Life expectancy is back to pre-pandemic levels, according to global health research — but mortality rates for teens and young adults are of growing concern. The latest release of The Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) includes new and updated estimates of all-cause mortality and life …
Read More »‘Great Lock-In’ becomes fall’s hottest wellness trend — here’s what it means
This fall, many people are turning over a new leaf well ahead of January. The “Great Lock-In” trend, which has gone viral on social media, is about using autumn’s slowdown to tighten routines, build healthy habits and reset before the holidays begin. Fox News Digital asked top experts how to …
Read More »Jane Goodall’s cause of death revealed weeks after beloved conservationist dies at 91
Jane Goodall’s cause of death has been revealed. Weeks after the conservationist’s death at 91, reports have emerged that she died of”cardiopulmonary arrest,” or cardiac arrest,according to TMZ, who cited her death certificate. The certificate, which was issued by the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, also stated …
Read More »Viral morning wellness routine promises more energy and focus by noon
A viral health trend makes it easier to rack up extra steps, water and protein — and it comes in threes. With the “3×3 by 12 p.m.” challenge, participants aim to achieve 3,000 steps, one-third of their daily water goal and 30 grams of protein before noon, with the aim …
Read More »Bible-based diet could unlock the secret to lasting wellness, experts say
Many people turn to the Bible for guidance in times of both triumph and hardship — but some say it can also serve as a guide for physical health. Dr. Josh Axe and Jordan Rubin, co-authors of the book “The Biblio Diet,” believe that ancient foods of the Bible can …
Read More »Experimental treatment eases knee arthritis pain without surgery or pills
Researchers are testing low-dose radiation to treat the painful symptoms of osteoarthritis in the knee. The study, published by researchers in Korea and presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) annual meeting in September, suggests that a single course of radiation can be a “safe and effective” treatment …
Read More »Men's brains shrink faster than women's; researchers explore Alzheimer's connection
A new study may challenge what we thought we knew about brain aging. Scientists have discovered that men’s brains shrink faster than women’s as they grow older, even though women are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. The research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, analyzed …
Read More »Scientists reveal how your favorite soda could quietly mess with your mood
Even one or two sodas a day could be disrupting your gut health enough to affect your mood, a new study has found. Researchers in Germany examined more than 900 adults — about half with clinical depression and half without — and found that those who drank more soft drinks …
Read More »Popular bubble tea may contain concerning levels of heavy metal, investigation finds
Bubble tea can be a delicious, sweet treat — but is it all that good for you? Consumer Reports has released the results of a recent investigation into the contents of a bubble tea (also referred to as boba tea) beverage, suggesting potentially concerning levels of lead. Bubble teas typically …
Read More »Government expands travel warnings after surge in deadly fake alcohol poisonings
The British government recently added eight countries to its list of travel warnings related to the risk of methanol poisoning from tainted alcohol. The United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has warned that tourists visiting Ecuador, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Russia and Uganda may face a risk …
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