full text of the translated video speech is as follows: —
author:Nina Agrawalsource:The New York Times2025-12-18
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People with prediabetes who get their blood sugar under control may cut their risk of death from heart disease or heart failure by half, according to new research.
In a small trial, people lost more weight and fat while eating a diet rich in minimally processed foods than they did eating a diet high in ultra-processed foods.
A sprinkle of cinnamon on your porridge, a pinch of turmeric in your curry, or a dash of ginger in your biscuits – these popular spices are kitchen staples around the world.
Recognizing the signs of a stroke and calling 911 immediately can significantly impact recovery outcomes. The F.A.S.T. acronym provides a simple way to identify stroke symptoms: