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Have peanut butter in your pantry? Federal health officials are urging consumers to double-check their jars after a large recall involving potential plastic contamination. Taking a quick look at the label could help keep your household safe.

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Peanut Butter Sold in 40 States Recalled Over Possible Plastic Contamination

If you have peanut butter at home, federal health officials say it’s worth taking a closer look.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of more than 20,000 peanut butter product...

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2 days ago

Never stop learning, your brain may thank you for it later. New research suggests that lifelong learning is linked to slower brain aging and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Staying curious and mentally active might be one of the simplest ways to support long-term brain health.

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Want To Preserve Brain Health? Engage In A Lifetime Pursuit Of Knowledge, Study Says

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80,” American entrepreneur Henry Ford once said. “Anyone who keeps learning stays young.”There’s something to that, a new study says.People who engage in a lifetime pursuit of learning have a lower ris...

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3 days ago

Would you wear clothing that tracks your steps without needing a smartwatch or fitness band? New research is exploring “smart clothing” that can monitor movement seamlessly, making fitness tracking more natural than ever. The future of wearable tech might not be on your wrist, it could be what you wear.

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'Smart Clothing' The Next Frontier In Fitness Tracking, Study Says

Health-conscious folks are used to strapping a Fitbit to their wrist or a step counter to their belt before they start walking or jogging.But new research is opening the door to &l...

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4 days ago

Check your freezer before your next snack! An expanded recall now affects hundreds of thousands of pounds of frozen tater tots that may contain pieces of plastic. Here’s what to look for and how to stay safe if you have these products at home.

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FDA Expands Tater Tot Recall Tied to Possible Plastic Contamination

A recall of frozen tater tots has expanded after federal officials warned that hundreds of thousands of pounds could contain pieces of plastic.The

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5 days ago

Ever struggled with jet lag or felt completely off after a few nights of poor sleep or shift work? Scientists in Japan have identified a new compound that may help reset the body’s internal clock by acting directly on circadian rhythms, the system that regulates sleep and daily patterns. The discovery could open the door to better treatments for sleep disruptions and schedule-related fatigue.

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Scientists Find Compound That May Speed Jet Lag Recovery

A team of scientists in Japan has discovered a compound that may help reset the body’s internal clock, a finding that could lead to better treatments for jet lag and sleep problems tied to shift work.The compound, called Mic-628, acts directly on the body’s circadian rhythm, th...

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6 days ago

Ever wonder how much sitting throughout the day could be affecting your health if you have type 2 diabetes? New research suggests that sedentary behavior may contribute to a significant portion of diabetes-related complications, including heart disease, stroke, and vision loss challenging the idea that these outcomes are inevitable. The findings highlight how daily movement could play a bigger role in long-term health than many realize.

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Physical Inactivity Drives Diabetes Complications, Study Finds

A lack of exercise drives a good portion of the health problems faced by people with type 2 diabetes, a new study says.Up to 10% of diabetes complications like

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7 days ago

Ever feel confused by all the diet advice low-carb, low-fat, or something else entirely? A massive new study suggests the real key to better health may not be the carb or fat count, but the overall quality of the foods you eat. The findings could reshape how we think about dieting and long-term wellness making this a must-read for anyone trying to eat healthier.

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Food Choice Matters More Than 'Low-Carb' or 'Low-Fat' Labels

For years, the world of nutrition has been a battlefield between two camps: Those who swear by low-carb living and those who stick to low-fat diets.But a massive new study suggests that the winner of this debate isn't a specific macronutrient ratio, but rather the quality of the food on yo...

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1 week ago

Ever notice how your cat’s meow sounds different when they’re hungry versus when they just want attention?
New research suggests those changing meows reflect mood and needs, while a cat’s purr remains surprisingly consistent and may even help identify one cat from another. The science behind your cat’s sounds is more fascinating than you might think.

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Your Cat’s Purr May Say More Than Its Meow, Study Finds

If you’ve ever thought your cat’s meow sounded different depending on the situation, you’re not imagining it.New research suggests that while a cat’s meow changes based on mood or need, its purr stays ...

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1 week ago

Mondelēz Global LLC has expanded its voluntary recall of certain Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie products due to a potential choking hazard. The update now includes an additional best-by date and more UPC codes details that shoppers will want to double-check in their pantry. Here’s what to look for and what to do next.

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Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie Recalled Over Possible Choking Risk

Mondelēz Global LLC has expanded a voluntary recall of certain Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie products sold in the United States that may pose a choking hazard.The company said the recall now includes one additional best-by date, M...

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1 week ago

Have you ever caught yourself stressing about getting older and wondered if that worry is doing more harm than good? New research suggests that anxiety about aging may do more than affect your mindset. The connection between mindset and biology is more powerful than many realize and the findings might change the way you think about growing older.

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Worried About Getting Older? You Could Be Contributing To Your Own Accelerated Aging, Study Says

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 11, 2026 (HealthDay news) — They say worrying will give you wrinkles, but a new study indicates that might be an understatement.Women anxious about getting older appear to experience accelerated aging, with their fears promoting quicker decline at the cellular level, ...

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2 weeks ago

When your heart starts racing and panic sets in, is your first instinct to slow down and breathe or could leaning into that intensity actually help more? New research suggests that short bursts of high-intensity exercise may reduce the severity and frequency of panic attacks more effectively than traditional relaxation techniques. The findings challenge long-standing advice and offer a surprising new perspective on managing panic disorder. Here’s what the study uncovered and why it could change treatment approaches.

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Brief, Intense Exercise Beats Relaxation for Panic Relief

While relaxation techniques are often recommended for panic disorder, leaning into those intense physical sensations through exercise may be the superior treatment.A study published Feb. 8 in the journal

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2 weeks ago

Ever wonder if your daily coffee or tea habit is doing more than just helping you wake up? New research suggests that moderate caffeine intake may be linked to slower brain aging and a lower risk of dementia but it’s not a magic fix. The study breaks down how much may help, where the limits are, and what really matters for long-term brain health.

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Coffee And Tea Help Protect Brain Health

A few cups of coffee or tea each day can help your brain age more gracefully, a new study says.About two to three cups of caffeinated joe — or one to two cups of tea — reduced dementia risk and slowed brain aging, researchers reported Feb. 9 in the

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2 weeks ago

Ever wonder why one child can eat everything while another develops a food allergy, even in the same family? New research suggests genetics are only part of the story. Factors like early antibiotic use, other immune conditions, and when allergenic foods are introduced may all influence whether a child develops food allergies. The findings offer important insight for parents and caregivers and may change how we think about prevention.

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2 weeks ago

If you or someone you love were badly injured, would getting care by helicopter really make a difference between life and death? New research from the U.K. suggests that air ambulance care may significantly improve survival for people with severe, life-threatening injuries. A decade’s worth of data sheds new light on how rapid, specialized trauma response can change outcomes and why it matters when every second counts.

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Air Ambulances Linked to Higher Survival After Severe Injuries

People with life-threatening injuries may have a better chance of surviving if care arrives by helicopter, a new U.K. study suggests.Researchers looked at nearly a decade of data from an air ambulance service in southeast England and found that trauma patients treated by helicopter crews s...

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2 weeks ago

Ever stood in the grocery aisle wondering what “no artificial colors” really means and whether you can trust the label? A new FDA update is changing how foods can use that claim, allowing certain naturally derived colorings while still avoiding petroleum-based dyes. What does this mean for the foods you buy and how labels are defined moving forward? Here’s what you need to know.

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FDA Makes It Easier for Foods to Say 'No Artificial Colors'

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will now allow food labels to claim products have “no artificial colors” as long as they avoid petroleum-based dyes.B...

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2 weeks ago

Have you ever noticed how babies calm down to a song or start bouncing before they can even crawl? New research suggests we’re born with an innate sense of rhythm, long before words or movement come into play. A recent study explores how early our brains are wired for music and what that reveals about human development. The findings might change the way you think about music and the mind.

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Born to the Beat: Newborns Show Innate Understanding of Musical Rhythm

Even before they can crawl or speak, infants are essentially

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2 weeks ago

Ever wonder if the foods you eat every day could actually help protect your brain? New research suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet may significantly reduce stroke risk, especially for women. A recent study found notable reductions across multiple types of stroke, pointing to everyday food choices as a powerful tool for long-term brain health. Here’s what the science says and why it matters.

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Mediterranean Diet Can Lower Stroke Risk

People who follow a Mediterranean diet might lower their risk of stroke, a new study reports.Overall, women who stuck most closely to an eating pattern r...

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3 weeks ago

New research suggests that for millions of people living with osteoarthritis, lower-body strength may matter more for independence, joy, and overall quality of life than hand strength alone. A large study of adults over 50 sheds light on what truly helps people stay active and fulfilled and the findings might surprise you.

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Beyond Grip Strength: Study Shows Daily Movement is Key to Living Well With Osteoarthritis

For the millions of people with osteoarthritis, the ability to squeeze a handgrip may be less important to their quality of life than the ability to get out of a chair.A study, published recently in the European Jou...

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3 weeks ago

Do you check ingredient sources when choosing infant formula for your baby or assume every product on the shelf is equally safe? Federal health officials are now investigating dried milk powder linked to a botulism outbreak that has sickened dozens of infants, raising urgent questions for parents everywhere.

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Two Companies Tied to Milk Powder in Infant Formula Botulism Outbreak

Federal health officials are investigating dried milk powder from two companies that may be connected to a botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart infant formula. The outbreak that has sickened 51 babies across 19 states.Organic milk powder that tested positive for the type of bacter...

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3 weeks ago

Are you approaching menopause and bracing yourself for hot flashes and night sweats only to feel something else entirely? New research suggests the symptoms many women experience during perimenopause can be very different from what they expect, and knowing what’s normal could make this transition a lot less confusing.

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Early Menopause Symptoms Might Not Be What Most Women Expect

The symptoms women experience on the verge of menopause could be vastly different from what they might expect, a new study says.Women in perimenopause – the ti...

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3 weeks ago

Gerber has issued a nationwide recall of certain arrowroot biscuits, and parents are urged to check batch codes to keep little ones safe. Read on to see if your package is affected.

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Gerber Recalls Arrowroot Baby Biscuits Over Possible Plastic, Paper Pieces

Gerber has announced a nationwide recall of some arrowroot biscuits made for babies after finding they may contain small pieces of soft plastic or paper, federal regulators said.The recall affects specific batches of 5.5-ounce Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits...