Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

NBC News

Everybody poops, but how often people go could reveal a lot about their long-term health, according to research published Tuesday in the journal Cell Reports Medicine. The study of more than 1,400 healthy adults found that people who pooped less frequently also had signs of decreased kidney function. People on the other end of the spectrum, who went far more than normal, showed signs of impaired liver function.

How often you poop can affect your health well beyond the gut, study suggests

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Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a digestive condition that causes symptoms like frequent abdominal pain, discomfort, diarrhea, and constipation. While the exact cause of IBS remains unknown, certain factors are known to trigger symptoms. Diet is one thing that may impact IBS. While some foods might alleviate IBS symptoms, others can make symptoms worse.Here are five foods that may be the worst for IBS. As you read through the list, keep in mind not everyone has the same trigger foods. What triggers one person may not affect another. Some people with...

5 Foods That Can Trigger Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Symptoms

Having a healthy gut not only aids in digestion and nutrient absorption, but it also supports a myriad of other parts of the body, including your immune system, brain, skin, heart and more. Since the extensive health benefits have come to light in recent years, many people are interested in boosting the well-being of our microbiomes. But contrary to what you might think, you don’t need to take an expensive supplement to support a healthy gut. In fact, certain drinks you may already have on-hand can make a big difference.

The Best Tea for Gut Health, According to Dietitians

We all get backed up now and then. And when constipation happens, you want fast relief from the discomfort. So, how can you make yourself poop? Experts have a few safe strategies to get your gut moving — and keep it moving normally. First, take a moment to reflect...

Backed up? Here are 11 expert-approved ways to make yourself poop

Deseret News

Researchers say there are health benefits associated with one to two bowel movements a day, which they deem the "Goldilocks zone."

Does your poop tell a story of your health?

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Maintaining a healthy gut is essential for overall well-being, but issues like gas and bloating can disrupt daily life. Certain cooking ingredients can exacerbate these symptoms, leading to discomfort and digestive distress. Being mindful of these in...

This Unexpected Common Cooking Ingredient Is Actually So Bad For Your Gut, Dietitians Say—It Practically Guarantees Gas & Bloating: Garlic

The Independent

 A deadly superbug that causes about 300,000 deaths a year evolved from being a common environmental bacterium and spread rapidly in just over two centuries, according to a new study that could help improve our understanding of immunity against invading bacteria.Pseudomonas aeruginosa can cause multidrug-resistant infections, particularly in people with underlying conditions such as cystic fibrosis and lung damage from smoking. It wasn’t always a specialised human killer, however.Scientists at the University of Cambridge assessed nearly 10,000 DNA samples infected by the bacterium from around the world to construct a “family tree” of the bug and found that just...

Superbug that now kills 300,000 people a year evolved rapidly from common bacteria

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) causes clay-colored, greasy stools that smell foul. A stool test to check for low levels of the elastase enzyme can help diagnose the condition. The pancreas usually makes digestive juices that provide enzymes to the small intestine and support the full breakdown of food. EPI is...

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency stool symptoms and stool test: What to know

According to experts at the Cleveland Clinic, “When it comes to testosterone levels, odds are you don’t measure up to your father. Studies show that age-specific testosterone levels in men have been in a slow and consistent decline for several decades.”. In other words, the average level of...

3 health conditions that steal your testosterone

Woman's World

For all women, estrogen is essential for sustaining the hair growth phase and boosting hair density on the scalp. But owing in large part to genetics, the follicles of some women are particularly dependent on the hormone, says endocrinologist Geoffrey Redmond, MD. This means even slight declines can set off shedding. And for women whose follicles rely heavily on estrogen, problems tend to crop up around perimenopause, when the hormone breaks its predictable monthly pattern and begins a downward trend.

Low Estrogen Levels Can Be Linked To Thinning Hair: Here’s What Can Help

San Francisco, CA

UCSF and UC Davis researchers identified a new hormone, CCN3, that strengthens bones in breastfeeding women and could treat osteoporosis and enhance fracture healing. Researchers from UCSF and UC Davis have resolved a longstanding mystery about how breastfeeding women maintain strong bones despite losing calcium to milk production. A newly...

Long-Standing Puzzle Solved: Scientists Discover a New Hormone That Can Double Bone Mass

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Fairfax County, VA

Washington, DC

Cheryl E Preston

The Bunny Man is an ever-evolving urban legend. The story originated from two documented incidents in 1970 in Fairfax County, Virginia, where a man in a rabbit suit attacked people in different locations. In both situations, he yelled that his victims were trespassing.

The Bunny Man legend was based on real events and continues to evolve over the decades

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Menopause—it’s a phase of life often misunderstood. Typically occurring between 45 and 55 years old, it happens when your ovaries naturally decrease their production of hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Though completely natural, this hormonal shift often triggers a slew of unpleasant symptoms. These can include hot flashes, sleep disturbances, vaginal dryness, mood swings, weight gain, low libido, and memory or concentration issues. Yikes!

How to Reduce Symptoms of Menopause: Gynecologist’s Tips

Scientists are starting to unravel the secrets to a golden pooping routine. In a new study this week, a team has found evidence that the frequency of a person’s bowel movements can affect their long-term health. They also found that the optimal timing appears to be one to two bathroom trips a day and that certain factors are associated with better pooping frequency, such as eating more fruits and veggies.

Are Your Poops Just Right? Scientists Reveal What Makes a Healthy Pooping Routine

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Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

Watermelon is a large, round, oval fruit with a green rind and juicy red or pink flesh. It has a sweet taste and may or may not have seeds, depending on the variety. Thanks to its high water content and abundance of health-promoting nutrients, watermelon not only quenches thirst but also can support weight maintenance, eye health, and muscle recovery.

7 Health Benefits of Watermelon

Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

New York Post

She’s giving obesity medications another shot.

Diane Schram, 64, lost 25 pounds with Ozempic and tirzepatide, a similar medication. After plateauing on those two drugs, Schram is trying a new experimental drug that’s being hailed as better than Ozempic. 

Eli Lilly’s retatrutide, which is in clinical trials, may help users shed up to 24% of their body weight after 48 weeks. Schram is taking it at Renew Body Contouring and MedSpa in Houston as part of a clinical research study, the Fox affiliate in Houston reports.

“The new retatrutide has an ability to help you retain muscle and now you’re having less...

I plateaued on Ozempic — now I’m trying an experimental new obesity drug

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The Horse’s Hindgut Still A Mystery to Researchers

Horses can be fickle animals; any disturbance to the equine hindgut can have wide-ranging effects on equine health. Unfortunately, microbiome health can easily be unbalanced, upsetting...

The Horse’s Hindgut Still A Mystery to Researchers

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