The 10 Least Healthy Protein Bars Available in Stores in 2026
Food trends can sometimes mislead us into thinking that if a product has a lot of a particular nutrient, it must be healthy. Marketers often entice us with phrases like “plant-based,” “high-protein,” or “all-natural,” which can sound appealing, especially for protein bars. Sadly, not all of them live up to those claims. After earning my […]
RFK proposes a bold health policy that may impact millions.
Controversial Policy Shift by Donald Trump’s Health Secretary Donald Trump’s Secretary of Health, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is often in the spotlight for his contentious views. He has been known to promote discredited claims regarding various topics, including vaccines and pain relief medications. As part of his role in the Trump administration, Kennedy has taken […]
Researchers Identify 8 Everyday Food Ingredients Associated with Heart Disease Risk
Food additives serve an important role—they keep food safe and stable for longer. However, recent research connects eight common preservatives to high blood pressure. This study, featured in the European Heart Journal, followed over 112,000 participants in France for several years. Every six months, participants reported their food and drink intake over a three-day period, […]
Having trouble sleeping? These three usual sleep patterns are linked to indicators of brain aging, study finds
Impacts of Sleep on Brain Health in Aging How we sleep could have significant effects on our brain health as we grow older. A recent study from the University of Arizona suggests that certain common sleep behaviors are linked to signs of brain aging. This research, published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia, analyzed existing […]
Recent research raises questions about the trustworthiness of mental health diagnosis interviews
Diagnostic interviews, the primary method for identifying substance use and mental disorders like depression and anxiety, exhibit varying levels of reliability depending on the specific condition, according to a study published in Jama Network Open. Laura Duncan, a psychiatry professor at McMaster University in Ontario and one of the study’s authors, remarked that while diagnostic […]
Ebola transmission in central Africa may reach levels seen during the 2014 outbreak, according to US health officials.
Concerns Over Ebola Outbreak in Central Africa Central Africa’s Ebola outbreak may potentially become as severe as the devastating 2014-2016 outbreak in West Africa, which resulted in over 11,000 fatalities. This alarming conclusion stems from new computer model analyses released by US health authorities. The CDC recently published projections estimating case numbers could vary significantly, […]
Considering Statins or Beta-Blockers? Look Out for These Side Effects of Heart Medications
For many women using medications to support heart health, the benefits are well-known. However, it’s important to keep in mind that even the best prescriptions can have side effects that might be mistaken for normal aging or stress. Understanding what’s typical and what should prompt a conversation with your healthcare provider can help manage your […]
Projected Scenarios for the 2026 Ebola Outbreak Linked to the Bundibugyo Virus
Methods Model Structure The CDC employed a model to simulate outbreaks of BVD, which was adapted from prior models used during viral hemorrhagic fever incidents, like the Marburg virus disease outbreak in Ethiopia set for 2025. In this setup, each outbreak began with one infected individual, representing the original case from a zoonotic event. This […]
A New Visitor to New York: A Rare and Possibly More Severe Type of Lyme Disease
A rare strain of Lyme disease is emerging in the United States. Recently, researchers and health officials from New York reported a case of Lyme disease caused by the bacterium Borrelia mayonii. This is the first instance detected in the state. Although the patient received antibiotics and recovered well, the finding raises concerns about the […]
Fasting after 60 impacts more than just body size, revealing a trade-off that many dieters are unaware of.
Intermittent Fasting: Age Matters Many people are aware that intermittent fasting can aid in weight loss by either reducing the daily eating window or limiting calories a couple of times weekly. But does your age influence how effective this method really is? Are there potential risks that aren’t immediately obvious? Intermittent fasting, which includes approaches […]