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Got a Sweet Tooth? Here’s Why Your Risk of Depression, Diabetes, and Stroke May be Higher

Eating a diet high in sugar is linked with several increased risks, including depression, type 2 diabetes, and stroke.

‘Serious Lung Infection’ Linked to Cruise Ship Hot Tubs, CDC Finds

Outbreaks of the disease on cruise ships have been linked to hot tubs.

Oat Milk: Why Wellness Influencers Have Stopped Drinking It

NEWSWEEK – The tides seem to be turning against oat milk. Once the pinnacle of plant-based wellness culture, TikTok influencers are now turning away in their droves from the milk alternative, either back to cow's milk or towards other plant-based options such as almond or soya. TikTok creators have accused oat milk of being too high in starch, containing inflammatory seed oils, and even causing acne in women. So, Newsweek approached two nutritionists to get their opinion...

What sleeping position is best? A sleep specialist explains.

CBS NEWS – Everyone wants a good night of sleep, but your go-to sleeping position can affect how restful your night is — and how your body feels the next day. So which position is best: side, back or stomach sleeping? Ellen Wermter, Better Sleep Council representative, family nurse practitioner and behavioral sleep medicine specialist, told CBS News it's more about what works for you, not which is considered the "best" position overall — though each...

Mayo Clinic Minute: What happens to your body when you have obstructive sleep apnea?

Mayo Clinic News Network – If you snore, it could be a sign that you have obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Virend Somers, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist with a focus on sleep apnea, says it's a serious medical condition that can cause heart problems and other health issues. Dr. Somers co-authored a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology on the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and its impact on cardiovascular disease. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when...

Stressed out? These 8 skills can help boost mood and reduce anxiety

Heard on Morning Edition – Is your to-do list overwhelming? Do the demands of family or work stress you out? Or maybe it’s politics, climate change, or global conflict that are making you feel anxious. It's impossible to eliminate all of your stress, but science shows you can learn to manage it better. Over the last 20 years, Judith Moskowitz, a research psychologist at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, has been researching a set of eight skills...

More than 30 people now reporting illnesses after eating at Mexican restaurant in L.A.

Pico de gallo, queso fresco, tamales and chile relleno were observed being stored in an inoperable cooler.

Deepak Chopra on why he believes artificial intelligence could be a “spiritual guide”

CBS News – A legend in well-being, Deepak Chopra has been at the intersection of science and spirituality for almost half a century, meeting world-class leaders and celebrities alike and becoming a best-selling author with his dozens of books. Born and raised in New Delhi, India, Chopra moved to the United States in his 20s, beginning his career as an endocrinologist before growing into a prominent figure in the New Age movement who became famous...

Air Fryer Mistakes You’re Making

Not a Fryer at All Air fryers don’t actually fry anything. It’s just a catchier name than “countertop convection oven that browns food with hot air.” Instead of submerging food in hot oil, air fryers use a fan to blow hot air around food you place in a basket. This gives food a “fried” feel — crispy on the outside, moist on the inside — in less time, with less fat. Not Reading the Manual Yes, manuals can...

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