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Wellness

Is food sequencing worth a try? Here’s what the science says

Is food sequencing worth a try? Here’s what the science says

  • Joyce Hendley Harvard Health Publishing

What if eating your salad first could help you keep your blood sugar steadier and leave you feeling fuller? That's the idea behind food sequencing.

What the typical American's life looks like in 2026, by the numbers

What the typical American's life looks like in 2026, by the numbers

  • Crystal Huggins Plainview Daily Herald, Texas

How average are you? Using the latest available federal and industry data, here are 15 numbers that help define everyday American life in 2026.

Why Sweets Cravings Hit at Night?

Why Sweets Cravings Hit at Night?

  • WooGlobe - News

Craving sweets after dinner is common and can have several causes, according to a September 2, 2026 report from Verywell Health. Experts say cutting out too much sugar can create perceived deprivation, while food advertising and social media can trigger cravings. Sugar also activates the bra…

Men turn to cosmetic clinics to complete transformation after GLP-1 weight-loss drugs

Men turn to cosmetic clinics to complete transformation after GLP-1 weight-loss drugs

  • Sriparna Roy Reuters

Surgeons cite social media and shifting masculinity norms behind rising male esthetic demand. GoodRx data shows men now account for 28.3% of weight-loss drug use. Doctors expect demand to grow.

The world's oldest living person just turned a year older. Meet Ethel

The world's oldest living person just turned a year older. Meet Ethel

  • SALEEN MARTIN USA Today

They say each birthday is a blessing, and one woman living in southeast England has had 117 of them.

Survey: Americans who say they drink alcohol still at record low

Survey: Americans who say they drink alcohol still at record low

  • Sara Moniuszko USA Today

Consuming alcohol is linked to negative health effects, including a higher chance of certain cancers.

Many states cover doula care, but access often out of reach

Many states cover doula care, but access often out of reach

  • RACHEL SPEARS KFF Health News

Today, doulas are covered in 26 states and Washington, D.C. An additional 20 states have considered proposals or are working to implement similar policies.

Unregulated use of peptides raises alarm among researchers

Unregulated use of peptides raises alarm among researchers

    Driven by social media hype and a growing distrust of public health guidance, consumer demand for experimental drugs exploded over the past decade.

    Massachusetts Study Links Abstinence to Brain Changes

    Massachusetts Study Links Abstinence to Brain Changes

      Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School found that alcohol abstinence was followed by changes in the brain’s bed nucleus of the stria terminalis, or BNST, in mice. Some abstinent mice later showed compulsive-like drinking, consuming alcohol despite an increasingly bitter taste. Their BNST a…

      Massive Texas Study Links Midlife Exercise to Brain Health

      Massive Texas Study Links Midlife Exercise to Brain Health

        A new University of Texas at San Antonio study suggests midlife cardiovascular health may influence brain aging decades later. Researchers analyzed 402 adults from San Antonio, with 52% identifying as Hispanic and an average age of 57.9. Physical activity was linked to slower cognitive decli…

        Low-fat dairy may not be as beneficial after all, new study finds

        Low-fat dairy may not be as beneficial after all, new study finds

          All those years of reaching for the "skim" and "fat-free" options in the milk and cheese aisle may not have been the heart-healthy move we once thought.

          Looksmaxxing: Why young men are chasing perfection

          Looksmaxxing: Why young men are chasing perfection

            Looksmaxxing ranges from fitness and skincare to cosmetic surgery and DIY fillers, with some men pursuing increasingly extreme changes.

            New Oral Weight-Loss Pill Beats Expectations in Trial

            New Oral Weight-Loss Pill Beats Expectations in Trial

              An experimental oral GLP-1 drug called aleniglipron helped adults with obesity or overweight lose up to about 12% of their body weight over 36 weeks, according to a new trial from Northwestern University published in Nature Medicine. Unlike injectable treatments such as Wegovy and Ozempic, a…

              US recommends vaccinations only for 11 core inoculations, says Trump

                President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday calling for fewer childhood vaccinations by limiting the inoculation schedule to 11 immunizations.

                Movies

                Review: ‘The Dog Stars’ isn’t afraid to make pointless trips

                Review: ‘The Dog Stars’ isn’t afraid to make pointless trips

                Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Will ‘The Pitt’ be the biggest Emmy winner? | Streamed & Screened podcast

                5 movies to get excited about seeing in September

                5 movies to get excited about seeing in September

                Sabrina Carpenter and Bad Bunny win first Emmy awards.

                Sabrina Carpenter and Bad Bunny win first Emmy awards.

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                8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.

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                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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                What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

                Shopping

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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