The nickname of this species the Tree of Death tells you everything you need to know about its lethality. 
Native to the Caribbean, Florida, the Bahamas, and parts of Central and South America, the … [+667 chars]

Discoverwildlife.com

It rains poison, blinds on contact – and its fruit could kill: Inside the ‘Tree of Death' - BBC Wildlife Magazine

It seems as though every day another product is linked to a higher risk of cancer. Growing evidence suggests deli meats, alcohol, sugar-sweetened beverages and ultra-processed snacks may contribute t… [+4768 chars]

If you sip on canned sparkling water or seltzer regularly, listen up.

HuffPost

Can Sparkling Water Increase Your Risk Of Colorectal Cancer? - HuffPost

Found across much of the forested regions of central and northern South America, Tristoma infestans is a large 3.5cm long bug (an insect from the Order Hemiptera) that feeds on vertebrate blood, espe… [+2248 chars]

This is one bug you don't want to be 'kissed' by

"It's often infected with a parasite, which can be transmitted to humans. Untreated, it can lead to heart failure, damage to the nervous system and death.." - BBC Wildlife Magazine

A new study challenges assumptions about fish oil’s neuroprotective role, suggesting that certain omega-3 components may hinder recovery after repeated mild brain injuries. Credit: Shutterstock
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Fish oil supplements may not always support brain recovery, as EPA was linked to impaired healing after repeated mild brain injuries. The findings suggest omega-3 effects are context-dependent and not universally beneficial.

SciTechDaily

Scientists Uncover Potential Brain Risks of Popular Fish Oil Supplements - SciTechDaily

A growing body of evidence suggests that at least some cases of Parkinsons disease may start in the gut, through the spread of an abnormal protein from the stomach to the brain, a process that is tho… [+20 chars]

Research suggests that the Mediterranean diet and certain others can lower Parkinson’s risk, while those high in ultraprocessed foods can increase it.

The Washington Post

What to eat (and avoid) to lower your Parkinson’s risk - The Washington Post

Many people, myself included, have tried to lose weight at some point in our lives. And statistically speaking, the vast majority of the time, those attempts have ended in abject failure, with little… [+9133 chars]

From lap bands to fen-phen, plenty of obesity aids have crashed and burned.

Gizmodo.com

Six Old Weight Loss Treatments and Why We Stopped Using Them - Gizmodo

<ul><li>A study suggests that measuring apolipoprotein B (apoB) may provide a more accurate assessment of cardiovascular risk than traditional cholesterol markers like LDL or non-HDL cholesterol. </l… [+7855 chars]

A new study adds to growing research that apoB testing may be more effective for guiding cholesterol treatment than the current guidelines, and also highlights the cost-effectiveness of the test.

Medical News Today

Rarely used cholesterol test may prevent more strokes, heart attacks - Medical News Today

A fatty bulge at the base of the neck commonly known as a "buffalo hump" isnt always just a cosmetic concern, as experts say it can sometimes signal an underlying condition.
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A fatty bulge at the base of the neck, known as a buffalo hump, can sometimes signal an underlying health condition, experts warn. Here's what to know.

Fox News

Doctors expose ‘buffalo hump’ as potential sign of hidden health conditions - AOL.com

Getting a good nights rest can sometimes feel elusive, leading many people to explore dietary supplements for support. Among the most popular options is magnesium, an essential mineral involved in hu… [+6802 chars]

Learn the best time to take magnesium for sleep, which forms to choose and how to use it safely for better rest.

Eatingwell.com

The Best Time to Take Magnesium for Better Sleep - EatingWell

A natural extract from fruit waste may quietly transform everyday foods, offering improved nutritional effects and a more efficient use of resources. Credit: Shutterstock
Researchers have developed … [+3654 chars]

Researchers have developed a method to enhance bread by incorporating compounds from red dragon fruit peel, a commonly discarded by-product.

Scientists Discover a Surprising Way To Make Bread Healthier and More Nutritious - SciTechDaily

From French vanilla to mint chocolate chip, ice cream is many peoples favorite sweet treat regardless of the season. But if you have diabetes, you may wonder if you should avoid it. People with diabe… [+6047 chars]

If you have diabetes, you don't need to give up ice cream entirely. Learn how ice cream affects your blood sugar and how to choose the best for you.

Can You Eat Ice Cream If You Have Diabetes? Here’s What a Dietitian Says - EatingWell

Switching from smoking to vaping promises less harm, yet quitting is rarely simple. Many people treat ecigarettes as a bridge, but end up maintaining a habit. Evidence suggests vaping can help some s… [+3891 chars]

Iowaparkleader.com

Quitting Smoking: Are E-Cigarettes Really the Ultimate Game-Changer? - Iowa Park Leader

Ben Riley has spent the past few years warning strangers not to lean on artificial intelligence for life-or-death decisions—a job that now has poignant special meaning after his own father did exactl… [+1441 chars]

NYT relays story of Joe Riley, who insisted that chatbot put him on better path than oncologist

Newser

Man Dies After Ignoring Doc's Orders, Relying on AI Instead - Newser

After years of frustrating misdiagnoses, a Welsh woman desperately turned to ChatGPT for answers — and the AI bot got it right when her doctors couldn’t.
Phoebe Tesoriere, of Cardiff, Wales, had bee… [+2651 chars]

After years of frustrating misdiagnoses, 23-year-old Phoebe Tesoriere of Wales desperately turned to ChatGPT for answers — and the bot figured out her conditions when her doctors couldn&#8217…

New York Post

Doctors couldn’t diagnose her for years but ChatGPT got it right in minutes - New York Post

New findings suggest metformin’s effects may hinge on a previously overlooked brain mechanism that regulates glucose balance. By influencing key neurons at extremely low concentrations, the drug reve… [+5315 chars]

Metformin, a long-standing treatment for type 2 diabetes, may work in an unexpected way.

After 60 Years, Scientists Uncover Unexpected Brain Effects of Popular Diabetes Drug Metformin - SciTechDaily

A large-scale analysis of social media reveals that patients may be noticing subtle or overlooked effects of popular medications. Credit: Shutterstock
AI analysis of Reddit posts uncovered potential… [+7601 chars]

AI analysis of Reddit posts uncovered potential side effects of GLP-1 drugs that may be underreported, demonstrating the value of social media in early drug safety insights.

New Research Uncovers Hidden Side Effects of Popular Weight-Loss Drugs - SciTechDaily

I was promoted twice while burned out, answering emails at midnight and staring at walls on weekendsbecause high-functioning burnout doesn't look like collapse, it looks like success.Research from Ga… [+10745 chars]

I was promoted twice while burned out, answering emails at midnight and staring at walls on weekends—because high-functioning burnout doesn't look like collapse, it looks like success.

Vegoutmag.com

Psychology says most people who are burned out aren't lying in bed unable to move — they're at their desk, answering emails, doing the work, holding it together, and running on a kind of hollow momentum that looks from the outside exactly like competence a - VegOut

A massive study of ancient DNA from nearly 16,000 people across more than 10,000 years in West Eurasia reveals that natural selection has shaped modern human genomes far more than previously thought.… [+16 chars]

Human evolution has accelerated since our ancient ancestors began farming to favour traits like red hair and lower body fat, according to a new study. Led by researchers from Harvard University, the study analyzed DNA samples from nearly 16,000 ancient humans…

Ground.news

Human Evolution Has Accelerated to Favour Traits Like Red Hair, Lower Body Fat: Study - Ground News

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising the public that a confirmed case of measles has been identified in Rhode Island.