The Surprising Health Benefits of Swearing
Many of us try to suppress the urge to blurt out an expletive when something goes wrong. But the instinct may actually be useful: Research has found that using profanity…
Trump Administration Begins Layoffs at CDC, FDA and Other Health Agencies
The Trump administration laid off thousands of federal health workers on Tuesday in a purge that included senior leaders and top scientists charged with regulating food and drugs, protecting Americans…
What It’s Like to Get Long COVID Now
My house was dark. Tinfoil covered the windows. The only light I could tolerate came from dimmable red bulbs. Ten weeks before, I had tested positive for COVID. On week…
The Trump Administration Just Gutted U.S. Health Institutions
Employees of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) knew that mass layoffs would be coming on April 1. But many did not expect the cuts to be…
Trump Aid Cuts End Contraception Access for Millions of Women
The United States is ending its financial support for family planning programs in developing countries, cutting nearly 50 million women off from access to contraception. This policy change has attracted…
South Carolina Wants to End Medicaid for Planned Parenthood
The latest effort by conservative politicians to attack Planned Parenthood has the potential to strip the group of its ability to provide health care for the poorest Americans. On April…
Best Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl: A Flavorful, Healthy Meal
Egg rolls are a classic takeout favorite. What if you could enjoy all the delicious flavors without the deep-fried food? Enter eggroll in a bowl, a healthy and super easy…
Environmental Toxins Speed Up Aging and Increase Disease Risk
Toxins are impossible to ignore because they are everywhere. They’re in the air, the water you drink and the food you eat. Unsurprisingly, being constantly exposed to chemical pollutants is…
Depression Accelerates Physical Illness and Increases Disease Risk
Depression doesn’t just affect your mood — it speeds up the progression of physical illness, and recent research backs up these findings. Studies found that there’s a significant link between…
The Forgotten Wisdom of Nose-to-Tail Eating
In today’s health-conscious world, lean protein has become a cornerstone of many diets. Fitness enthusiasts, wellness advocates, and everyday consumers alike often prioritize protein intake, typically focusing on lean muscle…