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Can a low-carb diet cause your cholesterol to skyrocket? This question has vexed researchers and influencers alike as the popularity of low-carbohydrate diets has surged, yet the evidence has remained mixed. New research…
Ever wonder why some people crave sweets while others can take them or leave them? Preliminary findings from a new study suggest that people who carry certain genetic variants associated with a preference for sweet or…
Everyone gets anxious now and then. Maybe your heart races before a big meeting, or you feel jittery waiting for some news — that’s normal. But what if you start shaking, feeling short of breath, or ...
Around 700,000 Kentucky kids will return to school in a few weeks and experts said it is important to prepare kids for the transition. While it may include a trip to the store for notebooks and ...
A new study reveals that the vagus nerve transmits gut nutrient signals to the hippocampus, boosting acetylcholine release and spatial memory.
Posted July 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Mel Robbins' book Let Them is still a bestseller nearly two years after publication. The concept struck a chord with millions of people. This two-word phrase has…
America is undercounting the number of suicide deaths, despite the rise in suicide rates in the 21st century, experts caution in a commentary published in the journal Injury Prevention.
When a romantic partner frequently ignores you for their smartphone, the resulting sense of neglect can seep into the rest of your life. New survey data links partner "phubbing" to reduced household peace and increased…
A form of dementia that strikes younger people is more common in Hispanics than previously thought, according to a new study led by researchers at UT Health San Antonio, the academic health center of The University of…
Posted July 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Devon Frye Social connections are the lifeblood of what it means to be human. Relationships are an integral part—if not the integral part—of the human experience. We know this is true…
Posted July 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Every semester, in my Power and Influence course, a familiar moment arrives. We are deep into a negotiation exercise or a role‑play designed to surface real…
(MedPage Today) -- The FDA approved SimpleScreen CRC, a blood-based screening test for adults 45 years and older who are at average risk for colorectal cancer (CRC), Freenome announced. SimpleScreen CRC joins Guardant…
(MedPage Today) -- Welcome to Culture Clinic, MedPage Today's collaboration with Northwell Health to offer a healthcare professional's take on the latest viral medical topics. An unregulated injectable peptide popping up…
A new study reveals that eye state flips the relationship between alpha brain activity and mind wandering.
We compare ourselves with other people. We do so in different ways, in different situations. We may or may not be aware of the comparisons we make. We may or may not realize, for good or ill, how these comparisons affect…
Posted July 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Devon Frye In my previous post, I wrote about my client Dennis’s painful memories of his incendiary response to a crisis that his son, Luke, was in the midst of during high school. We…
Chronic gum disease (periodontitis) may worsen bone deterioration in people with osteoporosis by disrupting the microorganisms that support gut health, according to collaborative research between Griffith University and…
Posted July 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Michelle Quirk I was recently speaking with someone about her experience as an employee for a large organization in the corporate world. Her main memory was that it was confusing and…
New analysis shows COMP360 psilocybin sessions for PTSD stay mostly silent, with nondirective support boosting safety and autonomy.
A long-term study challenges one of society's biggest assumptions about relationships and happiness.
A type of brain activity linked to arousal and attention can track mind wandering. But research conflicts on whether this activity promotes or hinders mind wandering. Esther Thielking of Barnard College and colleagues…
FDA Advisory Committee voted to recommend easing compounding restrictions for six peptides, including Epitalon and Semax, late last week - ...
more young adults are choosing "no contact," prompting debate over boundaries and belonging
A sophisticated brain and maternal care may have helped internet sensation Jimothy the raccoon survive the wild with a rare spinal condition.
Understood reports that the FDA has approved Simtriyo, a new ADHD medication targeting dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, promising fewer side effects.
The number of people claiming ADHD related benefits in England and Wales has increased more than fourfold since 2019. Sophie Borland examines what’s driving the spike and whether the state is ...
Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Specialized Mental Health Care: Interview and Observational Study With Health Care Pr ...
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed Senate Bill 2749 into law, expanding the state's Substance Use Disorder Act to include gambling disorder prevention, treatment, education, and recovery ...
Rural communities are disproportionately affected by the country’s mental health crisis. According to the National Institutes of Health, over 60% of rural Americans live in designated mental health ...
Stress has become a common part of modern life. Whether it is pressure at work, financial worries, relationship difficulties or ...