HEALTH
Kid a Picky Eater? It's Mostly Genetic, Scientists Say
Scientists in England found that picky eating was 60 percent genetic among toddlers and 74 percent in children older than 3.
'Widespread Harm' Warning as Microplastic Pollution May Double by 2040
"Everywhere we look, we have found plastics. From remote locations across the globe to the inside our own bodies," Joel Rindelaub said.
How To Get Free COVID Tests From US Government This Month
U.S. households will be eligible to order four free COVID-19 testing kits.
Healthy Weight Improves Fertility in Men and Women, Study Says
Being overweight or underweight can be a "critically important" factor in a couple's fertility, a study says.
Breastfed Babies Have Better Lung and Gut Health, Study Says
New research highlights the profound impact of breastfeeding on infants' microbiomes and its essential role in supporting respiratory health.
Ultra-Processed Food Linked With Diabetes Risk, Study Says
Replacing 10 percent of ultra-processed foods with healthier alternatives lowered diabetes risk by up to 18 percent, a new study says.
Waffle Recall Update As FDA Sets Risk Level for 13 States
The products were voluntarily recalled "due to the potential presence of soft plastic film," leading them to be given a Class II risk level.
COVID Map Update Reveals US Virus Wastewater Levels Amid National 'High'
While some states have seen the lowest COVID-19 levels in months, others still have "very high" activity.
L.A. Dengue Update: 'Unprecedented Cluster'
Three cases were detected in Baldwin Park in individuals with no travel history outside the U.S.
MIND: The Diet for Brain Health That Could Slow Cognitive Decline
The MIND diet is similar to the Mediterranean diet but was developed to boost brain health and prevent diseases such as dementia.
Some Diabetes Drugs May Protect Against Dementia and Parkinson's
Scientists found a 22 percent lower risk of any dementia and Parkinson's among a group taking SGLT2 inhibitors for type 2 diabetes.
New IBS Treatment May Be As Effective as Standard Restrictive Diet
An alternative treatment to the low-FODMAP diet was tested by Swedish researchers, with encouraging results for gut symptoms.
Ozempic Could Soon Be Cheaper in US
The U.S. government may be about to haggle down the price of Ozempic from its manufacturer Novo Nordisk.
Arsenic Exposure in Texas Linked to Faster Onset of Diabetes
Texas residents who were exposed to greater levels of toxic metals were found to develop markers for type 2 diabetes earlier.
Study Reveals Foods That Could Lower Dementia Risk
Berries were among the foods and beverages found to be associated with a 28 percent lower risk of dementia in a large study by Queen's University Belfast.
US COVID-19 Rates Oscillate Every Six Months
"Understanding these oscillatory cycles is crucial," scientists told Newsweek.
TikTok Fitness Content May Cause Body Image Issues, Study Says
"Fitspiration" videos spread health misinformation, reinforce harmful ideals and glorify eating disorders, says a recent study.
Coffee: Drink Three Cups a Day for 'Far-Reaching Benefits', Say Scientists
These findings add to a growing body of evidence that moderate caffeine and coffee consumption may be beneficial for our health.
XEC COVID Variant: What To Know
"XEC is definitely taking charge," one expert says. "This does appear to be the next variant" and is "just getting started now."
Weight Loss Drugs: 1 in 4 Would Use Without Prescription, Survey Shows
"Weight loss medications are not one size fits all and patients should always discuss options with a trusted medical professional," one expert told Newsweek.
Is AI the Cure to Doctor Burnout?
Is generative AI the cure to doctor burnout that will allow physicians to focus on what matters most—their patients?
39 Million May Die of Drug-Resistant Bugs by 2050: 'Now Is the Time to Act'
The greatest burden will fall on sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, one of the study's researchers said.
Crumbl Cookies 'Might Promote Sugar Addiction,' Nutritionist Warns
The viral cookie company has received increasingly mixed attention recently; experts explain how their products impact health.
California: 1 in 10 Kids May Be Breathing Pesticides in San Joaquin Valley
"Children and adults in agricultural regions of the San Joaquin Valley of California continue to be exposed to pesticides," researcher Deborah H. Bennett said.