Category: Health & Wellness

IDFA Has Committed to Removing Synthetic Food Dyes from Ice Creams

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Your carton of ice cream might look a little different soon. Last week, the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced that dozens of brands have committed to eliminating artificial food dyes from their ice creams. As Food & Wine reports, the announcement by the IDFA stated that the commitment “represents dozens of companies making more than 90% […]

President Trump has Chronic Venous Insufficiency. But What Does That Mean?

Last week, it was revealed that President Donald Trump is suffering from a vein condition known as Chronic Venous Insufficiency. But what exactly does that mean? As USA Today reports, according to the White House physician Capt. Sean Barbabella, CVI is a common vein condition. The president underwent medical tests and an ultrasound to examine […]

The Surprising Health Benefits of Ice Cream

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I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream, especially during these hot summer months. The sweet, creamy concoction is ideal for enjoying in the sweltering heat, even if you risk a brain freeze. That’s probably why July is National Ice Cream Month. Did you know that the average American eats roughly 20 pounds […]

New Research Says These 5 Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Greatly Reduce Your Cancer Risk

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Can cancer be avoided? Not always, but according to recent research published by the American Cancer Society, about 4 in 10 cases and approximately 50% of cancer deaths in the United States can be attributed predominantly to lifestyle factors you can change, including smoking, diet, exercise habits and even simply getting the recommended doses of a […]

Could Drinking Coffee Really Add Years to Your Life?

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If you thought you needed to quit drinking coffee to improve your health, you may want to rethink that plan. According to a newly published study, regularly sipping on the caffeinated beverage could add years to your life.  As Science Direct reports, in December, researchers from the University of Coimbra in Portugal published a study […]

It’s Tick Season and ER Visits Are Breaking Records – Here are the Facts You Need to Know

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Gardeners, anglers and hikers all have at least one thing in common this time of year — concerns about ticks. These little arachnids can be a significant problem for people venturing outdoors. Ticks can be more than just a nuisance since they also can spread disease. In fact, tick-related trips to the ER, which are […]

New Once-a-Month Semi-Glutide Injections Could Rival Ozempic and Deliver Major Health Wins

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In the same way weight varies from person to person, so do the best weight loss strategies. While some people succeed with diet and exercise alone, others find that adding weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy or Zepbound helps them stay on track with their goals. But while Semaglutide and tirzepatide are effective, many people […]

“Japanese Walking” could Yield Even Better Health Benefits than doing 10,000 Steps

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Move over step counting: Many people now point to “Japanese walking,” or interval walking, as their must-do workout routine. The method—which is making the rounds on social media—involves alternating between fast and slow walking for a set period of time. As Health magazine reports, on TikTok, users say that the strategy can enhance mood, endurance, brain health, and more. […]

The Small but Mighty Blueberry

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Did you know that eating blueberries can help reduce the risk of heart disease, lower your blood pressure, fight cancer and promote digestive health? Since July is National Blueberry Month, and July 8th is National Blueberry Day, July 10th is National Pick Blueberries Day, (but wait, there’s more) and July 11th is National Blueberry Muffin […]