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health-and-wellness4 hours ago•4 min saved

Back-to-School Germs: Four Illnesses Surge as Kids Return to Class

Back-to-school season is bringing a surge in four illnesses—gastrointestinal bugs, hand-foot-mouth disease, strep throat, and mono—according to a Northwestern Medicine pediatrician, with spread driven by close contact in classrooms; she emphasizes strict hygiene, changing older kids’ clothes after school, and keeping feverish children home, plus guidance on when it’s okay to return. The doctor also urges flu vaccination by Halloween, noting last season’s severe pediatric flu toll and that vaccines help reduce severity and illness even when not a perfect match.

via NBC 5 Chicago|

#back-to-school #gastrointestinal-bugs #hand-foot-mouth-disease

health-and-wellness19 hours ago•58 min saved

A Hepatologist's Liver-Saving Grocery Rule: Ditch Sugar-Sweetened Drinks

Transplant hepatologist Dr. Brian T. Lee says liver health is shaped by daily food choices. He minimizes sugar-sweetened beverages due to their link to liver fat and weight gain, favors a liver-friendly Mediterranean-style diet rich in produce, whole grains and unsaturated fats, and swaps in water, unsweetened tea, and black coffee. He also cautions against ultra-processed foods and refined carbohydrates and notes moderation of alcohol for liver health.

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#coffee #health-and-wellness #liver-health

health-and-wellness1 day ago•6 min saved

7,000 Steps: The Real Health Target Behind the 10,000-Step Myth

A Lancet Public Health review of over 160,000 adults finds the biggest health gains come well before 10,000 steps, with meaningful benefits observed at 7,000 daily steps and diminishing returns thereafter for most outcomes (heart disease, dementia, cancer, depression, type 2 diabetes, falls, premature death). The 10,000-step goal originated in a 1960s Japanese marketing campaign for the Manpo-kei, not science. Increasing steps from 2,000 to 4,000 improves cardiovascular health, and consistency matters more than chasing a fixed number. Wearables help gamify targets, but real gains come from sustainable habits: brisk walking, strength training, reducing sedentary time, adequate sleep, and proper recovery.

via Live 5 News|

#health #health-and-wellness #public-health

health-and-wellness3 days ago•6 min saved

Magnesium on the Edge: How Much Is Safe?

Magnesium can help sleep and recovery, but excess can cause diarrhea and, for people with kidney issues, more serious problems. Experts suggest keeping total daily intake at or below about 400 mg of elemental magnesium from all sources; common supplement doses range from 100–200 mg (up to 350 mg). Read label terms for elemental magnesium, avoid stacking multiple magnesium products, and watch for interactions with certain medications. Consult a clinician for personalized dosing.

via GQ|

#digestive-health #health-and-wellness #kidney-function

health-and-wellness3 days ago•60 min saved

Bananas and Your Gut: How a Daily Banana Can Shape Digestion

Dietitians say bananas can support gut health for many people when eaten regularly over time. Unripe bananas provide resistant starch that may help with diarrhea and feed friendly gut bacteria; ripe bananas offer soluble fiber that can ease constipation. Both contain prebiotic pectin that promotes beneficial microbes and may help with fullness and weight management. Individual responses vary, and some people may experience gas or bloating. For IBD, unripe bananas are often better tolerated and stay low-FODMAP, while ripening converts starch to FODMAP sugars. Most people can safely eat about one banana daily as part of a balanced diet, but those with kidney disease or diabetes should tailor intake and prioritize dietary variety.

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#bananas #gut-health #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness5 days ago•3 min saved

Daylight-Active Asian Tiger Mosquitoes Surge Across Chicago Suburbs

Chicago-area mosquito districts report higher populations of the invasive Asian tiger mosquito, which is active in daylight and can take multiple blood meals, making residents feel more bites this summer. Researchers say it’s now the third-most common species in traps around the north suburbs, partly due to warm, damp conditions that boost breeding near homes. The species can transmit diseases like West Nile, so residents should eliminate standing water and use bug spray to protect themselves outdoors.

via NBC 5 Chicago|

#asian-tiger-mosquito #chicago #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness5 days ago•7 min saved

Wastewater signals Boise COVID-19 uptick as schools reopen

Boise-area wastewater data shows an upward trend in COVID-19 levels as students return to school, suggesting a possible surge. Health officials note that the fall-winter respiratory season can strain hospitals and emphasize staying up to date with vaccines, getting tested, and continuing preventive measures. Emergency visits for COVID-like symptoms have been low recently, but past seasons have seen spikes, underscoring the ongoing importance of vigilance.

via Idaho Statesman|

#back-to-school #boise #covid-19

business7 days ago•4 min saved

Hashimoto’s, Pregnancy, and a Pivot: Building Perelel to Support Women’s Health

An as-told-to piece about Perelel cofounder Alex Taylor: after rapid leadership roles in publishing, mounting stress coincided with Hashimoto’s disease and pregnancy, prompting her to quit, shift to a new role at Free People Movement, and eventually cofound Perelel—bootstrapped through COVID to deliver pregnancy-focused supplements and later expand to perimenopause and IVF support. She now balances motherhood and leadership with routines like daily meditation, early bedtimes, reading fiction, and strict phone discipline to reduce stress.

via Business Insider|

#autoimmune-disease #business #entrepreneurship

health-and-wellness9 days ago•4 min saved

Green vs. Red Apples: Same Nutrition, Different Flavors

Green and red apples are varieties of the same species; color differences come from pigments, with green apples typically tart and lower in sugar, while red apples are sweeter. Both offer fiber, vitamin C, potassium and antioxidants, and nutritional differences are minor, so choose based on taste and dietary goals. For maximum benefits, eat the peel and watch portions if you’re managing diabetes or digestive sensitivity.

via USA Today|

#antioxidants #apples #green-apples

health-and-wellness12 days ago•38 min saved

Lifting Past 50: Strength Training as the Real Fountain of Youth

A Women's Health feature argues that resistance training is one of the best tools to counter aging, boosting bone density to help prevent fractures, aiding metabolism and blood sugar regulation, and improving balance and coordination (with potential neurological benefits). Start small with resistance bands or light weights, aim for 2–3 sessions per week, and rotate upper body, lower body, and core exercises. Progress typically shows in six to eight weeks, and real‑life stories from women illustrate the empowering benefits of lifting later in life.

via Yahoo Lifestyle Canada|

#aging #bone-health #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness12 days ago•7 min saved

California engineered-stone boom fuels silicosis surge among countertop workers

California’s engineered-stone countertop boom is driving a rapid silicosis outbreak among Latino men, with 571 cases reported in 2023–Aug 2026 (up from 47 in 2019–2022). Diagnoses skew younger (median age 46) and deaths occur earlier (median 52), with dozens undergoing or awaiting lung transplants. The San Fernando Valley is a hotspot, and exposure typically spans 16–25 years of work. Regulators have advanced tougher safety rules (SB 20, 2025) and emergency measures, but compliance remains inconsistent, fueling calls to stronger actions, including a potential ban on fabrication of engineered stone.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #engineered-stone #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness14 days ago•4 min saved

TikTok’s ‘divorce glow ups’ spark mixed realities of post-split life

The article examines the TikTok trend of divorce glow ups and how experiences after divorce vary: some women feel lighter and celebrate new chapters, while others, like Farrington, continue to struggle with grief and loneliness; experts say online posts are curated and the divorce process remains emotionally and financially complex, though social media can offer community and catharsis.

via USA Today|

#divorce #divorce-party #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness14 days ago•419 min saved

Al Roker Embraces Japanese Walking, Extends His Distance

Al Roker tried the Japanese walking interval routine—about a 5-minute easy warm-up, then 3 minutes of hard walking followed by 3 minutes of easy walking for roughly 35 minutes—saying it helped him go farther; experts say interval walking can boost VO2 max and bone density while remaining low-impact, with easy segments offering a moment for mindfulness.

via TODAY.com|

#al-roker #bone-density #health-and-wellness

health-and-wellness15 days ago•2 min saved

Marching Bands: Cardio Power, Yet Labeled as Performing Arts

The NFHS does not classify marching bands as sports, keeping them in the performing arts category despite substantial physical conditioning; while the activity offers a strong cardio workout, its primary purpose is musical performance, not athletics, though professional drum corps require daily hours of intense training.

via usatoday.com|

#drum-corps-international #health-and-wellness #marching-band

health-and-wellness16 days ago•54 min saved

Three Simple Moves to Preserve Independence as You Age

A personal trainer recommends a tiny, three‑move routine—pogo jumps, lunge pulses, and ski poling—to boost mobility, balance, and leg strength so people can stay independent into their 80s. The exercises are quick (about a minute each), require no gym, and can be done anywhere (even while cooking). Regularly practicing these moves may also support bone health and reduce fall risk as we age.

via AOL.com|

#aging #balance #fitness