Health & Wellness

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New survey results highlight the dangers of drowsy driving

Too tired to drive? What seems like a harmless yawn can quickly become a risk as dangerous as drunk driving. According to a 2025 survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 41% of U.S. adults have felt so sleepy…

Forget fiber. Science just found the foods that really help constipation

Researchers at King’s College London have created the first evidence-based dietary guidelines for chronic constipation, finding real relief may come from kiwifruit, rye bread, and mineral water. Psyllium, probiotics, and magnesium oxide also showed benefits, while common fiber and senna…

More omega-3s, please! Chicago parents need more EPA, DHA in their diets

A new survey-based study from Northwestern University, which examined the diets of parents across every Chicago neighborhood, has found that parental intake of omega-3 fatty acids falls below recommended levels, with women consuming even lower amounts of omega-3 fatty acids…

Faith-based childhood tied to healthier aging

A new University of Helsinki analyzed life-course data from over 10,000 individuals aged 50 and above across 28 European countries. The findings suggest that those with a religious upbringing tend to enjoy better physical health in later life and report…

Bubble tea’s dark side: From lead contamination to kidney stones

They’ve become as ubiquitous on British high streets as coffee shops—bubble tea outlets offering their Instagram-worthy drinks in countless flavor combinations. The Taiwanese beverage, a blend of black tea, milk, sugar and chewy tapioca pearls, has gained global popularity since…