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Is Soy Bad for You? What To Know About the Health Effects of This Popular Plant Protein

1 day ago | health.com | Jillian Kubala |Hannah Harper |Kayla Girgen

zoranm / Getty Images Soybeans are legumes rich in nutrients like protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals like potassium, magnesium, folate, and iron. Soy is the base of many popular foods, including tofu, tempeh, soy sauce, soy milk, and many plant-based meat alternatives. Some people have concerns about soy, as it can affect hormone levels in the body when consumed in very high amounts.
How Much Water Should You Drink for Weight Loss?

2 days ago | health.com | Chelsea Rae Bourgeois |Hannah Harper |Kayla Girgen

The Good Brigade / Getty Images Water is the most abundant component in the body and is essential to overall health and wellness. In the body, it helps transport nutrients, regulate body temperature, eliminate waste, and support digestion. It also plays a key role in weight loss. Research shows that drinking water can influence your appetite, metabolism, and overall calorie intake. There isn't a one-size-fits-all recommendation for daily water intake. Your water needs depend on several factors.
18 Underrated Fruits That Are Packed With Nutrients

2 days ago | health.com | Lindsey Desoto |Nick Blackmer

alvarez / Getty Images All fruits are healthy. However, some fruits have higher concentrations of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and protective plant compounds linked to better health. These fruits are called “superfruits.” Some examples of fruits high in nutrients include berries, melons, and pomegranates. 1. Blueberries Blueberries are a small but mighty superfruit packed with nutrients.
What Does Atopic Dermatitis Look Like on Darker Skin?

3 days ago | health.com | Maggie Aime |Casey Gallagher

Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, can lead to dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. It often comes and goes in flares. Atopic dermatitis affects people of all skin tones, but it doesn't always look like the red, itchy rash you might expect. Atopic dermatitis can look different on darker skin, making it difficult to diagnose. Knowing how atopic dermatitis looks on darker skin can help you get the care and relief you need.
Do You Have a Retroverted Uterus? How To Know and What You Can Do About It

4 days ago | health.com | Brandi Jones |Peter Weiss

Svetlana Repnitskaya / Getty Images A retroverted uterus, also called a tilted or tipped uterus, happens when your uterus (womb) tilts backward toward your spine instead of forward over your bladder. It occurs in about 20% of people with a uterus. Most people don't know they have a retroverted uterus unless a provider discovers it during a routine pelvic or gynecological checkup. A retroverted uterus typically doesn't affect overall health and doesn't require treatment.
5 Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis in Darker Skin To Talk to Your Doctor About

4 days ago | health.com | Ruth Jessen Hickman |Katlein França

Maskot / Getty Images Atopic dermatitis may be more challenging for healthcare providers to identify because its color differs in people with darker skin than in people with lighter skin. Atopic dermatitis, the most common type of eczema, leads to chronic (long-term) inflammation in areas of the skin. With darker skin, this skin inflammation doesn’t usually look red like in people with lighter skin. Instead, the affected skin may have a darker brown or purplish color.
Recall Roundup: Beans and Tomatoes Pulled From Shelves This Week

5 days ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

Israel Sebastian / Getty Images / HealthThere were two major food recalls in the week of May 5, 2025. Canned beans were recalled over an undeclared allergen, and tomatoes were impacted due to possible Salmonella contamination. Do not eat these products, and toss or return them instead. The week of May 5, 2025, saw major recalls of two kitchen staples. Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans, inspired by the hit TV series, have been recalled in 23 states due to an undeclared allergen.
Allergies and Ear Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

5 days ago | health.com | Sarah Hudgens |Jurairat J. Molina

ozgurcankaya / Getty Images Allergic rhinitis (nasal allergies) occurs when an immune response to an allergen, like pollen, causes inflammation. This can lead to congestion in your sinuses. Because your sinuses are connected to your ears, inflammation can also lead to ear pain. Both seasonal and perennial allergies can cause ear pain. Seasonal allergies usually come and go based on pollen levels. Perennial allergies are more persistent, triggered by allergens such as pet dander or dust.
People of Color Experience Eczema Differently—Here's Where You Can Get Support

6 days ago | health.com | Alexandria Nyembwe |Casey Gallagher

Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images Eczema is a skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and sometimes discolored or bumpy skin. Symptoms can come and go over time, and skin may become inflamed or swollen. Eczema may affect people with darker skin differently. Eczema often looks red on lighter skin. On Black and brown skin, flare-ups may look dark brown, purple, or gray. People who are Black may also get small, itchy bumps on their chest, arms, or legs, known as papular eczema.
18 Fruits Packed With Iron To Give You More Energy

1 week ago | health.com | Lindsey Desoto |Aviv Joshua

istetiana / Getty Images Iron is a mineral needed to produce hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells. Hemoglobin delivers oxygen from the lungs to the rest of your body. Iron is also essential for healthy skin, hair, and nails. Sometimes people can have trouble getting enough iron, leading to fatigue, weakness, and shortness of breath. The best dietary sources of iron include red meat, poultry, and green vegetables.