Spotlight On: Gut Health

1 year ago

Young mom "living, not just surviving" after incurable cancer diagnosis -- Elissa Kalver was diagnosed with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer at 34. Since then, she has founded a nonprofit and worked to live life to the fullest.

9 hours ago

Under Trump, FDA seeks to abandon expert reviews of new drugs -- Advisory committee meetings help FDA scientists make decisions and increase public understanding of drug regulation, and abandoning them doesn't make sense, former officials said. -- Sep 12

9 hours ago

Map shows West Nile virus cases as officials warn season isn't over -- Health officials are warning the West Nile virus season isn't over yet. Here's where the mosquito-borne illness has been spreading. -- Sep 11

20 hours ago

Proposed "forever chemicals" ban pits chefs against environmental advocates -- California lawmakers are weighing whether to ban a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called "forever chemicals​," in cookware. -- Sep 11

20 hours ago

Death rate drops to lowest level since 2020, COVID no longer a leading cause -- The death rate in the United States decline by 3.8% in 2024, falling to the lowest level since 2020, according to a federal report​. -- Sep 10

20 hours ago

Endangered shark meat sold under misleading labels in the U.S., study finds -- Meat from shark species at risk of extinction is commonly available in the U.S. under ambiguous or incorrect labels, researchers found.

3 days ago

Warmer weather drives Americans to consume more sugar, study finds -- Do you reach for chilled sodas and frozen treats when it gets hot? A new study from Nature Climate Change journal found Americans consume more added sugar when temperatures rise.

5 days ago

Surprising ways to get more calcium in your diet -- Not a milk drinker? Not a problem. There are still expert-approved ways to get calcium in your diet from sources you may not know contain the bone-supporting mineral.

18 days ago

32,000 pounds of meat products recalled due to false USDA inspection marks -- Sabrositos Hondurenos, LLC is recalling about 32,000 pounds of various meat products with a false USDA mark of inspection, meaning the meats didn't go through proper federal examination, according to federal officials.

23 days ago

Wegmans recalls cheese products due to potential listeria contamination -- Wegmans is recalling its brand of medium camembert cheese and products that contain it due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.

1 month ago

This number of steps a day can reduce risk of death, diseases, analysis finds -- Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard.

1 month ago

New recommendations to measure obesity go beyond controversial BMI -- Body Mass Index, or BMI, has long been criticized as an unreliable method for measuring obesity - and now a group of experts is sharing new recommendations for how to use it.

7 months ago

Are you really getting a moderate or intense workout? Here's how to tell. -- Looking to amp up your exercise​ as part of your New Year's resolutions​? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.

8 months ago

Is dairy disturbing your dreams? Here's what a study found out. -- In the study, published Monday in journal Frontiers in Psychology​, 40.2% of participants reported certain eating habits affected their sleep.

2 months ago

6 STRETCHES TO TRY FOR A BETTER NIGHT SLEEP -- Stretching can be a beneficial step to add to your bedtime routine, experts say. Here are some moves to consider.

4 months ago

Insomnia can lead to heart issues. A psychologist shares tips for better sleep. -- Research has found that bad sleep could lead to numerous health problems, including heart disease. Here are recommendations to improve sleep.

5 months ago

Is daylight saving time bad for your health? A neurologist explains. -- Researchers are discovering that "springing ahead" each March for daylight saving time is connected with serious negative health effects.

6 months ago

Expert tips for sleeping better as you age -- It's common among older adults to not get a consistent full night's rest, but there are ways to improve sleep issues. A sleep psychologist shares tips.

6 months ago

How one community is fighting rising syphilis infections -- The Navajo Nation has a unique program to fight sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis.

5 months ago

What is micro-cheating? Relationship experts share what to know. -- Micro-cheating, whether intentional or not, can negatively impact a couple in a number of ways. Here's what to know, according to relationship experts.

6 months ago

6 GREEN FLAGS TO LOOK FOR IN A PARTNER, ACCORDING TO RELATIONSHIP EXPERTS -- Daters are often aware of red flags​, or undesirable traits or behaviors to avoid in a potential partner​. But what about green flags? Here's what experts say to look for.

6 months ago

U.S. moms report large decline in mental health in recent years, study finds -- Only about a fourth of moms in the United States say they have "excellent" physical and mental health, according to a new study.

3 months ago

Feeling anti-social? You're not alone. But here's why it could hurt your health. -- Loneliness can impact both your mental and physical health. Here's what to know, according to experts.

5 months ago

Plane crashes can spark fear of flying. Here are tips to help you cope. -- If headlines of recent plane crashes​ have you worried about air travel, you're not alone - but there are things to keep in mind to ease flying anxiety.

6 months ago

What is red light therapy? Dermatologist explains the skin care trend -- Red light therapy, also known as LED therapy, is trending for skin care. Here's what to know about it, according to a dermatologist.

7 months ago

Dads can get postpartum depression too. Here's what to know. -- Postpartum depression, a serious mental health condition,​ isn't just something new moms​ can struggle with - studies show new dads can also be affected.

7 months ago

Chocolate for gut health? An expert shares what makes your gut happy. -- Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This Is Your Brain on Food," shares elements to include in your diet​ ​for boosting both physical and mental health.

1 year ago

What's the deal with probiotics? Should you be taking one? -- Probiotic supplements, mixtures meant to replicate the healthy bacteria found inside our gut, are everywhere - but should you be taking them? We asked experts.

1 year ago

What you should eat to support your gut-brain connection -- Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist and author of "This is Your Brain on Food," explains the surprising role our gut plays in maintaining mental health.

1 year ago

What is a balance bike? The benefits of the training wheel-free option for kids. -- While bikes with training wheels teach kids to pedal, steer and brake, balance bikes focus on the balance aspect from the start.

9 months ago

Exercising like this could give those over 40 extra years of life, research says -- Exercising​ like the most active 25% of Americans can help those over 40 add an extra 5 years to their life on average, according to new research.

9 months ago