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A Mother's Breastmilk Supply Linked to Genetics
Three genes have been identified that may influence a woman's milk supply when she is trying to breastfeed, researchers say. While the precise role of the genes isn't clear yet, the findings "will pave the way for more research in the area of milk production...and...
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Too Much Vitamin D Can Be Deadly
About 35% of U.S. adults are deficient in vitamin D, according to the Cleveland Clinic. This fat-soluble vitamin is essential for helping the body absorb calcium, supporting bone strength, and boosting immune function. You can get vitamin D naturally from sunlight, fatty...
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Nutrient in Vegetables May Boost Cancer Treatment
A common nutrient found in leafy greens and corn may do more than protect eyesight. New research shows that zeaxanthin, a plant-derived carotenoid, can strengthen the body's cancer-fighting immune cells and make immunotherapy more effective. The study, recently published in...
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Keto Diet Tied to a Decrease in Depression Symptoms
A "keto" diet might help people with depression, a small-scale pilot study suggests. Depression symptoms decreased by about 70% among a small group of college students who followed a ketogenic diet for at least 10 weeks, researchers reported in the journal Translational...
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Parent-Focused Child Obesity Programs Not Effective
Programs that recruit parents to help fight early childhood obesity aren't doing much good at all, a new evidence review says. There's no evidence that these programs have any impact on the body mass index (BMI) of toddlers, researchers reported in The Lancet. BMI is an...
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Wireless Ultrasound Assesses On-Field Sports Injuries
The collegiate sports season is upon us, and with it the inevitable bruises, sprains and strains that come from tough competition. Portable wireless ultrasound devices could be key to getting fast, reliable assessment of on-the-field sports injuries, researchers say. These...
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Study: Caffeine Bad News for Blood Donations
Your morning cup of coffee might harm the quality of a blood donation provided later in the day, a new study says. Caffeine appears to impair donated blood in ways that reduce the effectiveness of future transfusions, researchers report in the journal...
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Eating Breakfast Later Tied to Earlier Death
Having breakfast later in the morning is linked to a higher risk of depression, fatigue, sleep problems, and even death, according to new research. Scientists at Mass General Brigham and other institutions tracked nearly 3,000 adults in the U.K., ages 42 to 94, for more than...
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Dr. Birx to Newsmax: MAHA Report Offers 'Doable' Fix for Children's Health
Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House COVID-19 response coordinator during President Donald Trump's first term, praised a new Health and Human Services report on children's health, telling Newsmax on Tuesday it is a much-needed shift toward prevention and long-term wellness.
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MAHA Health Report Targets Food, Drug Marketing
The U.S. government will address what it sees as an epidemic of chronic illness among American children, calling for changes such as offering full-fat milk in cafeterias and limiting marketing of food and drugs, the "Make America Healthy Again" Commission said in its second...
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Why You Wake Up Too Early
It's frustrating to wake up too early when you're still tired and can't fall back asleep. Scientists call this condition late insomnia, and it becomes more common with age. The good news is that there are ways to correct it. Unlike trouble falling asleep or waking often at...
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Starbucks Joins Protein Trend With New Drinks
Starbucks announced it will launch new protein-packed cold foam and lattes at the end of September, catering to customers who want to boost protein intake. According to CNBC, many Americans - including those taking GLP-1 drugs - are seeking more protein to build and maintain...
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Juice Recall Linked to Potential Foodborne Illness
Parents in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York may want to pause before they pack a juice drink in their child's lunchbox. Evergreen Orchard Farm, a New Jersey-based company, has issued a voluntary recall for three of its juice products due to a lack of pasteurization, a...
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Study: Beet Juice Lowers Blood Pressure
A new study published in Free Radical Biology and Medicine found that older adults who drank beet juice daily were able to lower their blood pressure naturally. According to Women's Health, when participants consumed nitrate-rich beet juice, the bacteria in their mouths...
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FDA Tightens Control of GLP-1 Ingredient Imports
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is tightening oversight of imports of GLP-1 drug ingredients, used for weight loss and diabetes, amid concerns that many of the items may be adulterated and pose a safety risk. The move comes as the FDA cracks down on unapproved...
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Protect Yourself From Food Poisoning When Eating Out
Dining out should be a pleasure, but when a meal leaves you with food poisoning, it quickly becomes a nightmare. Each year, an estimated 48 million Americans get sick from foodborne illnesses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A significant...
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WHO Adds GLP-1 Drugs to Essential Medicines List
The World Health Organization has added GLP-1 drugs to treat diabetes to its essential medicines list alongside treatments for cystic fibrosis and cancer, and said it hopes this will help improve global access to the costly drugs.The list, consisting of 523 medicines for...
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Breast Milk Timing Affects Babies' Sleep
Busy moms might be sending their babies the wrong signal if they feed evening breast milk that was expressed in the morning, a new study suggests.The composition of breast milk changes throughout the day, including hormones thought to influence babies' wake/sleep patterns,...
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Sugar Substitutes May Accelerate Brain Aging
Artificial sweeteners like Equal and Sweet'N Low might help you cut calories, but it might be at the cost of future brain power, according to a new study. People who consume high amounts of low- and no-calorie sugar substitutes appear to experience faster declines in...
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How to Use Weighted Vests to Amp Up Your Workout
In the fitness class Jessie Syfko created for a nationwide gym chain, exercisers wear weighted vests that add a challenge to their workouts. "People start to realize how good it feels to work just a little bit harder and a little bit smarter" without actually changing what...
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The Best Probiotic Foods for Gut Health
A daily dose of probiotics may help keep the doctor away. Probiotic foods contain live, beneficial bacteria that support the balance of microorganisms in your digestive system. Research published in Frontiers in Microbiology shows that regular consumption aids digestion,...
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Mediterranean Diet Slashes Alzheimer's Risk
A groundbreaking study reveals that people at the highest genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease can cut their odds of developing dementia by 35% simply by following the Mediterranean diet. The study focused on individuals carrying two...
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Wegovy Cuts Heart Risk by 57% More Than Mounjaro
Novo Nordisk said on Sunday its blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy cut the risk of heart attack, stroke or death by 57% versus Eli Lilly's rival medicines Mounjaro and Zepbound in a real-world comparison of overweight and obese patients with cardiovascular disease but not...
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Skipping Breakfast Increases Risk for Broken Bones
Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day, and a new study says that's absolutely true as far as bone health is concerned. Folks who skip breakfast have a greater risk of broken bones from osteoporosis, researchers reported Aug. 28 in the Journal of the...
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Stay Safe This Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer - and a time for getting together with friends and family. But traveling to gatherings can be hazardous. And if your plans include swimming, camping or a cookout, check out these timely safety tips from the American Red...