Health Fusion

Your morning mug of coffee helps perk you up and may cut your risk of heart disease and other health issues. But the benefits don't stop there. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Willia…

When you scroll through social media posts, you're bound to see pictures of cute animals. People just love them and seem to want to empathize with them. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," V…

In the garden, some flowers are hearty and can thrive in conditions that would cause more delicate blooms to wither. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams talks to a Mayo Clinic p…

Want to work more protein and plants into your daily diet? Try a protein-packed blueberry banana smoothie. Viv Williams share her recipe in this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion."

Just like humans, plants need proper nutrition to grow and thrive. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams offers tips on how to fill raised beds for vegetable garden success.

Raised garden beds help take some of the strain out of growing vegetables and flowers. Viv Williams and her family updated their kitchen garden with raised beds they assembled during a snowy spring d…

News about the heart-healthy benefits of cranberries has prompted questions about dried cranberries. Do they also provide the same perks? In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams sha…

We live in a nonstop, stressed out world. Researchers continue to churn out studies that show how chronic stress erodes your mental and physical health. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," V…

What makes some people creative problem solvers and others, not? Your ability to think creatively may have to do with how your brain forges new pathways. Viv Williams has the details of a new study i…

Fresh fruits and vegetables or frozen. Which is the more nutritious option? In this episode of "Health Fusion," Viv Williams digs into research and her fridge and freezer to get some answers.

Money matters can put stress on a relationship and erode your personal wellbeing. So when it comes to bank accounts, is it better to keep things separate or pool finances with your partner? Viv Willi…

Cranberries are often front and center at meals during the holidays. But you might want to think about eating them every day, year round. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams has…

Wouldn't it be great if you had the power to feel younger for longer as you age? In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams talks to a Mayo Clinic cardiologist about how making small c…

Is drinking wine good for your health or not? Some studies say yes. Others say no. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams checks out a study that's in the "yes" category. It's abou…

When you're hungry and open the refrigerator, what you see first is likely to end up as your snack. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion," Viv Williams gets tips from a cardiologist on how to a…

Plants, like people, need a balanced diet to grow and thrive. Fruits and veg get their food from soil. So before you throw in fertilizer, get a soil test to find out what kind of nutrients will be be…

If you're one of the many people who exercises like crazy, but can't shed weight, Viv Williams has some news for you. In this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion" she shares details of a study about w…

Yogurt may help reduce your risk of diabetes. Researchers may have figured out how and why. Viv Williams has details in this episode of NewsMD's "Health Fusion."

High price tags keep many people from eating fresh fruits and vegetables. One solution is to grow your own, even if you don't have room for a garden. Viv Williams has tips on starting seeds for homeg…

Napping can boost your energy level during the day without ruining a good night's sleep. And daytime snoozes can be super helpful when adjusting to daylight saving time. But only if you nap the right…