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How vitamin B12 could give you an energy boost

A B12 deficiency can cause issue ranging from exhaustion to neurological problems.

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Caroline Kennedy urges senators to reject her cousin RFK Jr.’s nomination

The former ambassador called Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “unqualified” and said his views on vaccines are “dangerous and willfully misinformed.”

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Meet the CEO who turned the Swedish NoseFrida into a huge hit with American parents of babies

On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Frida relaunch in the U.S., CEO Chelsea Hirschhorn looks back at the "blind naivete" that let her...

25.01.2025 30

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4 best supplements for an energy boost, according to experts

Sometimes caffeine just doesn’t do the trick.

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Sam Altman-backed AI biotech announces $1 billion for its lofty goal: adding 10 years to human life span

Retro Biosciences will back clinical trials for three drugs—including a potential Alzheimer’s disease treatment set to begin studies this year.

24.01.2025 8

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FDA approves Johnson & Johnson’s ketamine-derived nasal spray for depression as standalone treatment

The announcement was welcome news for those with major depressive disorder, affecting an estimated 8.3% of the adult population.

23.01.2025 30

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Trump ditched the WHO and declared there are only two official sexes. Here are the other health actions he’s eyeing

Ditching the World Health Organization and declaring just two official sexes are among Trump's first moves regarding health and wellness.

21.01.2025 2

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Raw milk, touted by RFK Jr. and costing up to $21 a gallon, is under fire because of bird flu. What science says about the benefits and risks

The dairy product has gotten lots of attention lately. Here's what we know about unpasteurized milk.

17.01.2025 4

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UnitedHealth CEO admits 3 major issues with the health system in first public comments since executive’s murder

Andrew Witty—who also said that 'the health system needs to function better'— made his comments during an earnings call reporting $14 billion in...

17.01.2025 3

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Cancer deaths are down, but rates in women under 50 are rising

There were a number of “striking trends” related to age and gender in the American Cancer Society’s new cancer statistics report.

16.01.2025 20

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Cardiologist and cohort of RFK Jr. warns Americans to avoid foods with 5 or more ingredients. Here’s why

The British cardiologist is presumably referring to foods that are processed or ultra-processed, which have been linked to cancer, heart disease, and...

15.01.2025 9

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3 in 4 women are skipping a routine appointment and putting themselves at higher risk for cancer

The Harris Poll also found that 50% of women had no idea when to get screened for cervical cancer.

14.01.2025 3

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Some protein powders contain cancer-causing toxins, new study shows, and these 3 types are the worst offenders

The highest concentrations of heavy metals were found in organic, plant-based, and these types of protein powders.

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Nearly a quarter of U.S. kids take vitamin supplements—but most parents are wasting their money

“Not all kids need them,” says one nutritionist. “Ideally, children get their nutrients from food."

11.01.2025 10

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The new fluoride study dividing the public health world as RFK Jr. calls for a ban on adding it to water

The findings point to a clear relationship between fluoridated water exposure and lowered IQ for children. 

10.01.2025 4

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Vivek Ramaswamy calls out American parents for celebrating ‘the jock over the valedictorian’

“Our American culture has venerated mediocrity over excellence for way too long," the once presidential candidate said. "That doesn’t start in...

07.01.2025 3

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The truth about transgender kids using hormones and puberty blockers counters the GOP narrative, according to a new study

The study finds that despite fears of their over-medicalization, transgender adolescents are only very rarely prescribed hormones and puberty...

06.01.2025 7

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Alcohol has a clear link to at least 7 types of cancer. Now the Surgeon General wants updated warning labels on booze

His recommendation came as part of a new report outlining how alcohol consumption is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the United...

03.01.2025 10

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Pilates dominated fitness trends this year. 4 health benefits of the workout that will make you a convert

Pilates may improve quality of life while lowering pain and increasing flexibility, strength, mobility, respiratory rate, and balance. 

27.12.2024 8

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Fleeing the country and rationing testosterone: Transgender Americans’ new reality under a Trump presidency

Approximately 1.3 million adults and 300,000 youths identify as transgender in the U.S., and among them, it’s clear that a level of panic is...

23.12.2024 5

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Jane Fonda, 86, is Meta’s latest virtual workout coach: ‘We have to keep moving’

The icon's workouts really delivered—on sweat, fun, leg warmers, and Fonda witticisms.

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RFK Jr. has accused the FDA of suppressing hydroxychloroquine. Now, the study that suggested its use in COVID is retracted.

Elsevier issued its formal retraction on Tuesday.

19.12.2024 40

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Mom of Elon Musk wants people to have kids even if they can’t afford it: ‘Have children, add value to your life’

“You don’t have to go to the movies, you don’t have to go out for dinner, just spend time with the most wonderful gifts you can ever have, which...

18.12.2024 20

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Moderna pauses its RSV vaccine trial for children after 5 infants are hospitalized in latest challenge of treating disease

Five infants required hospitalization, with one needing mechanical ventilation.  

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4 possible modern-day factors behind infertility 

Obesity is one of the main drivers, say experts. Still, it’s not clear that infertility is on the rise.

14.12.2024 10

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Hope for Parkinson’s disease symptoms is found in late-stage drug study

Tavapadon aims to treat Parkinson’s motor symptoms by mimicking dopamine in a once-a-day oral dose.

10.12.2024 2

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It’s not just about cholesterol. 1 in 5 have high levels of this artery-clogging substance that can lead to heart disease

It's not only cholesterol that's worrisome: Elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

10.12.2024 3

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Tragic death of a 34-year-old Disney influencer raises the alarm about dangers of living with food allergies

Dominique Brown died after suffering a “medical emergency,” according to an official statement from event host and pop-culture retail company...

09.12.2024 2

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1 in 5 people have this genetic risk factor for heart disease—and most have no idea because doctors rarely test for it

It's not only cholesterol that's worrisome: Elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

05.12.2024 2

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Want to boost employee morale and productivity? Ramp up volunteering

"It felt like my employer cared about me as a whole human,” says a worker who participated in a workplace volunteer program.

26.11.2024 3

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More than 113 million people are drinking tap water that contains a newly identified chemical—and nobody knows if it’s toxic or not

The byproduct of chloramine—used to disinfect drinking water—and naturally occurring chemicals has finally been identified: chloranitramide.

22.11.2024 2

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Beyond Meat CEO hopes to redefine the American diet. It’s why he defied haters by reformulating his products

Ethan Brown decided to make the Beyond products “unassailable from a health perspective.” 

21.11.2024 2

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You can lower your cholesterol by up to 25% with diet and exercise. Here’s what to eat more of, and what to cut out

Eating plant-based foods that are rich in fiber and healthy fats through what’s long been known as the portfolio diet is one excellent approach.

16.11.2024 10

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The No. 1 thing you can do to help your kids become ‘fully functioning, successful adults’

The single best gift you could ever give your kid, says psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy, "is the ability to handle hard things.”

16.11.2024 9

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How Trump’s Agenda 47, plus Project 2025, offer clues into possible health-care policy changes

Donald Trump's Agenda 47 and the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 provide plenty of clues into what health-care changes may be coming.

14.11.2024 2

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2 steps to wire your kids for resilience, according to parenting expert Dr. Becky

The single best gift you could ever give your kid, says the psychologist, "is the ability to handle hard things.”

09.11.2024 20

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Millions were devastated by the election results, and so were their therapists. Here’s how they pushed through together

Bookings for mental-health sessions spiked on Wednesday, leaving bereft therapists to put their own reactions aside.

09.11.2024 3

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RFK Jr. wants Trump to remove fluoride from water over health claims. Here’s what science says.

A primer on fluoride in drinking water, its history of controversy, and what the science says.

07.11.2024 3

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UPS Store president shares 4 lessons she learned from surviving a ‘widowmaker’ heart attack

“Now the way I think about setbacks is to say some of them are very far out of our control,” Sarah Casalan says.

27.10.2024 10

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Tai chi isn’t just for seniors. The workout boosts strength, flexibility, and longevity, no matter what your age

Plus, getting started is easy. Here's how.

26.10.2024 4

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A 14-year-old’s suicide was prompted by an AI chatbot, lawsuit alleges. Here’s how parents can help keep kids safe from new tech

Kids are drawn to AI companions for an array of reasons, from non-judgmental listening to emotional support, but there are risks. Here's how to...

26.10.2024 10

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Will you have a stroke? These 17 factors—10 just for women—can be predictors, say new prevention guidelines

The American Stroke Association this week released its first new clinical guidelines for strokes in a decade.

24.10.2024 3

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Why Arianna Huffington believes AI will transform health care beyond the doctor’s office

With AI comes a greater ability to collect and mine data, find insights, and help people change their behavior, she said.

16.10.2024 2

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The potential cost of not setting screen-time boundaries for your kids ‘has never been higher’ one expert warns

“If you can't say no to a cupcake, you're not going to be able to say no to TikTok," says psychologist Becky Kennedy, aka Dr. Becky.

15.10.2024 2

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Exclusive: Prince Harry and ‘The Anxious Generation’ author talk social media and mental health

"The smartphone is stealing young people's childhood," Prince Harry said.

10.10.2024 2

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The safest cities in America, according to a new report

Community safety, natural-disaster risk, and financial safety all factored into this year's list.

07.10.2024 1

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Vitamin D may improve your energy levels. Here’s how much you need each day

Here's what to know about vitamin D benefits and risks, particularly when it comes to ending fatigue.

05.10.2024 6

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Gen Z’s anxiety is spilling into the workplace. Here’s how to effectively manage the ‘anxious generation’

Experts weigh in on how Gen X and boomer bosses can work with, not against, the expectations of younger employees.

03.10.2024 9

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Bright light therapy used for Seasonal Affective Disorder can help treat other depressions, too

The new study, out of Brazil, revealed that BLT was an effective adjunctive treatment for nonseasonal depressive disorders.

02.10.2024 3

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Many women find their own breast cancer. So why are breast self-exams no longer recommended?

When it comes to preventing breast-cancer deaths, the incremental advantage of the self-exam is hard to demonstrate. But self-awareness is vital.

02.10.2024 10

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