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12/31/2025

Have you ever wondered why it feels harder to keep the weight off as the years go by, even when your habits haven’t changed? New research explains why that stubborn “middle-age spread” happens and what you can do about it, no matter your age. Read on to learn how small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow.

A steady uptick on your scale is a nasty side effect of middle age.Most adults in the U.S. put on 10 to 25 pounds between their 20s and their 40s — and there’s more bad news about this

12/30/2025

Are your daily drink habits helping or hurting your bone health as you age? A long-term study suggests that choosing tea over coffee might give older women a slight boost in bone strength. This small change could make a big difference.

Here’s a DIY prescription for women looking to do everything they can to prevent a broken hip: Drink tea, not coffee.A decade-long study of older women found that tea drinkers had slightly stronger bones than their coffee-consuming counterparts.

12/29/2025

Have you ever thought about the hidden dangers in your home during the holidays, especially ones you can’t see or smell? With more cooking, heating, and travel this season, experts warn that carbon monoxide exposure can rise quickly and put families at serious risk.

Holiday gatherings often mean more cooking, heating and travel, but they can also raise the risk of a dangerous threat many people never see or smell: Carbon monoxide.So far this holiday season, the New Jersey Poison Control Center has helped care for 58 people, including children, who wer...

12/29/2025

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12/28/2025

Ever wonder if your everyday habits like how you sleep, handle stress, or stay connected to others could actually slow down aging? New research shows that simple, learnable lifestyle choices may be some of the most powerful anti-aging tools we have.

12/27/2025

Ever wonder if getting enough calcium and vitamin D really matters as you get older, especially after 50?
New research shows these nutrients play a crucial role in slowing bone loss as we age, making them more important than ever for long-term strength and mobility. Learn why protecting your bones now can make a big difference later.

As people move into their 50s and beyond, bone health becomes a bigger concern, and how much calcium and vitamin D you get can make a real difference.That’s because bone loss speeds up with age, especially during and after menopause, said

12/26/2025

Have you ever glanced at a supplement label and wondered how closely it’s actually regulated? New changes being considered by the FDA could affect how often warning labels appear on dietary supplements. Read on to learn why this decision matters for your health.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is weighing a change that could make warning labels on dietary supplements appear less often on packaging.Unlike prescription drugs, dietary supplements are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness before they are sold.Instead, ...

12/26/2025

Did you know that walking pneumonia got its name because kids (and adults!) often don't feel sick enough to stay home? If you or your kids aren't feeling well, keep an eye out for symptoms like cough, fatigue, a low-grade fever, and fast or labored breathing. If it's bacterial, treatment typically involves a five to 10-day course of antibiotics.

12/25/2025

Ever been told to “cut back on saturated fat” but wondered if it really makes a difference for you? New research shows that for people already at risk for heart disease, that simple change could significantly lower the chances of heart attacks and strokes. Read more to see who benefits most and why it matters.

People who are already at risk for heart disease may see the biggest health benefit from cutting back on saturated fat, according to a new review.The analysis — published Dec. 16 in the journal Annals of Internal M...

12/24/2025

Have you ever put off a dental appointment because you’re worried about pain, drilling, or damage to your teeth? New research suggests a breakthrough gel that can actually repair and regrow tooth enamel, potentially changing the future of dental care.

Dental appointments may get easier and less painful soon. Scientists have developed a revolutionary gel that can repair and regrow tooth enamel.The breakthrough could come to the aid of a problem affecting many worldwide and at a time when ingestible

12/23/2025

Do your favorite holiday cheese dishes come with a side of guilt or could they actually be doing your brain some good? New research suggests that enjoying high-fat cheese and cream may be linked to a lower risk of dementia, making this holiday staple more surprising than ever.

Cheese is frequently featured in holiday gatherings, whether it’s grandma’s cheese ball, a fancy baked Brie or a cheese-laden gift basket.Who knew all these holiday treats might be saving people’s brain health?Eating more high-fat cheese and high-fat cream might be...

12/22/2025

Ever grabbed a frozen meal without thinking twice about allergens on the label? A major recall involving fully cooked breaded chicken is raising concerns for anyone with food allergies, especially soy, and it’s an important reminder to double-check what’s in your freezer. Read more to see if this affects your household.

Georgia-based Suzanna’s Kitchen is recalling about 62,550 pounds of fully cooked, bone-in breaded chicken because the label does not list soy, a common food allergen.The recall involves eight-piece cut, bone-in breaded chicken portions made ...