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09/24/2026

Have you ever wondered if the foods you eat could actually affect how quickly your body ages? A new study found that 10 different healthy dietary patterns were associated with slower biological aging, with people following these diets showing fewer age-related changes in their DNA. Could healthy eating help you age more slowly and there may be more than one way to do it? Read the article to find out what researchers discovered.

Healthy eating might help slow the speed at which you age, and there’s more than one diet that works, a new study says.Ten different healthy dietary patterns are linked to slower biological aging, researchers reported recently in the journal Nature Communications.People’s DNA showed fewer ag...

09/23/2026

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09/23/2026

Have you checked your freezer lately to see if any of your favorite frozen treats are part of a recall? A popular dairy-free frozen dessert has been recalled again after cashew pieces were found that may contain small stones. Could you have a recalled pint hiding in your freezer? Read the article to find out which product is affected and what consumers should know.

A dairy-free frozen dessert has been recalled for the second time in nine months for the same reason: cashew pieces that may contain small stones.Danone USA said Tuesday it is voluntarily recalling So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints sold in retail stores ac...

09/22/2026

Do you eat whole grains regularly and wonder how much is actually enough to benefit your heart? New research suggests that eating four to six servings of whole grains a day may be linked to better cardiovascular health. Could there be a “sweet spot” when it comes to how much whole grain you should eat? Read the article to find out what researchers discovered.

Four to six servings of whole grains a day may be the sweet spot for protecting your heart."Although higher whole-grain intake has long been linked to better heart health in population studies, clinical trials have produced mixed findings," said lead author Helda Tutunchi from Tabriz University of M...

09/21/2026

Have you ever wondered what your baby is thinking when they cry and you don’t immediately pick them up? New research suggests that babies actually expect caregivers to respond when they cry and may be surprised or confused when that comfort doesn’t come. Could your baby understand more about your response to their cries than you realize? Read the article to find out what researchers discovered.

Crying babies absolutely expect caregivers to come comfort them and are confused if this doesn’t happen, a new study says.Babies registered surprise when shown a mother ignoring a crying infant to keep performing household chores, researchers reported recently in the journal Developmental Psyc...

09/21/2026

09/20/2026

Do you think strength training is only for athletes or younger people? The truth is, building muscle can play an important role in healthy aging, injury prevention, metabolism and overall quality of life, at any age. Wondering how to get started safely and make strength training work for you? Read the article for expert tips on building strength at any stage of life.

TUESDAY, Sept. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Strength training is one of the most effective ways to improve your health, boost your metabolism and enhance your quality of life — no matter your age. As a physician, I can assure you that building muscle is not just for athletes or...

09/19/2026

Have you noticed yourself feeling more emotional, irritable, or like your mood is all over the place during menopause? A new study suggests that hormone therapy may help ease severe mood symptoms, with the percentage of women experiencing them dropping from 62% to just under 25% after starting treatment. Could hormone therapy help bring some balance back to your mood during menopause? Read the article to find out what researchers discovered.

TUESDAY, Sept. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Hormone therapy can help quell mood swings associated with menopause, a new study says.The proportion of women with severe mood symptoms declined from 62% to just under 25% after they were prescribed hormone therapy, researchers reported recently...

09/18/2026

Does your dog or cat love cuddling up close to you? You might not realize that your furry friend could be carrying bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics. New research found that nearly half of samples collected from dogs and cats across multiple countries contained strains of Klebsiella pneumoniae showing high levels of antibiotic resistance. Could your pet be carrying something you can’t see? Read the article to learn what researchers discovered and what it could mean for pet owners.

TUESDAY, Sept. 15, 2026 (HealthDay News) —  Here’s an unwelcome bit of news as Fido or Socks cuddles up to you for attention — they could be carrying antibiotic-resistant strains of a bacterium known to cause serious infections.Nearly half of samples collected from dogs a...

09/17/2026

Do you live with diabetes and struggle with burning, tingling, numbness or pain in your feet or legs? A new study suggests that spinal cord stimulation may significantly reduce pain from diabetic neuropathy while also improving sensation in people affected by nerve damage. Could this treatment offer new hope for people living with chronic diabetic nerve pain? Read the article to learn what researchers discovered.

A spinal implant can significantly reduce pain suffered by people with diabetes-related nerve damage, a new study says.Spinal cord stimulation blunted pain and improved sensation in patients suffering from diabetic neuropathy, researchers reported Sept. 9  in the journal Diabetes Care. Dia...