Carrying too much body fat can have lasting effects on the brain, not to mention other organs. A new study shows that the risk of declining brain health may relate to where on the body fat is stored.… [+3676 chars]

Carrying too much body fat can have lasting effects on the brain, not to mention other organs.

ScienceAlert

Hidden Patterns of Body Fat Could Be Shrinking Your Brain, Study Finds - ScienceAlert

If youve ascended a flight or two of stairs, you likely know the feeling of being out of breath once you reach the top.
Its a common occurrence among folks of all ages and fitness abilities. But is … [+5267 chars]

Most people have been out of breath after climbing the stairs — but is that normal?

HuffPost

Here's What It Means If You Get Winded From Walking Up The Stairs - HuffPost

A wave of the highly contagious respiratory illness RSV is sweeping the country.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, are elevat… [+2517 chars]

RSV activity is elevated in New Jersey and across the country.

nj.com

RSV is spreading in N.J. See which counties have the highest levels. - NJ.com

Yellowing of teeth with age is a common occurrence that can be attributed to various reasons. This can even occur in some cases when dental hygiene is rigorously maintained. And the reason is unbelie… [+2689 chars]

Turmeric supplements usually have very low amounts of the active compound curcumin. And if not paired with the right compounds, it is not well absorbed.  | Health

Hindustan Times

US dentist warns against turmeric supplements and tea: Shares 3 non-negotiable steps for your safety | Health - Hindustan Times

Quick health fixes are often attractive, but unsustainable.
True change comes from making consistent choices, whether that’s regularly exercising or being mindful about what you put on your plate.
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Make these simple changes to live a longer, healthier life

Fitandwell.com

Could your eating habits be impacting your longevity? A dietitian recommends that everyone limit these five things - Fit&Well

When youre up at night and cravings strike, making a nutritious choice can feel challenging. Avoiding snacks that are high in refined sugars, processed foods, spicy foods or large portions of heavy, … [+5790 chars]

Are you looking for a late-night snack that keeps you satisfied and improves your digestive health? Learn what dietitians recommend as the best option.

Eatingwell.com

The Best Late-Night Snack for Gut Health, Recommended by Dietitians - EatingWell

Orange County health officials have confirmed a second measles case in a person who visited Disneyland in January, just one week after reporting the first case. 
In a news release shared on Saturday… [+2508 chars]

Orange County officials confirm second measles case in Disneyland visitor

CBS News

Second measles case connected to Disneyland visitor reported by Orange County officials - cbsnews.com

A detention center in rural Texas has become a harsh symbol of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, with disease breaking out among the throng of people held, including some families who e… [+4288 chars]

A detention center in rural Texas has become a harsh symbol of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, with disease breaking out among the throng of ...

Yahoo Entertainment

Bugs in food and sickness haunt immigrants held in Texas - Yahoo

Catching it then, Beasley argues, changed everything: early detection meant access to lifestyle strategies and a new anti-amyloid drug that he says helped restore his clarity to the point where he to… [+1526 chars]

Physician uses his case to argue for making early detection a national priority

Newser

Alzheimer's Diagnosis at 57 Shows Power of Intervention - Newser

WASHINGTON Health officials are investigating after multiple people with measles cases were confirmed to have visited locations throughout the District.
The infections sites included the National Ma… [+4279 chars]

Health officials urge vigilance after confirming multiple measles cases in DC, potentially exposing attendees at several public venues.

WUSA9.com

March for Life rally among infection sites for confirmed measles cases in DC - WUSA9

You might want to consider mixing up the different types of exercise you do throughout the week: a new study has found a significant link between a greater variety of physical activities and a lower … [+3096 chars]

You might want to consider mixing up the different types of exercise you do throughout the week: a new study has found a significant link between a greater variety of physical activities and a lower mortality risk.

Mixing Up Your Exercise May Reduce Risk of Death, Study Finds - ScienceAlert

Microplastics in dairy products don't stop at milk. In fact, cheese typically contains more microplastics than milk, and even more microplastics than bottled water. Ripened cheeses such as cheddar, p… [+1044 chars]

Looking to decrease your consumption of microplastics? You may want to consider avoiding bagged tea, sea salt, honey, rice, chewing gum, and more.

The Takeout

14 Foods That Contain The Most Plastic Pollution - The Takeout

The Epstein-Barr virus is a herpes virus and is considered a contributory cause of various cancer and autoimmune diseases. It is transmitted via droplets such as in saliva. That's why one of the dise… [+5576 chars]

Multiple sclerosis is also caused by a virus carried by almost all humans. A new study provides an explanation as to why only certain people develop the disease. This also opens up the possibility of a treatment.

DW (English)

How the Epstein-Barr virus triggers MS in some people - DW.com

DNA's iconic double helix does more than "just" store genetic information. Under certain conditions, it can temporarily fold into unusual shapes. Researchers at Umeå University, Sweden, have now show… [+4685 chars]

DNA's iconic double helix does more than "just" store genetic information. Under certain conditions, it can temporarily fold into unusual shapes. Researchers at Umeå University, Sweden, have now shown that one such structure, known as i-DNA, not only forms in…

Medical Xpress

i-DNA 'peek-a-boo structures' form in living cells and regulate genes linked to cancer - Medical Xpress

Using a fish that ages in just months, researchers found that a common diabetes drug helped protect kidneys from age-related damage. The discovery sheds light on how the drug safeguards kidney and he… [+6308 chars]

A fast-aging fish revealed how kidneys grow old—and how a common drug slows the damage.

SciTechDaily

Scientists Watched Kidneys Age in Months and Found a Kidney Protector - SciTechDaily

Astringency is the dry, puckering, rough, or sandpapery feeling people notice when eating foods rich in certain plant compounds called polyphenols. Polyphenols include flavanols, which have long been… [+3966 chars]

New research suggests the astringent sensation caused by flavanols could act as a direct signal to the brain, triggering effects similar to a mild workout for the nervous system. In mouse experiments, flavanol intake boosted activity, curiosity, learning, and…

Science Daily

That dry, bitter taste may be waking up your brain - ScienceDaily

A new neuroimaging study suggests that adolescents with borderline personality disorder exhibit distinct patterns of brain activity when reflecting on their own identity. The findings indicate that t… [+7879 chars]

A new neuroimaging study reveals that adolescents with borderline personality disorder show reduced brain activity in the prefrontal cortex when thinking about themselves, suggesting specific neural deficits related to identity processing.