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Top 10 foods rich in lithium – and why this overlooked mineral matters for your brain
Lithium is best known as a psychiatric treatment, but in tiny amounts it’s naturally present in what we eat and drink. New research suggests this trace element could support...
Diseases
Outbreak is now the worst in US history – over 18,000 infected
A summer of contaminated iceberg lettuce drove US cyclospora cases to an all-time high.
Diseases
Whether you are the oldest or youngest sibling may shape which diseases you develop
A dataset of 10 million US siblings ties birth order to 150 different diagnoses.
Diseases
These celebrities kept their cancer diagnoses out of the public eye
Some celebrities choose to speak openly about cancer, while others keep their illness private.Here are several celebrities who, for various reasons, chose not to share their diagnosis with the...
Diseases
A new blood test for colorectal cancer just got FDA approval – who should get it?
Adults 45 and older at average risk can now get screened for colorectal cancer with a simple blood test.
Body
Why You’re Seeing Undigested Food in Your Poop – and When to Worry
Seeing bits of undigested food in the toilet can be alarming. But most of the time, it’s completely normal.It’s normal to see some undigested food in your stoolYour...
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Vitamins and Supplements
Are calcium supplements safe for your heart? Here’s what the evidence says
A new study links calcium supplements to higher cardiovascular event recurrence in people with existing heart disease.
Diseases
NIH finds rare antibodies that could block the red meat allergy triggered by tick bites
NIH scientists have found antibodies that blocked the immune response behind the red meat allergy in the lab.
Nutrition
Should you eat kiwi with the skin on? Here’s the recommendation
Should you actually eat kiwi with the skin on, or is it better to remove it? Here is what you should consider first.
Dietary Habits
This is what can happen when you drink apple cider vinegar daily
A daily shot of apple cider vinegar may affect everything from blood sugar and cholesterol to digestion and...
Diseases
Measles has killed a US adult for the first time in 2026
An unvaccinated 40-year-old in Pennsylvania is the third US measles death of 2026.
Mental Well-being
Spending this much time on social media may double your depression risk
Most teens are already past the daily threshold linked to doubled depression risk.
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Plastic cutting boards can release microplastics – but should you be concerned?
Plastic cutting boards can transfer tiny plastic particles into food. Several studies have examined what this could mean for our health.
A common prescription may be putting older adults on more drugs than they need
A new study flagged 24 drug pairings that quietly snowball into extra prescriptions.
Your partner snores, but the quieter partner may be paying the higher health price
Fragmented nights next to a snorer can affect your body.
Latest Articles
How much should you be able to overhead press? The standards by age and sex
The overhead press is one of the classic tests of upper-body strength. Here is where you stand.
Is breakfast really the most important meal? Here’s what the evidence actually says
For most adults, the century-old slogan does not match what modern trials show.
Plant protein vs. animal protein: which is better for your heart and muscles?
The best protein source depends on what you're after, a longer life or bigger muscles.
Perfume, hair dye, and artificial nails: How everyday beauty can permanently damage your body
Daily cosmetic routines carry an invisible risk of permanent skin allergies, making simple precautions essential for long-term health.
Five a day may be enough: Study finds surprising effect on bones
A Penn State trial in 235 postmenopausal women points to a simple daily habit for the hip.
A specific type of deep sleep may help shield your brain from Alzheimer’s damage
New research links stronger deep-sleep brain waves to slower Alzheimer's decline.
Dietitians point to this snack to boost your brain health
Three registered dietitians highlight the same foods as the optimal snack for supporting brain health and cognitive function, according to Real Simple.Many people want...
7 warning signs of esophageal cancer that are easy to write off as heartburn
Reflux that fades is not always good news, and the earliest signs of esophageal cancer often look ordinary.
This new treatment might cure type 1 diabetes
A medical breakthrough in Uppsala could pave the way for a cure for type 1 diabetes.