A government-sponsored junk food ban in schools across Mexico took effect on Saturday, officials said, as the country tries to tackle one of the world’s worst obesity and diabetes epidemics. The health guidelines, first published last fall, take a direct shot at salty and sweet processed products that have become a staple for generations of … Read more
Over 212,000 pounds of liquid egg products that may contain a cleaning solution with sodium hypochlorite are being recalled nationwide, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced on Friday. The producer is Cargill Kitchen Solutions, based in Lake Odessa, Michigan. The liquid egg items were produced on March 12 and 13, 2025. … Read more
Could skipping dinner get your love life back on track? A new international study found that a particular form of intermittent fasting boosted the libido of male mice, raising questions about whether it could trigger a similar effect in humans. “A lack of sexual desire is not necessarily perceived as problematic — but some people … Read more
Maybe it’s just a small dribble after a sneeze, or that sudden urge to go that sends you rushing to the bathroom — only to come up short. Urinary incontinence is a common condition affecting over 25 million Americans, but a staggering 44% say they aren’t comfortable discussing it with their doctor. That’s according to … Read more
Not all zero-calorie sugar substitutes are as sweet as they might seem. New research suggests that sucralose — one of the most popular artificial sweeteners on the market — messes with a brain region responsible for controlling hunger, particularly in people with obesity. The finding raises new questions about whether sugar alternatives, used by around … Read more
It’s long been known that certain lifestyle and health factors increase the risk of heart disease — but a new study highlights that they could affect women more than men. Eight specific habits — diet, sleep, physical activity, smoking, body mass index, blood glucose, lipids and blood pressure — appear to have twice the impact … Read more
Hot flashes, night sweats and mood swings often steal the spotlight during menopause, but “the change” also stirs up issues below the belt. “Estrogen is our superpower, and during perimenopause and menopause, the erratic production of this important hormone has a negative impact on the vulva and vagina,” explained Dr. Sherry Ross, an author and … Read more
A new study found that taking a daily prebiotic supplement can improve scores in memory tests used to detect early signs of Alzheimer’s disease. And to really control for genetic differences, the researchers enlisted several pairs of twins over age 60 to test it out. These findings support earlier research that suggests changes in the … Read more
Cervical cancer rates are on the rise among younger women, owing in part to a lack of awareness, screening and prevention. A new study found that the percentage of women screened for cervical cancer dropped from 47% in 2019 to 41% in 2023. Among the most preventable cancers, cervical cancer has been increasing in women … Read more
With celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton singing the praises of full-body MRI scans, a growing number of people are coughing up the cash for the preventive measure — but is the peace of mind worth the hefty price tag? Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, more commonly known as “Dr. Mike,” is a podcaster and primary care … Read more