The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the second GLP-1 pill to treat obesity, this time from drugmaker Eli Lilly. As NPR reports, the new pill, Foundayo, is taken once a day and will compete with the pill form of Wegovy, made by Novo Nordisk, which was approved by the FDA in December. Patients now have […]
For older adults, a daily multivitamin may slightly slow the aging process, new research suggests. As NBC News reports, in a randomized study of 958 older adults, those who took a multivitamin daily for two years experienced slowed so-called biological aging by about four months. That is, during the 24 months, they aged only 20 months at […]
Next time you find yourself about to reach for your usual energy drink, think about going for a sparkling water instead. According to a new study, it’s a much better option for sustaining mental focus and acuity. As Food & Wine reports, researchers published their findings in the January issue of the journal Computers in Human […]
Take a Walk in the Park Day is celebrated annually on March 30, which encourages all of us to invest in our health without spending any money! Who doesn’t like spending some quiet time in nature? All you have to do is put on some comfortable shoes and go for a peaceful walk in your […]
Every year, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) unveils its list of produce found to be contaminated by pesticides—a ranking now known as the “Dirty Dozen.” As Delish reports, this year, the EWG analyzed 47 domestic and imported non-organic fruits and vegetables available sold in the United States. Among the top 12 most contaminated picks were […]
On March 26, not only Popeye the Sailor Man but all Americans should be celebrating National Spinach Day. Loaded with water soluble vitamins, iron, calcium antioxidants, and other nutrients, eat it raw to gain the maximum benefit from its nutrition. In honor of this special day and this special dark green leafy vegetable, we offer […]
If you’re looking for small yet impactful ways to improve your nutritional intake, consider the oil you cook with. Some options are particularly high in unsaturated fats, or “good” fats, which benefit the body when consumed regularly. In contrast, others have more saturated fats, or “bad” fats, that can lead to health issues when consumed in […]
Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads the nation in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month. This year, they have exciting new developments to share for the brain injury community, including new advocacy initiatives, events, fundraising opportunities, and more. What Are Traumatic Brain Injuries? According to the American Brain Foundation, traumatic brain injuries, […]
National Nutrition Month® is a nutrition education and information campaign sponsored every March by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This campaign – which began in 1973 as National Nutrition Week, and becoming a month-long observance in 1980 in response to growing interest in nutrition – focuses attention on the importance of making informed food […]
Many women across the country are struggling to get their hands on estrogen patches after the FDA removed black box warning labels on many hormone therapy drugs. As CBS News reports, while the removal was initially celebrated, making therapy more accessible for women experiencing menopause and perimenopause symptoms, the demand has now sparked national shortages. What are […]