Why high levels of lead are found in plant-based protein powders and many brands of cinnamon
It’s no surprise to Northeastern food policy expert Darin Detwiler that high levels of lead are being found in both protein powders and bottles of cinnamon.
Health & Wellness
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This common liver supplement could boost cancer treatment success
Salk Institute scientists discovered that bile acids in the liver can weaken immune cell function, making immunotherapy less effective against liver cancer. They pinpointed specific bile acids that suppress T cells and found that supplementing with UDCA reversed the effect,…
Large language models prioritize helpfulness over accuracy in medical contexts, finds study
Large language models (LLMs) can store and recall vast quantities of medical information, but their ability to process this information in rational ways remains variable. A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham demonstrated a vulnerability in that…
Expert says processed foods are not inherently unhealthy, challenging common misconceptions
Food processing takes many forms, and most foods are processed in one way or another—by grinding, pasteurization or fermentation. People don’t want to eat unprocessed wheat—they want to eat bread. Moreover, bread, yogurt, cheese, and cured sausages such as salami…
Language barriers in health care have fallen, but not online, study shows
In recent years, Americans have gotten used to logging on to a patient portal through their smartphone or computer to have telehealth appointments with their doctors and health care teams, see their prescriptions and lab test results, send messages to…
Thinness is back on catwalks—and the data proves it
After a short interlude of pushing “body inclusivity” and plus-sized models to the fore, the fashion industry has returned to promoting thinness as a beauty ideal.
HHS Doubles AI-Backed Childhood Cancer Research Funding
Following an Executive Order by President Trump, HHS will increase funding of data-centered pediatric cancer research.
Why chromium is considered an essential nutrient, despite having no proven health benefits
You might best know chromium as a bright, shiny metal used in bathroom and kitchen fittings. But is it also essential for your health?
Commuting time and living environment correlate with poor sleep health, study finds
One-third of our lives is spent sleeping, yet 30–40% of adults are reported to experience some form of insomnia. Japan in particular has the lowest sleep duration among the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, falling at one…
Grocery giant recalls deli pastas over listeria risk
Albertsons Companies has issued a voluntary recall in 15 states for several store-made deli products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.