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09/05/2026

Do you feel like dieting means giving up the foods you love or that traditional diets are just too restrictive to stick with? A new study found that some men who are overweight or obese view dieting as too restrictive, requiring too much sacrifice and willpower. Could the problem be the diet not your willpower? Read the article to discover what researchers found about men, dieting and finding a more sustainable approach to healthy eating.

Some men see dieting as a pursuit for women, and something they simply don’t have the willpower to do, a new study says.A panel of U.K. men who were overweight or obese said diets are simply too restrictive to stick with, researchers reported Aug. 26 in the journal PLOS One.Diets deny people t...

09/04/2026

Do you ever find yourself scrolling social media for hours without even realizing how much time has passed? A new study found that adults who spend 2.5 hours or more scrolling each day are more likely to report symptoms of depression. Researchers say social media showed a stronger link to depression than factors like work, education, gaming, web browsing or watching TV. Could your daily scrolling habits be affecting your mental health more than you realize? Read the article to find out what researchers discovered.

Adults who spend hours scrolling social media every day are more likely to develop depression, a new study says.Around 2.5 hours or more of scrolling per day is linked to self-reported depression, researchers recently reported in the journal

09/03/2026

Could a wearable device give people with diabetes an early warning before a serious complication develops? The FDA has authorized the first wearable sensor that continuously monitors ketones and it’s also the first device designed to track ketones and blood sugar at the same time. This new technology could change how some people with diabetes detect potential problems earlier. Read the article to learn how it works and what this FDA authorization means.

People with diabetes can now get an early warning when a dangerous complication starts to build in their bodies.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday authorized the first wearable sensor that continuously tracks ketones — chemicals the body makes when it burns fat in...

09/03/2026

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09/02/2026

Could living to 100 run in your family? A new study suggests that people whose parents live to age 100 may have some surprising health advantages of their own including living longer and having lower risks of heart disease and high blood pressure. Could your parents’ longevity offer clues about your own healthy aging? Read the article to discover what researchers found about the children of centenarians.

People whose parents have reached age 100 can expect to reap some health benefits from their folks’ longevity, a new study says.They tend to live longer and have substantially lower risks of heart disease and high blood pressure, researchers reported Aug. 26 in

09/01/2026

Do you use sugar-free gum, candy or other products with xylitol? This popular sweetener is found in everything from foods and drinks to gum and oral care products, but new research is raising questions about its potential impact on heart health and blood clotting. Could something you use every day have an unexpected effect on your heart? Read the article to learn what researchers discovered about xylitol.

Xylitol is a popular artificial sweetener found in everything from sugar-free foods and drinks to gum and oral care products.But new research is raising questions about its long-term heart safety."In previous studies, we showed that xylitol can enhance the ability of platelets to fo...

08/31/2026

Do you know the difference between Cyclospora and Salmonella and what to watch for if you get sick after eating contaminated food? Recent foodborne illness outbreaks and recalls are a reminder that food safety is something we all need to take seriously. Knowing how these infections differ can help you make safer choices and know when to take action. Could you recognize the warning signs? Read the article to learn how Cyclospora and Salmonella differ and how to protect yourself.

Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness, like the cyclosporiasis cases that have led to hundreds of illnesses, two deaths and produce

08/30/2026

Have you ever worried that getting older means you’ll eventually lose your ability to find the right words? A new study suggests that age alone may not weaken language skills the way it can affect other brain functions. In fact, older adults may maintain or even improve their language abilities as they age. Could your brain’s language skills be more resilient than you think? Read the article to discover what researchers found about aging, language and the brain.

Age doesn’t seem to degrade a person’s language skills as it does other brain functions, a new study says.Unless a senior is affected by stroke or

08/29/2026

Running on too little sleep and feeling like your brain is stuck in a fog? What if 20 minutes of exercise could help more quickly than a long nap? A new study found that about 20 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise performed as well as a 90-minute nap in helping protect memory after significant sleep loss. Could a quick workout be the brain boost you need after a rough night? Read the article to see what researchers discovered.

A short bout of exercise appears to work quicker than a long nap to refresh a sleep-deprived mind, a new study says.About 20 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise performed as well as a 90-minute nap in protecting the memory of people who’d gone 30 hours without sleep, researchers...

08/28/2026

Is getting your child to eat breakfast before school a daily struggle in your house? You’re not alone! A new poll found that about 3 out of 4 parents have trouble getting their kids to eat breakfast before heading out the door. Picky eaters, slow mornings and the rush to school can all make breakfast a challenge. Could a few simple changes make busy school mornings easier? Read the article for tips and to see what other parents are dealing with.

There’s one part of the back-to-school routine that parents aren’t looking forward to, a new poll indicates.About 3 out of 4 American parents have trouble getting their child to eat breakfast before they head off to school, a new University of Michigan poll says.Picky ea...