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Peanut Allergies Have Plummeted in Children, Study Shows

Doctors have long recommended that infants avoid peanuts. But in 2017, experts officially reversed that guidance, and food allergies decreased sharply.

Knee Pain Do’s and Don’ts

Do: Rest a Sore Knee Take a break so your knee has time to heal. You’ll only need 1 or 2 days of rest to ease minor knee pain, but severe injuries may keep you off your feet longer. Talk to your doctor if it doesn’t get better after a few days. Don’t: Stay on the Couch Too Long Exercise builds strong muscles around your joints, and that helps prevent injuries. Once your knee has had enough rest, get...

The truth about chemtrails: “Widespread Misinformation”

KFF HEALTH NEWS – While plowing a wheat field in rural Washington state in the 1990s, William Wallace spotted a gray plane overhead that he believed was releasing chemicals to make him sick. The rancher began to suspect that all white vapor trails from aircraft might be dangerous. He shared his concern with reporters, acknowledging it sounded a little like “The X Files,” a science fiction television show. Academics cite Wallace’s story as one of the...

Magnetic Cosmetics Fly Under the Radar as MRI Risks

MEDPAGE TODAY, SAN ANTONIO -- A new challenge for MRI safety is linked to one particular beauty trend: ferromagnetic nail polish. Based on the available literature, magnetic nail polish is increasingly observed -- with reports rising 250-300% over the past decade -- and has been associated with worse image quality due to streak artifacts on 3T MRI, according to Melanie Hall, MD, of Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, reporting here at the annual...

Best Drinks For Weight Loss

WEBMD – If you’re counting calories, it’s important to watch what’s in your glass as well as what’s on your plate. Choosing the right beverage can help curb your appetite and cut calories. Water Replacing sweetened soft drinks with water will cut hundreds of calories from your diet each day. Drinking two glasses of water before a meal may also help you feel full faster, so you won’t eat as much. It can help speed your metabolism,...

Consumer Reports finds excessive amounts of lead in protein shakes

“Our tests found that toxic heavy metal contamination in protein supplements is widespread and has worsened since we first analyzed these products 15 years ago.”

New details released about the death of Diane Keaton

CNN – Actress Diane Keaton died on Saturday after falling ill with pneumonia, according to a death certificate obtained by CNN. Specifically, Keaton’s cause of death was listed on the document as “primary bacterial pneumonia,” with no other significant conditions listed. The death certificate indicates Keaton, 79, has been cremated. It also indicates that no autopsy was performed. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Fire Department told CNN on Saturday that they received a call for medical assistance...

Yelp’s Top 5 Burger Chains in the US

yelp.com – Yelp compiled a list of the top burger brands in the U.S. Discover which brands deserve a spot on your must-try list. 1. In-N-Out Burger In-N-Out has earned its legendary status by sticking to what it does best: using fresh, simple ingredients for a menu that has remained consistent since 1948. There’s something undeniably satisfying about pulling up to an In-N-Out and ordering a Double-Double and Animal Style french fries (topped with their secret sauce, grilled...

Why Diet? Medicaid Covers Pricey Weight Loss Drugs

Formerly 600-lb woman credits her weight loss to expensive weight loss drugs paid for by Medicaid.

FDA Announces Recall on More Than 6 Million Eggs for Potential Salmonella Contamination

While the FDA does not believe that these eggs are responsible for an ongoing Salmonella outbreak, the eggs are still unsafe to eat.

Man left with ‘Mini-Me’ unit after trusting ‘Dr Google’ leads to amputation

Penile cancer is a rare cancer that mostly affects the skin of the penis and the foreskin. Treatment for most penile cancers caught very early include creams and laser therapy. If not caught early, treatment may mean surgery.

Smucker Is Suing Trader Joe’s – Over Peanut Butter And Jelly

AP – The J.M. Smucker Co. is suing Trader Joe’s, alleging the grocery chain’s new frozen peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are too similar to Smucker’s Uncrustables in their design and packaging. In the lawsuit, which was filed Monday in federal court in Ohio, Smucker said the round, crustless sandwiches Trader Joe’s sells have the same pie-like crimp markings on their edges that Uncrustables do. Smucker said the design violates its trademarks. Smucker also asserted that...

A Common Injury That Raises Dementia Risk

Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research – Elderly men and women who suffer traumatic brain injuries—most often the result of a fall—are at increased risk of developing dementia, a new study found. They are also far more likely to need home health services or admission to a long-term care facility than their peers who didn’t suffer such an injury. “One of the most common reasons for traumatic brain injury in older adulthood is sustaining a fall,...

A-hunting we will go – just be mindful of heart health risks

DALLAS, Nov. 25, 2024 — The thrill of bagging a big buck or gobbler can bring a smile to any hunter’s face. But the exertion of dragging that trophy back to camp could bring on a heart attack or stroke, according to the American Heart Association, celebrating a century of lifesaving service as the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all. “Many people look to hunting as a way to relax and commune with nature and...

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