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You probably know that what you eat can significantly impact your health and how you feel, especially as you get older. Some animal proteins come with concerns related to heart health and other issues, and ultra-processed foods are associated with diabetes, cancer, and more. According to the National Institute on...

New Study: Eating These 3 Nutrients Could Slow Aging

While diet and lifestyle changes can help constipation long-term, nutrition and gut health experts share drinks that provide relief right away. According to the Cleveland Clinic, constipation is one of the most frequent gut health complaints in the US. One of the most common causes of constipation is not eating enough fiber to support a healthy gut, says Beth Czerwony, MS, RD, CSOWM, LD, a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition.

5 Drinks That Make You Poop Immediately, From a Gastroenterologist

Struggling with high blood pressure can feel like a balancing act. Called a “silent killer” because it often does not come with any symptoms, high blood pressure describes what happens when the force of your blood pushing against your artery walls is too high. This can cause damage...

New Study: The Right Amount of This Vitamin Could Lower High Blood Pressure

Throat cancer refers to a group of cancers that affect various parts of the throat. The Cleveland Clinic notes that the areas most commonly affected are the larynx, or voice box, and the oropharynx, the middle section of the throat. According to the American Cancer Society’s 2024 statistics, it is estimated that there will be approximately 58,450 new cases of oropharyngeal cancer and about 12,650 new cases of laryngeal cancer. Throat cancer treatment typically involves surgical removal of the cancerous growths.

“Here’s How I Knew I Had Throat Cancer”: One Patient’s Story After Symptoms Were Missed

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What we feed our children is a highly sensitive topic for families, and the tiniest little ones need the most carefully vetted food. On Thursday, August 8, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that baby formula which had been distributed to two major retail chains had tested for elevated levels of an ingredient that in some cases could be harmful.

16,500 Cans of Baby Formula Recalled in 12 States

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Corn really is one of those foods that “pops” up everywhere—from summer barbecues to Thanksgiving feasts, and who doesn’t love movie nights with a big bowl of popcorn? According to Statistica, it’s also the world’s most important grain by production volume. In the 2022-2023 season, global corn production soared to 1.15 billion metric tons, with the United States producing nearly 350 million metric tons. That’s a lot of corn!

I Ate Corn Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened

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(MA) Meet Gibson Band, a pocket-sized pup with a huge heart full of love. This 4-year-old Chihuahua grew up as an owned pup in a loving home. Unfortunately, Gibson's owners recently went through some unexpected life changes, and as such were no longer able to provide him with the care and love he needed. Now, Gibson is living safely with a foster family found through Great Dog Rescue New England. Despite loving his foster family, Gibson hopes he will not have to wait very long before he can make his final move to a furever home!

Tiny 8-Pound Chihuahua Searching For Love After Owner Forced To Surrender

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The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

Either “Avena sativa” or “colloidal oatmeal” is typically a main ingredient in a true oatmeal-infused moisturizer. This is the case for a brand like Aveeno, whose products are formulated to soothe skin with the anti-inflammatory properties of oats, or to slough away dead skin cells with the natural exfoliating effects of the grain.

More Than 120,000 Bottles of an Oatmeal Moisturizer Recalled USA Nationwide

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Incident Summary: On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, during the 3m springboard preliminaries at the Olympic Games in Paris, American diver Alison Gibson faced an unfortunate incident that led to a score of 0.0. Competing to secure a place in the semi-finals, the 25-year-old Texas-born athlete experienced a collision with the diving board that significantly impacted her performance.

Heart-Stopping Moment: Alison Gibson’s Dive Ends in Disaster at the 2024 Olympics

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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In the mystical world of astrology, zodiac signs can reveal more about us than just compatibility and character traits. For many, the alignment of the stars and planets suggests a built-in ability to turn dreams into reality. While it is certainly true that everyone has dreams and aspirations, certain zodiac signs are exceptionally gifted at giving shape to their desires. These are the three zodiac signs whose dreams often come true for differing reasons and drivers.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True

Maybe you’ve heard about the increasing research that’s suggesting too much exposure to polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, could increase cancer risk and disrupt hormonal harmony. Meanwhile, another substance used in plastic packaging, bisphenol A or BPA, has been linked to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic.

This Food Packaging “Significantly” Produces Microplastics in Urine, Says New Research

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Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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The flavor combos in this will blow your mind! At only 20 minutes from start to finish, that's a dinner winner in my book! Here's all you'll need to make it (4 servings):. 1 Tbl light soy sauce (I like Shoyu)

Garlic Shrimp with Browned Butter Honey Sauce

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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Study: Eating More of This Tangy Condiment Could Help You Lose Weight

What do Squid Game and a healthy food you should be eating more of have in common? They both originated in South Korea. Korean pop culture...

Study: Eating More of This Tangy Condiment Could Help You Lose Weight

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