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Spotlight On: Gut Health

1 year ago

Native Americans want to avoid Medicaid snafus as work requirements loom -- As states prepare to implement changes to Medicaid required by President Trump's recent tax-and-spending law, tribal leaders say they are concerned Native American enrollees could lose their coverage.

1 day ago

Pediatrics group's COVID vaccine recommendations differ from CDC advice -- The American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC have shared different recommendations for children getting COVID-19 vaccines. Here's what to know.

16 hours ago

Many people using OTC birth control pills previously used nothing, study finds -- Two years ago, the first over-the-counter birth control pill was approved. Now, new research looks at who's switching to it and why.

2 days ago

Texas health officials declare measles outbreak in state is over -- The Texas Department of State Health Services declared the end of this year's measles outbreak, which has seen 762 confirmed cases​ and two deaths in the state.

2 days ago

Hundreds may have been exposed to rabies in Grand Teton National Park -- Up to 500 people stayed at the eight Grand Teton National Park cabins that were affected, officials said.

4 days ago

Wegmans recalls cheese products due to potential listeria contamination -- Wegmans is recalling its brand of medium camembert cheese and products that contain it due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.

7 days ago

Americans get 55% of their calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC report says -- More than half of Americans' calorie intake is from ultra-processed foods, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

13 days ago

Eli Lilly weight loss pill shows promise in latest clinical trial -- In a Phase 3 trial, drugmaker Eli Lilly and Company said it's oral GLP-1 pill showed similar results to injectable weight loss options after a 72-week period.

13 days ago

Cutting back on red meat? Here are other expert-approved sources of iron. -- Iron is a vital mineral that supports bodily functions, but getting it from red meat can also come with some negative health effects. Here are good alternatives.

23 days ago

Coke with cane sugar or corn syrup? Here's what health experts say -- President Trump said Coca-Cola has agreed to use cane sugar​ in its U.S. cola, which is currently sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. Is one of them actually better for your health?

1 month ago

This number of steps a day can reduce risk of death, diseases, analysis finds -- Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard.

28 days ago

New recommendations to measure obesity go beyond controversial BMI -- Body Mass Index, or BMI, has long been criticized as an unreliable method for measuring obesity - and now a group of experts is sharing new recommendations for how to use it.

7 months ago

Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here's how to tell. -- Looking to amp up your exercise​ as part of your New Year's resolutions​? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.

7 months ago

Is dairy disturbing your dreams? Here's what a study found out. -- In the study, published Monday in journal Frontiers in Psychology​, 40.2% of participants reported certain eating habits affected their sleep.

1 month ago

6 STRETCHES TO TRY FOR A BETTER NIGHT SLEEP -- Stretching can be a beneficial step to add to your bedtime routine, experts say. Here are some moves to consider.

3 months ago

Insomnia can lead to heart issues. A psychologist shares tips for better sleep. -- Research has found that bad sleep could lead to numerous health problems, including heart disease. Here are recommendations to improve sleep.

5 months ago

Is daylight saving time bad for your health? A neurologist explains. -- Researchers are discovering that "springing ahead" each March for daylight saving time is connected with serious negative health effects.

5 months ago

Expert tips for sleeping better as you age -- It's common among older adults to not get a consistent full night's rest, but there are ways to improve sleep issues. A sleep psychologist shares tips.

5 months ago

How one community is fighting rising syphilis infections -- The Navajo Nation has a unique program to fight sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis.

4 months ago

What is micro-cheating? Relationship experts share what to know. -- Micro-cheating, whether intentional or not, can negatively impact a couple in a number of ways. Here's what to know, according to relationship experts.

5 months ago

6 GREEN FLAGS TO LOOK FOR IN A PARTNER, ACCORDING TO RELATIONSHIP EXPERTS -- Daters are often aware of red flags​, or undesirable traits or behaviors to avoid in a potential partner​. But what about green flags? Here's what experts say to look for.

6 months ago

U.S. moms report large decline in mental health in recent years, study finds -- Only about a fourth of moms in the United States say they have "excellent" physical and mental health, according to a new study.

2 months ago

Feeling anti-social? You're not alone. But here's why it could hurt your health. -- Loneliness can impact both your mental and physical health. Here's what to know, according to experts.

5 months ago

Plane crashes can spark fear of flying. Here are tips to help you cope. -- If headlines of recent plane crashes​ have you worried about air travel, you're not alone - but there are things to keep in mind to ease flying anxiety.

6 months ago

What is red light therapy? Dermatologist explains the skin care trend -- Red light therapy, also known as LED therapy, is trending for skin care. Here's what to know about it, according to a dermatologist.

6 months ago

Dads can get postpartum depression too. Here's what to know. -- Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition,​ isn't just something new moms​ can struggle with - studies show new dads can also be affected.

6 months ago

Chocolate for gut health? An expert shares what makes your gut happy. -- Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This Is Your Brain on Food," shares elements to include in your diet​ ​for boosting both physical and mental health.

1 year ago

What's the deal with probiotics? Should you be taking one? -- Probiotic supplements, mixtures meant to replicate the healthy bacteria found inside our gut, are everywhere - but should you be taking them? We asked experts.

1 year ago

What you should eat to support your gut-brain connection -- Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.

1 year ago

What is a balance bike? The benefits of the training wheel-free option for kids. -- While bikes with training wheels teach kids to pedal, steer and brake, balance bikes focus on the balance aspect from the start.

8 months ago

Exercising like this could give those over 40 extra years of life, research says -- Exercising​ like the most active 25% of Americans can help those over 40 add an extra 5 years to their life on average, according to new research.

8 months ago