A Saharan dust plume larger than the continental U.S. is advancing toward Florida’s Gulf Coast, arriving earlier and more intensely than usual. Health experts warn of respiratory risks due to PM2.5 particles, urging vulnerable populations to limit outdoor activity. Satellite data shows the plume spanning…
Story at-a-glance Many common vegetables like green onions, bok choy and celery regrow from scraps using just water and sunlight Regrowing kitchen scraps helps cut grocery costs and reduces household food waste with minimal effort You don’t need a garden — just a sunny windowsill,…
The vaccine makers must expand information about the age groups at risk and warn that myocardial damage has commonly been long-lasting among those who suffer vaccine-related myocarditis, the FDA said Wednesday. Pfizer and Moderna must revise their COVID-19 vaccine labels to include more detailed warnings about the risks of heart…
A new study in Clinical Nutrition reveals dairy consumption stabilizes blood sugar better than a strict vegan diet, challenging plant-based superiority claims. Researchers found dairy eaters had lower glucose levels and higher beneficial compounds like acetyl-L-carnitine, while vegans experienced more blood sugar spikes. The trial involved 30…
Story at-a-glance Daily soda drinkers have a 4.69 times higher fracture risk compared to non-drinkers; even one to two sodas weekly increase the risk Soft drinks disrupt calcium-phosphorus balance through phosphoric acid, forcing calcium release from bones even when dietary calcium intake is adequate Diet…
President Trump signed an executive order implementing a Most-Favored-Nation pricing model to align U.S. drug costs with the lowest global prices. The policy targets brand-name drugs without competition, potentially saving $88 billion over seven years and ending “foreign freeriding” on U.S. innovation. Pharmaceutical companies must…
Wednesday’s hearing by the U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations on evidence of a cover-up by public health officials of the extent of the risks associated with COVID-19 vaccines was the first of many to come, said Sen. Ron Johnson, chair of the committee. What…
Millions of women experiencing brain fog during perimenopause may actually have an iron imbalance, not just hormonal changes, according to a University of Oklahoma study. Even women with “normal” iron levels can suffer cognitive decline if their iron isn’t optimized, but dietary adjustments can restore mental clarity…
Story at-a-glance Five major heart risk factors at age 50 (high blood pressure, imbalanced cholesterol, diabetes, obesity and smoking) reduce your lifespan by more than a decade People with none of these risk factors lived significantly longer and had more disease-free years — women gained…
Almond oil, extracted from sweet or bitter almonds, has been used since ancient times for skin care and to support healthy digestion. Sweet almond oil is safe to use for cooking and cosmetics, while bitter almond oil must be processed to remove toxins like amygdalin….
In late 2024, Bill Gates sparked outrage in India after describing the country as “a kind of laboratory to try things.” The controversy resurfaced with the May 5 announcement that India became the first country to officially release two genome-edited rice varieties that critics warn…
Cancer involves uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells, forming malignant tumors that can spread and damage organs. Survival rates have improved (over 50 percent today vs. <20 percent in the 1930s), but it remains a leading cause of death. The National Cancer Institute highlights that quitting…
Microplastics are tiny plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in size, found everywhere in the environment, and capable of accumulating in human and animal lung tissues. They can disrupt hormone balance, cause chronic inflammation, create oxidative stress, damage gut health, and even cross the placenta…
The USDA approved Nebraska’s request to ban soda and energy drinks from SNAP purchases, marking the first state to restrict sugary beverages under the program. The ban, effective January 2026, aligns with Trump’s “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, targeting obesity and diabetes linked to poor…
Story at-a-glance A specific gut microbiome pattern was found to help predict future heart attacks in coronary heart disease patients, offering a new tool beyond cholesterol and blood pressure monitoring Researchers identified 10 key bacterial strains tied to heart attack risk and created a scoring…
The Trump administration formally withdrew from the WHO, criticizing it as bureaucratic and politically compromised. The U.S. rejected the WHO’s Pandemic Agreement, citing failures in transparency and reform after COVID-19. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused the WHO of promoting misinformation about COVID-19’s origins…
Story at-a-glance Over half of Americans (51%) mistakenly believe digestive issues like bloating and gas are normal, which allows serious underlying gut problems to persist A national survey found 44% of Americans experience digestive discomfort within two hours of eating, yet 75% have never heard…
A study led by Dr. Pankaj Garg found that severe obesity (BMI >40) can make the heart function as if it’s 45 years older, while diabetes in middle-aged patients can add 56 years to heart age. High blood pressure also contributes to premature aging. The…
Story at-a-glance Chronic disease is at an all-time high — Modern lifestyle shifts have fueled skyrocketing rates of diabetes, heart disease, obesity and autoimmune disorders Vegetable oils have replaced natural fats — Marketed as a healthier alternative, seed oils high in linoleic acid have contributed…
Parents may be unknowingly exposing their children to toxic chemicals in mattresses that have been linked to dangers such as developmental disorders, cancer, and neurological damage. Studies show that children’s mattresses emit high levels of hormone-disrupting flame retardants, phthalates, and UV filters, which are then…
