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Chick-fil-A Just Announced They’re Permitting Antibiotic Use in Their Poultry—Here’s Why
On Monday, the New York Times reported that Flaco, the almost 14-year-old owl that recently collided with a skyscraper after escaping its home at the Central Park Zoo, was discovered to have “high levels” of rat poison in its system following its death. Experts seem to surmise that the owl most likely preyed on a rat that had consumed the poison.
I Ate an Avocado Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened
Maybe you’ve seen that silly comic where one avocado is running off in tears, and another is following behind it, yelling, “But I said you’re the good fat!”. Cute, right? Avocados are, in fact, famously high in “good fats”—in this case, they’re monounsaturated fatty acids (also referred to as MUFAs). Monounsaturated fatty acids have been shown to play roles in reducing bad cholesterol and belly fat, which are two factors that play into the risks for heart disease and other conditions.
Want to Lower Stroke Risk? Make This One Change to Your Bedroom
Getting good sleep, seven to nine hours per night, is essential for maintaining good health. By now, most people know that the blue light emitted by our phones and devices can disrupt that sleep…but that’s not the only light that can hinder your necessary shut-eye. New research suggests if your bedroom isn’t dark enough due to outside light pollution, you could be putting your sleep—and your health—at risk.
Expert Doctors: This Is the #1 Risk Factor for Cancer—and It’s Preventable
Isn’t anything you do to unwind after a long day or week considered healthy? A new national announcement suggests an evening stroll or yoga class is a far better choice than having a drink. Ahead of April’s Alcohol Awareness Month observance, a message posted on the Center for Disease...
Amanda Gorman Wants You To Run
A professional poet’s work is contemplative and still, right? Long hours writing quietly, and, in Amanda Gorman‘s case, reading that work before global audiences at historic events. That may be true, but Gorman’s work is famously proof that she’s out living in the world with us. Just before...
Fasting for Just 3 Days Per Week Can Lead to a Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating have been studied extensively in recent years. Alternate-day fasts and eating during certain windows have been linked to a variety of health benefits, including weight loss, lowered blood pressure, and even improved mood. But could these benefits extend to the cardiovascular system and help protect against heart attacks and stroke?
More Than 440,000 Starbucks Mugs Recalled Nationwide
Several people who received a specific type of Starbucks mug report that they might be defective and could cause unexpected burns or other severe injuries requiring medical attention. The U.S.Consumer Protection Safety Commission (CPSC) posted a notice on March 21, 2024, that Nestlé USA, which acts as a distribution partner...
‘Here’s How I Knew I Had Lung Cancer’: One Patient’s Story with Relatively Low Risk Factor
Lung cancer, encompassing both small cell and non-small cell types and affecting men and women almost equally, stands as the second most common cancer in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, the year 2024 is expected to see approximately 234,580 new cases and about 125,070 deaths due to lung cancer.
New Finding: Walking This Far Each Day Could Reduce Risk of Heart Failure
Heart disease is a major health concern in the United States that claims one life every 33 seconds, according to national data from 2023. Among the various forms of heart disease, heart failure affects approximately 6.2 million Americans. The Mayo Clinic explains that heart failure occurs when the heart cannot...
New Study: This Increases Stroke Risk—and It’s Found in Almost 10% of Homes
If you’ve ever had to sell a home in an area with radon levels on the higher side, maybe your realtor suggested you open all the windows before the home inspection was done. That’s good advice even when you’re not trying to sell your home. You may be aware of radon’s reputation as a factor leading to lung cancer—in fact, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) calls radon the second-leading cause of lung cancer, behind smoking.
“Here’s How I Knew I Had Lymphoma”: One Patient’s Story of Recovery and Hope
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that arises within the immune system and generally fits into two main categories: Hodgkin lymphoma, and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This distinction, however, only scratches the surface, as more than 70 subtypes of lymphoma exist, the Cleveland Clinic says. Originating from white blood cells (also called “lymphocytes”), lymphoma is considered a blood cancer.
If Katie Couric and This Body Part Are Still Synonymous? “I’m OK with It,” She Says
The general recommended age to undergo your first colonoscopy has been reduced to 45 in recent years, due in large part to rising colon cancer diagnosis rates among Americans under 50. If you happen to be around age 45, you might recall the episode of TODAY in 2000 when longtime...
New Study: Drinking This Daily May Increase “Forever Chemicals” In Your Blood
We’re all striving to keep our bodies healthy by exercising, getting enough sleep, nurturing our relationships, and, of course, choosing the right foods—but a new study from the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine and funded by the National Institutes of Health suggests it’s time to revisit our definition of “healthy eating.” The culprit? A troubling infiltration of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as PFAS, into our diet.
Walmart Just Recalled a Great Value Product Sold in 30 States and Online
If you’re a fan of sweet and salty snacks, check your pantry for a product that has been recalled. On March 13, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of a popular product sold at Walmart locations in 30 states and on Walmart.com. The recall affects...
Colon Cancer and Poop: What to Watch For, According to a Colorectal Surgeon
According to the American Cancer Society’s 2024 report, colorectal cancer has surged to the forefront of health concerns, now ranking as the number one cause of cancer deaths among men under 50 and second for women in the same demographic. This rise from its previous fourth-place standing two decades ago highlights a critical need for heightened awareness and early detection—a key factor that can profoundly impact survival rates and treatment success. Colon cancer poop can be an important early sign.
4 Postpartum Yoga Poses To Strengthen Your Core, From a Certified Yoga & Postnatal Instructor
An expert shares four simple moves that specifically target zones which undergo major transformations during pregnancy and labor. Navigating the whirlwind of new parenthood calls for plenty of crucial resources that aren’t always available. Sleep and dedicated “me time” are usually chief among them. Missing your pre-pregnancy body can be a common change that a lot of new child-bearing parents experience.
US States Where Bubonic Plague Is Most Prominent, According to Experts
The bubonic plague made headlines this week following a March 8, 2024 report from the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) confirming a man’s death from the disease. Although commonly associated with the catastrophic Black Death pandemic that ravaged Europe centuries ago, the bubonic plague persists today, albeit very rarely, in certain regions of the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), it affects approximately seven individuals annually.
What To Eat After a Colonoscopy: An Expert Doctor’s 5 Foods for Recovery, and 5 To Avoid
It's best to go easy on your system after your colonoscopy. Discover gastroenterologist-approved foods to ensure a comfortable transition back to routine eating. After all that prep and the procedure itself, it’s natural to come out of the anesthesia from your colonoscopy and start to feel your appetite recover. That’s when it might suddenly dawn on you: Should I have stocked up on certain foods to ease back into my diet?
I Drank Tart Cherry Juice Every Day for a Week—Here’s What Happened
Sleep is on everyone’s mind right after the weekend we set our clocks ahead. Losing an hour of sleep is at the very least an inconvenience, but for some, the switch to daylight saving time can be a health hazard. Even when we don’t “lose” an hour, multiple sources...
Women Who Did This 2-3 Times Weekly Saw 30% Lower Risk of Death from Heart Disease
Toned arms and a slimmer waistline might be your motivation to exercise, but the benefits of the right workout could go far beyond your appearance. A new study published in The Journal of the American College of Cardiology in February 2024 recently made headlines because it suggested that women’s bodies reap greater rewards from exercising at the same level as men. Both sexes saw increasing benefits as they maintained or increased activity throughout life, but a gem hidden inside the data showed an especially exciting boost for women’s health if they engaged in one particular type of workout.
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