One of America’s favorite snacks, Doritos, along with Cheetos, will be getting a recipe change. Doritos, owned by PepsiCo, will no longer be made with artificial flavors or colors. PepsiCo will be removing artificial flavors and colors from its products, the company announced in its third-quarter earnings remarks this week. …
Read More »Weight-loss surgery pros and cons in the spotlight after singer's 'scary' experience
Amid the surge in GLP-1 weight-loss medications, some have questioned whether invasive procedures like lap band, gastric sleeve and bypass surgeries could wane in popularity. Carnie Wilson, of the band Wilson Phillips, recently shared her “very scary” experience on social media after having her laparoscopic adjustable gastric band (lap band) …
Read More »Ozempic and similar drugs could interfere with common medical procedure, research warns
Researchers have revealed a surprising new side effect linked to GLP-1 agonists, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. These popular treatments for diabetes and obesity could interfere with medical imaging, such as PET and CT (“CAT”) scans. CT scans are often used to get detailed internal images to detect …
Read More »Hotels, resorts accused of charging too many 'fees,' sending fed-up vacationers overseas for cheaper deals
More Americans are packing their bags for international destinations these days rather than domestic trips in an attempt to guard their budgets amid high prices and hidden resort fees in the U.S. In the “r/travel” forum on Reddit, one user asked, “Just me or is the U.S. now far and …
Read More »New advisory says 'terrorist groups may attack' in popular sunny destination
The U.S. State Department issued a revised travel advisory pertaining to the Republic of the Maldives Oct. 7. “Exercise increased caution in [the Maldives] due to terrorism,” the Level 2 travel warning notes. The advisory indicates that “terrorist groups may attack with little or no warning.” TOURISTS TOLD TO VISIT …
Read More »Paralyzed man walks again after experimental drug trial triggers remarkable recovery
An experimental drug could help to improve movement for patients with spinal cord injuries. NVG-291, an injectable peptide, has been tested in a phase 2 trial with eligible patients — some of whom noted remarkable outcomes. Larry Williams, a trial participant based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, shared with Fox News Digital …
Read More »Supermarket goes viral after letting customers sip beer and wine while shopping
A grocery store that opened in Wellington, Florida, last year has become a viral sensation for its sip-and-shop environment. At this particular Publix supermarket, shoppers can push carts with cupholders, sip a craft beer or mimosa and grab a slice of pizza while strolling the aisles. It’s earned the moniker …
Read More »Prostate cancer patients see longer survival with new combination drug
A new treatment strategy tested by UCLA researchers could offer new hope for men whose prostate cancer has returned after initial treatment. This approach could also help delay the need for hormone therapy, which can have burdensome side effects. The findings, which were presented at the annual American Society for …
Read More »New study reveals why women face significantly higher depression risk than men
A groundbreaking international study has uncovered striking genetic differences in how women and men experience depression, and it could help explain why women are diagnosed with the condition at nearly double the rate of men. SKIN DNA BREAKTHROUGH COULD LET 60-YEAR-OLD WOMEN HAVE GENETICALLY RELATED KIDS The research, published in …
Read More »Scientists may have discovered first gene therapy for incurable brain disease
Scientists may have discovered the first therapy for Huntington’s disease, a brain disorder that until now has had no effective treatments. Researchers at the University of College London (UCL) announced positive results from a global clinical trial for a new gene therapy, AMT-130. Developed by the Dutch biotechnology company uniQure, …
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