Spotlight On: Gut Health

1 year ago

Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life. -- A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.

5 hours ago

New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay -- A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S. -- Jun 9

5 hours ago

How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians -- Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked. -- Jun 8

3 days ago

Veteran runs to fight "life-changing disease" after minor symptoms -- Dr. Sara Whittingham thought she would know if something was wrong. But her minor symptoms had a surprising cause. -- Jun 6

5 days ago

In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear" -- Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak. -- Jun 5

7 days ago

A hospital worker felt healthy. Then he had 3 heart attacks in 4 days. -- Tommy Bell thought he was in good shape. But a series of heart attacks painted a more complicated picture.

28 days ago

What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk -- CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."

4 months ago

RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know. -- The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.

5 months ago

How much lead is in your diet? What to know about reducing exposure -- From cinnamon to protein powders, reports about high levels of lead in our food are raising questions about how to reduce exposure.

7 months ago

Some protein powders, shakes contain high levels of lead, testing finds -- Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation​ that analyzed 23 dairy, beef and plant-based protein supplements.

7 months ago

Do weighted vests help give you a better workout? A doctor shares tips. -- A fitness trend has people donning extra pounds - in the form of a weighted vest - in order to intensify their workout. But is it safe?

7 months 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.

5 months 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.

1 year 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.

11 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year ago

STDs fall in adults, syphilis in newborns rises: CDC data -- While sexually transmitted disease rates for U.S. adults fell last year, syphilis in newborns​ continued to rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

8 months ago

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

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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.

1 year 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

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.

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.

1 year ago