Ultra-processed or whole foods: what is the metabolic impact?
Share on PinterestUltra-processed foods may alter insulin responses differently compared to less-processed foods containing similar nutrients, a new study suggests. AzmanL/Getty Images A new study compared how adults responded to ultra-processed and…
This simple once-a-week exercise could help keep blood pressure lower
The study used wall squats, an isometric exercise in which participants maintained a fixed squat position against a wall without moving their joints. Each session consisted of four sustained holds separated by two minutes of seated rest. Credit:…
Your Gut Bacteria May Reveal How Cancer Treatment Is Affecting You
Certain gut bacteria and their genes were linked to the consequences of cancer and the side effects of chemotherapy. Credit: Shutterstock Gut bacteria may hold clues to cancer survival and chemotherapy side effects before treatment even begins. A tumor…
4 Dietitians Share the Best Snacks to Lower Blood Pressure
Key takeaways Low-sodium snacks containing potassium and calcium are a good choice for blood pressure. Try eating a mixture of bananas with a mixture of chia seeds. Greek yogurt contains minerals that help control blood pressure. Smart snacking can help…
Scientists identify brain cells that could explain why cannabis triggers anxiety: ScienceAlert
Cannabis is known to relax, amuse and even exhilarate people, but it can sometimes have almost the opposite effect. In some cases, cannabis use can trigger feelings of anxiety, panic, and paranoia, and evidence suggests that continued use could lead to…
With one confirmed case in Erie County, here’s what you need to know about diphtheria – Buffalo News
With a confirmed case in Erie County, here’s what you need to know about diphtheria Buffalo News Erie County Department of Health reports potential diphtheria exposure in West Seneca schools WIVB 4 News Diphtheria Case Reported in Erie County, New…
A tale of two T cells – by Eric Topol
In the magazine Immunity an article with an obscure title was published on October 9, 2026. It was titled “Single-cell analyzes of global cohorts describe determinants of immune aging and link the ratio of GZMK+ to Tem GZMB+ cells to health…
Does everyone in your house get sick once you turn on the heat?
Turning on your heating could make everyone in your house sick You turn on the heating for the first time in autumn and you feel like everyone is suddenly getting sick. It’s not a figment of your imagination – and it’s not just the weather…
Is honey better than sugar? What to know
October 11, 2026, 7 a.m. ET For many of us, a drizzle of honey may seem healthier and more natural than a spoonful of sugar. Most of us know that honey comes from flowers and bees, while table sugar comes to us as crystals in a jar or bag. But…
Los Angeles is the most mosquito-infested city in America
Beyond Hollywood splendor, Los Angeles now has another crown. It has become the most mosquito-infested city in the United States. A deadly combination of record heatwaves and El Niño threats has transformed Southern California into a breeding paradise…