Omar Al-Heeti

1 week ago | cnet.com | Amanda Capritto |Omar Al-Heeti |Nasha Addarich Martínez

There is a lot to love about the summer months but it is also a time when you have to be more aware of your water bottle. In the hot weather, you're more likely to sweat, which means your body's water levels are more likely to be depleted. But exactly how much water should you be drinking? Should you follow the "eight glasses a day" advice or is that a hydration myth? To get to the bottom of what our water consumption should look like this summer, we talked with a registered dietitian.

1 week ago | cnet.com | Mandy Sleight |Omar Al-Heeti

A balanced diet plays a major role in ensuring that you stay healthy. But did you know that there is evidence to suggest that certain foods may even reduce your risk of developing cancer? That's right. While there's no miracle food out there, studies show that certain ingredients may offer some protective benefits. We asked doctors and experts which foods have been shown to potentially decrease cancer risk.

2 weeks ago | cnet.com | Hedy Phillips |Omar Al-Heeti

Although the state of New Jersey has reported only three recent cases of measles, two major events may have sharply increased the odds of an outbreak in the state. On May 15, the state warned residents and travelers about an exposure event at the troubled Newark Airport, on May 12 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. ET.

3 weeks ago | cnet.com | Amanda Capritto |Omar Al-Heeti |Nasha Addarich Martínez

Summer will be here before we know it. With it comes hot weather, more sweat and a higher chance of becoming dehydrated. Whether you're hitting the gym, working from home or soaking up the sun, staying hydrated plays a bigger role in your health than you might think. So what's the right number to follow? Eight glasses a day? Half your body weight in ounces? What if you get bored with the taste of regular water? Do you add chia seeds?

3 weeks ago | cnet.com | Amanda Capritto |Omar Al-Heeti |Nasha Addarich Martínez

Drinking enough water sounds easy, but figuring out how much you actually need each day can get confusing fast. Some people stick to the old "eight glasses a day" rule, while others say you should drink half your body weight in ounces. So which one's right? To sort it out, we talked to a registered dietitian. Whether you're hitting the gym, working from home or just trying to avoid that afternoon slump, staying hydrated plays a bigger role in your health than you might think.