Cyclosporiasis outbreak puts these everyday foods on notice

As cases nationwide near 7,000, health officials are zeroing in on the raw produce most likely to carry the parasite — and it's not just lettuce. A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak has climbed to nearly 7,000 reported cases, and investigators still haven't pinned down a single source, though raw produce like lettuce remains a leading suspect.…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 21, 20260Comments

Mind

Artificial sweeteners might be doing this to your brain

New research suggests a decade-long diet soda habit could carry a cognitive cost most people never see coming For years, artificial sweeteners have been marketed as the smarter substitute — all the sweetness, none of the sugar. But a sweeping new study out of Brazil is complicating that narrative, suggesting the trade-off may not be…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 20, 20260Comments

Fitness

Lenny Kravitz’s bizarre waist secret will shock fans

At 62, the rocker reveals the odd fitness ritual behind his rock-solid physique Lenny Kravitz has spent three decades building one of rock's most recognizable physiques, and at 62, the musician says he's in better shape now than he was at 30. The Grammy-winning artist opened up…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 16, 20260Comments

Hair

Report finds your protective style may need some protecting

New research reveals braiding hair and wigs may carry more risk than beauty Black women's hair extensions and braiding products are once again facing scrutiny, and this time the findings are even more alarming than before. A fresh wave of concern is rippling through the beauty community after a new study confirmed what many have…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 15, 20260Comments

Body

This one exercise could shrink your waist this summer

New research shows women 45 and older who commit to this low-impact workout for 10 weeks may see real, measurable change. The Study Making Waves If you're dreaming of a slimmer waistline before beach season, the answer might not be another round of crunches or planks. A new review published in the peer-reviewed journal BMJ Open…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 15, 20260Comments

Sex

New research reveals one habit couples need for better sex

A University of Texas study says the secret to more intimacy might already be sitting in your sink. Turns out those social media couples joking that a partner doing the dishes is the ultimate form of foreplay might be onto something real. New research out of the University of Texas at Austin has found a…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 15, 20260Comments

Wellness

Fish oil might be secretly sabotaging your heart health

New research is challenging everything we thought we knew about the go-to wellness capsule — and the truth depends entirely on your heart. For years, fish oil has held a permanent spot in medicine cabinets nationwide, championed as an essential daily ritual for brain sharpness, joint comfort and long-term heart protection. Loaded with omega-3 fatty…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 15, 20260Comments

Celebs

Brandy breaks silence after fans raise health concerns

A hometown honor in Mississippi turned into an unexpected lesson on kindness, aging and public scrutiny Grammy-winnin g singer and actress Brandy is addressing a wave of online chatter about her looks, following what was meant to be a joyful return to her Mississippi roots. The R&B star …

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 13, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

Nutella went to space, but is it really healthy

Behind the viral hazelnut spread's wholesome image lies a sugar-heavy truth nutrition experts want everyone to know Nutella has officially left the kitchen counter and entered the history books. This week, a jar of the beloved chocolate hazelnut spread went viral after floating through NASA's Artemis II spacecraft moments before astronauts broke the record for…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 12, 20260Comments

Wellness

Detox fads exposed, here’s what your body craves

Registered dietitians say your liver and kidneys already do the detox job, no juice cleanse required. The wellness aisle is stocked with promises: green juices bottled for Instagram, powders in unmarked capsules, sticky foot pads and pricey detox kits, all pledging to purge the body of toxins. But according to registered dietitians, the organ system…

ByDempsey May AyucoJuly 12, 20260Comments

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Cyclosporiasis outbreak puts these everyday foods on notice

Artificial sweeteners might be doing this to your brain

Lenny Kravitz’s bizarre waist secret will shock fans

Report finds your protective style may need some protecting

This one exercise could shrink your waist this summer

New research reveals one habit couples need for better sex

Fish oil might be secretly sabotaging your heart health

Brandy breaks silence after fans raise health concerns

Nutella went to space, but is it really healthy

Detox fads exposed, here’s what your body craves

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