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Spotlight On: Gut Health

8 months ago

FDA lays off bird flu leadership, among steep cuts to senior veterinarians -- More than 130 staff were cut from the FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine, officials said.

4 hours ago

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

6 hours ago

RFK Jr. purges CDC and FDA's public records transparency teams -- It is unclear what will happen to hundreds of pending requests for public information as the health agencies slash staff.

9 hours ago

HHS sued by 23 states, D.C. over $11 billion in cuts to public health funding -- The lawsuit, filed in Rhode Island, calls the HHS cuts to public health grants illegal.

9 hours ago

Intermittent fasting or calorie cutting for weight loss? What a new study found. -- Intermittent fasting has long been a controversial weight loss technique. A new study looks at how effective it is compared to daily calorie counting.

13 hours ago

What food dye bans mean for your health and the food in your fridge -- West Virginia is banning seven artificial food dyes, including Red No. 40, in the most sweeping state level food dye ban in the U.S. -- Mar 26

13 hours ago

Foods that trigger acid reflux, how to prevent it and when to see a doctor -- An estimated 20% of Americans suffer from GERD, a chronic form of acid reflux that goes beyond occasional heartburn. Here's what to know. -- Mar 25

6 days ago

These egg substitutes can help in the kitchen when supplies run short -- Chefs say there are some easy swaps home cooks can make as bird flu causes egg shortages at grocery stores around the country. -- Feb 6

7 days ago

What is "food noise"? And how to help quiet it, according to experts -- Food noise, the constant thought or internal chatter about food, is gaining visibility amid increased understanding and interest in weight loss and management. -- Jan 25

7 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.

2 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.

3 months 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.

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.

12 days 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.

24 days 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.

29 days ago

Snoozing on the couch can disrupt your sleep. These expert tips can help. -- Falling asleep on the couch is a small habit that can have a big impact on your sleep, leaving you wide awake when you move into bed for the night.

2 months ago

"Sleepmaxxing" trend has young adults optimizing their sleep -- Sleep optimization, or "sleepmaxxing," is a popular trend among a younger demographic, but experts share a few words of caution.

3 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. -- Mar 12

9 hours 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. -- Feb 14

20 days 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.

13 days 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.

1 month 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.

1 month 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.

2 months ago

Trendy "low-buy" challenges can be good for your wallet and mental health -- A modified version of previously trendy "no buy" pledges, the low-buy version attracts a wider audience who finds the flexible approach more accessible and manageable.

2 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.

8 months 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.

8 months 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.

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.

3 months ago

Shopping - The best lead-free Stanley cup alternatives - While the lead in Stanley Quenchers is unlikely to cause harm, there are lead-free water bottles available. Sep 23, 2024

2 months ago