On Omega-3, We Need ‘to Close That Gap’
Most people on the planet aren’t getting enough omega-3, according to an analysis out of the UK…
National study maps where food additives come from in children’s and adults’ diets
By analysing nationally representative diet data, researchers show that food additives rarely occur alone, with children and teenagers…
Gut microbe metabolite TMA improves blood sugar by shutting down a key inflammatory switch
A microbial metabolite long linked to cardiovascular risk emerges as a surprising ally against metabolic inflammation, revealing how…
Noninvasive Raman device tracks blood glucose accurately in under a minute
A shoebox-sized optical device reads glucose directly through the skin in seconds, offering a promising step toward truly…
‘Are mental health problems overdiagnosed?’ is the wrong question
The sharp rise in mental health diagnoses among young people has ignited a polarizing debate. Many identify global…
New analysis reveals fundamental flaws in widely used measures of biological aging
A landmark review published today in Genomic Psychiatry challenges researchers to fundamentally reconsider how the field measures and…
Americans trust AMA over CDC on vaccine safety
For decades, health-related statements by major professional health associations such as the American Medical Association (AMA) agreed with…
Ex-CDC official returns to local work, says federal agencies failing
Demetre Daskalakis likens his former colleagues at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to “hostages.” “They’re sitting…
Ozempic is great for weight loss — but losing muscle is a side effect to watch out for
We’re used to seeing Serena Williams on our TVs, muscles flexing, smashing a tennis ball past her opponent.…
How to keep healthy and safe through the holiday season, according to experts
The winter holidays are fast approaching, promising decadent meals, family time, and rest – but the season can…
Worcester health official sounds alarm over mpox cases in city
WORCESTER – The city’s medical director is concerned that segments of the city’s homeless population could become susceptible…
50-Cent Drug Could Save Hospitals Thousands of Dollars
A widely available drug that costs as little as 50 cents per dose could offer major savings for…