Protein can help build and preserve muscle, but eating more has its limits
High protein content has become a selling point for foods ranging from breakfast cereals to yogurt. For anyone hoping to build muscle or stay strong as they age, choosing the product with the most protein may seem wise. But whether an extra serving helps…
Only high-intensity training modestly improves BMD
High-intensity progressive resistance training has the potential to modestly increase lumbar spine bone mineral density (BMD) in older adults over 1 year, but moderate-intensity training resulted in no change in BMD, according to preliminary results from…
The Best Snack for Lowering Cholesterol, According to Dietitians
Oatmeal Energy Balls are rich in ingredients that support cholesterol management. Fiber, unsaturated fats and antioxidants from oats, nuts and other mixes can help lower cholesterol. Experts recommend prioritizing fiber, reducing saturated fat intake,…
FDA approval for no-drill cavity care could be imminent after large Phase 3 treatment trial
Credit: Dentist Ozkan Guner FDA approval may be imminent for a key innovation in dentistry that could save thousands of children from painful pulling, drilling and infections with a simple fluid coating. Every year, untreated tooth decay sends thousands…
Harvest a deer? Better to get it checked for chronic wasting disease
SALT LAKE CITY — Successful deer hunters in many Utah hunting units are asked to stop at check stations during fall hunts. Officials across the state will check for chronic wasting disease, a communicable disease that affects the nervous systems of deer,…
Mice with Parkinson’s-like brain changes unexpectedly recovered a year later
After three weeks of exposure to a pesticide, the laboratory mice moved slowly and had difficulty finding their balance. Scientists were using this chemical to study some of the movement problems seen in Parkinson’s disease. But as they continued…
Penn State Health reports measles exposure in Lancaster and Hershey
Penn State Health confirmed a positive case of measles last week, with potential exposure at Lancaster Medical Center and Golisano Children’s Hospital in Hershey between October 18-21. LANCASTER COUNTY, PA. — Penn State Health confirmed a positive…
Midwife Makes Surprising Suggestion Weeks Before Birth, Mom Says It Worked
During what was classified as a high-risk pregnancy, a Utah mom received some advice she didn’t expect. Just three weeks earlier, Isabelle Fisher had been ordered to stop working and placed on complete bed rest while doctors closely monitored her…
The Secret to Slower Aging May Be Hiding in Your Gut
Scientists have discovered a surprising link between bacteria living in the human gut and the rate at which the body ages. Researchers at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa have found that certain gut microbes are associated with slower biological aging,…
Essential products for well-being at work, like your ergonomic chair, could be a huge waste of money: study
It’s time to put away that standing desk. New research suggests that ergonomic improvements for the office – from specialized chairs, desks and keyboards – do little to help workers suffering from repetitive stress injuries. Researchers from the…