This will make your stomach churn. As dozens of people are sickened by E. coli in an outbreak linked to the McDonald’s Quarter Pounder, food safety experts are revealing what items to steer clear of to avoid food-borne illness at the grocery store. At the top of the list is bagged, pre-washed greens. Bagged greens that … Read more
Super-processed, packaged foods have become prevalent in US diets — and experts are warning of the potential effects. Recent research has shown that 60% of Americans’ daily caloric intake comes from ultra-processed foods (UPFs). A study published by the BMJ revealed that exposure to UPFs was associated with 32 poor health outcomes, including mental, respiratory, … Read more
So much for a lazy Sunday. “Weekend warriors” — people who cram exercise into Saturdays and Sundays — can lower their risk of developing 264 diseases just as well as people who go to the gym throughout the week, a new study finds. Aerobic exercise has been shown to lower the risk of stroke, help … Read more
This airline doesn’t want to be in any hot water. Korean Air will no longer provide economy class passengers with instant noodles on long flights to prevent burn incidents during turbulence — three months after rough air currents left an elderly passenger on another airline dead and dozens of others injured. Starting on Aug. 15, the … Read more
Concerts are canceled for a variety of reasons. Ticket sales might be sagging, like those of Jennifer Lopez’s recent “This Is Me… Now” tour. No superstar wants to perform to a sea of velvet. Or an untimely illness could befall the singer, as happened when Celine Dion was diagnosed with the rare neurological disorder Stiff … Read more
At 62, Tom’s not on cruise control just yet. Daredevil Tom Cruise, who’s famed for performing his own death-defying stunts in movies, has added another astounding feat to his risky resume. The action star was spotted Monday filming a scene for “Mission: Impossible 8,” out next year, in which the actor perilously dangled midair from … Read more
Start spreadin’ the news. Swapping butter for a mix of olive oil and a high-quality plant oil is better for cholesterol and long-term heart health, according to blood analyses conducted by researchers in Sweden and Germany. A team from Chalmers University of Technology and the German Institute of Human Nutrition say they were able to … Read more
Experts are speechless. Researchers at Microsoft have developed an artificially intelligent text-to-speech program at a human level of believability. It is so realistic that creators are keeping the high-tech interface “purely a research project” and will not yet allow it to be used by the public. Microsoft has unveiled a new text to speech tool … Read more
Millions of older Americans are taking a daily dose of aspirin to lower their risk of having a heart attack or stroke for the first time — even though they shouldn’t, a new study finds. Nearly a third of adults 60 and older who don’t have cardiovascular disease took aspirin in 2021, according to findings … Read more
Kansas on Monday sued Pfizer, accusing the company of misleading the public about its COVID-19 vaccine by hiding risks while making false claims about its effectiveness. In a lawsuit filed in the District Court of Thomas County, the state said the New York-based drugmaker’s alleged false statements violated the Kansas Consumer Protection Act. It is seeking unspecified money … Read more
The Transportation Security Administration has weighed in on the airport wrap battle. Swaddling suitcases in plastic is a common practice among international travelers looking to prevent damage and theft, as well as unwanted items from getting snuck into their luggage. However, experts with the TSA claim that this measure might not provide the added security … Read more
Owners of about 463,000 Kia vehicles in the US should park outside and away from structures until they get a recall repair for fire risks completed. The Korean automaker said Friday it was recalling Telluride sport utility vehicles from the 2020 through 2024 model years over fire risks stemming from overheating front power seat motors. Kia said it has reports … Read more
Brrrrring on the hypothermia? Cold plunges are all the rage — Scheana Shay, 39, was spotted slipping into a backyard tub on the latest season of “Vanderpump Rules” and Courteney Cox, 59, recently revealed her love of frigid baths — but there are some health risks you should know about before taking the plunge. “Assuming … Read more
Tom Selleck may soon be facing a big life change. The actor, 79, has been starring in the popular CBS crime drama “Blue Bloods” since 2010, but later this year, the show is set to end. Without the income he earns from it, Selleck may be forced to give up his California ranch. Speaking on “CBS Sunday Morning,” … Read more
Good for the environment — but what about your body? Trendy plant-based meats could be triggering health issues less frequently seen in humans who prefer to chow down on the real thing, a new study warns. Research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition compared the impacts of protein alternatives, scientifically known as plant-based meat analogues, … Read more
This trend isn’t cuttin’ it. The #nopoo and #noshampoo movement that’s been prevalent on social media in recent years appears to be gaining steam among teen boys and young men. But experts are warning that flaking on shampoo could cause dandruff, irritate the scalp, stunt hair growth, and worsen scalp problems. “Conditions that make the … Read more
Counterfeit versions of weight-loss related medications are “detrimental to the field of obesity medicine” and can pose severe risks to patient health, particularly to those who rely on them most, according to medical experts. There is growing concern that the shortage of these popular weight-loss related drugs has created a market for suspected counterfeits. The World Health … Read more
Let’s admit it: We all sit a little too much. Whether it’s working a desk job, lounging on the couch or rotting in bed, being sedentary has become all too commonplace considering its well-documented ill effects — potentially increasing the risk of diseases, such as dementia, and premature death, according to some studies. “Also, if … Read more
Breakthrough research shows that a simple blood test can flag symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) up to 15 years in advance, according to a Times of London report. Neurological scientists from Sweden’s University of Gothenburg have found ways to simply test for the residue of a protein known as phosphorylated Tau 217 (pTau 217), which is … Read more
The new year is a fitting time to push beyond your comfort zone, and doing so doesn’t need to be as daunting as you think. “A way to frame risk-taking is thinking of something as a goal and then evaluating the viability of that goal, as well as the pros, cons and likelihood of achieving … Read more