Study shows cash assistance for groceries provides low-income families more flexibility than food distributions

by Amy McCaig,Rice UniversityRachel Kimbro, one of the study's lead authors, at the Houston Food Bank. Credit: Rice UniversityA Rice University study of food aid programs during the pa

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Study shows cash assistance for groceries provides low-income families more flexibility than food distributions

by Amy McCaig,Rice UniversityRachel Kimbro, one of the study's lead authors, at the Houston Food Bank. Credit: Rice UniversityA Rice University study of food aid programs during the pa

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Many Americans are counting their carbs—but what counts as a 'low-carb' diet?

by ThinkHealthy GroupCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInterest in low-carbohydrate (or "low-carb") diets continues to grow. In fact, low-carb diets have doubled in popularity among US consum

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Many Americans are counting their carbs—but what counts as a 'low-carb' diet?

by ThinkHealthy GroupCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainInterest in low-carbohydrate (or "low-carb") diets continues to grow. In fact, low-carb diets have doubled in popularity among US consum

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A new year means new fitness goals. But options for people with disability are few and far between

by Leanne Hassett, Anne Tiedemann and Cathie Sherrington,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAround4.4 million Australians, or 18% of our population, live with disability. Th

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A new year means new fitness goals. But options for people with disability are few and far between

by Leanne Hassett, Anne Tiedemann and Cathie Sherrington,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAround4.4 million Australians, or 18% of our population, live with disability. Th

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Research shows irregular sleep rhythm challenges the health of middle-aged people

by University of OuluSleep regularity quartiles showing the increasing standard deviations (increasing irregularities) of bedtime, wake-up time, and time in bed. Credit:Journal of Act

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Research shows irregular sleep rhythm challenges the health of middle-aged people

by University of OuluSleep regularity quartiles showing the increasing standard deviations (increasing irregularities) of bedtime, wake-up time, and time in bed. Credit:Journal of Act

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Whether you exercise regularly or one-to-two days a week, weight loss is possible, shows study

by The Obesity SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhether you engage in physical activity on a regular basis or one-to-two days a week, both options produce weight loss suggests a new study

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Whether you exercise regularly or one-to-two days a week, weight loss is possible, shows study

by The Obesity SocietyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWhether you engage in physical activity on a regular basis or one-to-two days a week, both options produce weight loss suggests a new study

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Study shows sense of smell is impacted by vaping

by University of OtagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSensory changes may be an unexpected side effect of vaping, new University of Otago research shows. The study, carried out in collaboration

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Study shows sense of smell is impacted by vaping

by University of OtagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSensory changes may be an unexpected side effect of vaping, new University of Otago research shows. The study, carried out in collaboration

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Study discovers link between high levels of niacin and heart disease

by Cleveland ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a

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Study discovers link between high levels of niacin and heart disease

by Cleveland ClinicCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainCleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a

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Research shows online interventions with social support help middle-aged adults with obesity lose weight

by University of MissouriCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainObesity is a problem in the United States. In fact, 42.5% of U.S. adults aged 20 and over have the disease. Not only is obesity the nati

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Research shows online interventions with social support help middle-aged adults with obesity lose weight

by University of MissouriCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainObesity is a problem in the United States. In fact, 42.5% of U.S. adults aged 20 and over have the disease. Not only is obesity the nati

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New health evidence advocates for clean fuels in African homes and schools

by University of LiverpoolCredit: Professor Nigel Bruce/University of LiverpoolUniversity of Liverpool researchers have conducted the first comprehensive analysis of the substantial health gain t

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New health evidence advocates for clean fuels in African homes and schools

by University of LiverpoolCredit: Professor Nigel Bruce/University of LiverpoolUniversity of Liverpool researchers have conducted the first comprehensive analysis of the substantial health gain t

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Beware teeth-fixing products touted by influencers, dentists warn

by Juliette Mansour and Julie PacorelTeeth whitening Crest 3D Whitestrips contain far more hydrogen peroxide than UK and EU rules allow.By flashing a perfect smile, online beauty influencers have prov

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Beware teeth-fixing products touted by influencers, dentists warn

by Juliette Mansour and Julie PacorelTeeth whitening Crest 3D Whitestrips contain far more hydrogen peroxide than UK and EU rules allow.By flashing a perfect smile, online beauty influencers have prov

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People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet are less likely to suffer from dangerous snoring, finds study

by European Respiratory SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and nuts are less likely to suffer with obstructive s

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People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet are less likely to suffer from dangerous snoring, finds study

by European Respiratory SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and nuts are less likely to suffer with obstructive s

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Virtual reality grooming is an increasing danger: How can parents keep children safe?

by Marika Guggisberg,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainVirtual reality (VR) headsets are increasingly popular among adults and children. They are part of extended reality environm

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Virtual reality grooming is an increasing danger: How can parents keep children safe?

by Marika Guggisberg,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainVirtual reality (VR) headsets are increasingly popular among adults and children. They are part of extended reality environm

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