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Eating junk food can feel irresistible, especially when it’s convenient and tasty. However, frequent consumption of processed and high-sugar foods can lead to various health issues, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Breaking the cycle of junk food consumption requires a strategic approach. Here are 7 tips to help you…

Deadlines are approaching for the next edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, set to be released in 2025. These guidelines provide crucial advice on healthy eating habits that promote growth, prevent chronic diseases, and meet nutrient requirements. The expert Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which was formed in early 2023,…

Federal officials have announced the end of a Salmonella outbreak traced to cucumbers. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated on August 22, revealing that 551 people were affected by the outbreak, an increase from 449 reported on August 14. The outbreak impacted 34 states and the District of Columbia,…

A new report from the US government, expected to spark significant discussion, has found that fluoride levels in drinking water that exceed the recommended amount may be linked to lower IQs in children. This report, the first from a federal agency to “moderately confidently” establish this connection, reviews existing research…

Recent research suggests that a drug initially developed to fight cancer could be repurposed to treat early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers at Penn State have found that blocking an enzyme known as indoleamine-2,3-dioxygenase 1 (IDO1) can improve memory and brain function in models that simulate Alzheimer’s disease. IDO1 inhibitors have already…

Dr. Daniel Amen, a psychiatrist and brain-imaging researcher from California, recently shared strategies for managing anxiety with his 2.8 million TikTok followers. He highlighted the increasing prevalence of anxiety, noting that it has doubled in children and tripled in adults. Stress and anxiety can impact the entire body, leading to…

On Thursday, U.S. regulators approved new COVID-19 vaccines designed to target recent virus strains and upcoming winter variants. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared Pfizer and Moderna to begin shipping millions of doses. Novavax, another U.S. vaccine manufacturer, plans to release its updated version slightly later. Dr. Peter…

Two recent letters express dissatisfaction with the Biden-Harris Administration’s handling of the avian flu outbreak and offer recommendations for improvement. Hannah Connor, Deputy Director of Environmental Health at the Center for Biological Diversity, sent a letter to Mandy Cohen, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The…

The number of patients affected by a dangerous outbreak linked to edible products continues to grow, with 145 new cases reported this week. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating the Diamond Shruumz brand, which includes chocolate bars, gummies, and cones. The outbreak has spread across 29 states, resulting…

Colleen Quigley, a world record holder and steeplechase athlete who competed for the US in the 2016 Rio Olympics, has revealed an unusual aspect of her training regimen on Instagram. The 31-year-old athlete posted a video demonstrating a tongue-pulling exercise she incorporates into her routine. In the video, Quigley shows…