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Benefits of resistance training for people with prediabetes

Exercising can lower the risk for disease

By uclahealth • July 12, 2021

The benefits of acupuncture for cancer patients and survivors

Cancer treatments often cause pain and uncomfortable side effects that can last well beyond the final treatment. To manage that pain, many people turn to acupuncture, a method of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). According to TCM, pain stems from a blockage in the body’s flow of energy (called qi). Acupuncture balances [...]

By uclahealth • June 15, 2021

Added sugars in diet can cause fat accumulation in liver

Learn more about how added sugars can negatively affect your health

By Ask the Doctors • June 14, 2021

Cardio or weightlifting: What’s best for your fitness goals?

Find out the best approach to get back in shape

By Chayil Champion • May 5, 2021

Getting back to the medical care you missed during the COVID-19 pandemic

Now is the time to reschedule a visit with your doctor

By uclahealth • May 5, 2021

Is the keto diet right for you?

Learn about the benefits of ketosis

By Chayil Champion • April 29, 2021

Is plant-based protein for you? Here’s what you need to know

Learn how plant-based proteins can reduce the risk of chronic diseases

By uclahealth • April 22, 2021

Pandemic weight gain is real

Studies show many Americans gained more than 20 pounds during one year of COVID-19

By Sandy Cohen • April 2, 2021

What should we be eating?

How important is the Glycemic Index?

By Chayil Champion • March 31, 2021

Why you should have your blood pressure checked in both arms

A recent study reveals link between blood pressure and risk of heart attacks

By uclahealth • March 22, 2021