Will retatrutide help me lose weight or look 'shredded?'
Injectable peptides are generating a lot of buzz online.
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Healthy living news
Cutting calories to slow aging—without compromising health
Restricting calorie intake in species such as mice, rhesus monkeys, and fruit flies has been shown to extend their lifespans. In some cases, these animals not only live longer, but are also free of disease. But when pushed ...
Apr 17, 2026
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Healthy diets may expose younger non-smokers to lung cancer risk through pesticides
A diet rich in fruit, vegetables, and whole grains is generally recommended for better health and to lower the risk of cancer and other diseases. However, new research from USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of ...
Apr 17, 2026
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FDA to review whether to allow more access to certain peptides
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will soon review whether certain peptides should be allowed in customized medications made by compounding pharmacies.
Apr 17, 2026
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How long does a transplanted heart last?
Heart transplant surgeon Raymond Lee, MD, explains what patients can expect after a heart transplant—including how long the heart will last. The average lifespan of a transplanted heart is about 10 years, though outcomes ...
Apr 17, 2026
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E-cigarette devices expose users to toxic metals, mouse study reveals
A study published in Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry by University of Technology Sydney (UTS) researchers showed that even short-term vaping at exposure levels below typical daily human use resulted in measurable accumulation ...
Apr 17, 2026
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Double shifts disrupt normal cortisol patterns
Working double shifts is associated with alterations in normal cortisol patterns, according to a study published online April 8 in Nursing Open.
Apr 16, 2026
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Nature videos can calm the mind, lift mood and forge outdoor-level connection without leaving home
New research led by a scholar at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign suggests that watching and creating videography of scenic locations cultivates nature-based mindfulness—conveying the same cognitive and emotional ...
Apr 16, 2026
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Is mouthwash bad for the heart? Here's what the research actually says
Social media videos are claiming that mouthwash can raise the risk of blood pressure—and potentially damage heart health.
Apr 16, 2026
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Poor hygiene and food handling practices increase the risk of bacterial outbreaks in Brazilian households
A significant number of Brazilians engage in improper food hygiene and handling practices at home. Examples include washing meat in the kitchen sink and failing to properly wash vegetables. These findings were revealed by ...
Apr 15, 2026
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