Category: Health
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Toxic Products Found in Sportswear from Various Brands
An analysis found high levels of BPA, a chemical compound used to make certain types of plastic, which can have harmful health effects such as asthma, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity, in sportswear from various brands. The study was conducted by the California Environmental Health Center (CEH), which, after testing, sent legal notices to more than…
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Don’t Use Sugar Substitutes for Weight Loss, WHO Advises
Don’t use sugar substitutes if you’re trying to lose weight, according to a new guideline from the World Health Organization (WHO).
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World Lupus Day: Do You Know What Disease This Is?
Every year, on May 10th, World Lupus Day is celebrated, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. The aim of the day is to raise awareness about lupus and its effects on people and communities among the general public, medical professionals, and policymakers. Additionally, it gives those living with lupus the chance…
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Brazilian Açaí Brand Continues Expansion in the U.S. with New Store in California
Oakberry is bringing fresh energy to Venice Beach with the official opening of its new flagship location on the iconic Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Specialists in 100% natural and always fresh açaí bowls and smoothies, the new store represents the brand’s ongoing commitment to making superfoods easily accessible in the United States. With over 600 locations…
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Rising Inflation Is Impacting Mental Health. How the Country Is Coping
It is no secret that the country is feeling the pinch of inflation and rising costs of goods and services, with 48% of Americans struggling to make ends meet financially, according to the latest data from Dynata’s Global Consumer Trends survey. This represents an increase from 34% in August of last year. These circumstances are…
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How to Combat Allergens This Season
During allergy season, having a safe refuge from the triggers that make you sneeze and wheeze is essential. While you can’t completely control your outdoor environment, you can take steps at home to reduce allergens and feel better. • Fresh, cool air: The right air conditioning unit can help you breathe better indoors. For example,…
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1 in 6 People Worldwide Affected by Infertility
Large numbers of people are affected by infertility throughout their lives, according to a new report published today by the World Health Organization (WHO). Approximately 17.5% of the adult population – about 1 in 6 worldwide – experience infertility, highlighting the urgent need to increase access to affordable, high-quality fertility care for those in need.…
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WHO Declares End of Global Covid-19 Emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Friday (5) that it is ending the global emergency for Covid-19, declared more than three years ago when the pandemic began, which killed millions of people worldwide and changed daily life in ways previously unimaginable and, in some cases, permanently. In practical terms, the decision changes little: many…
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US to End COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for International Travelers on May 11
The United States will end its COVID-19 vaccination requirements for international travelers and federal employees on May 11, the date when the public health emergency order imposed at the beginning of the pandemic expires, the White House announced this week. In February, the U.S. House of Representatives voted in favor of suspending the requirement that…
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Warning: Sleep Supplements Have More Melatonin Than Recommended
Tests with over two dozen brands of melatonin gummies sold as sleep supplements showed that some contained potentially dangerous amounts of the hormone that helps regulate sleep.