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There’s actually no such thing as vegetables. Here’s why you should eat them anyway
The term vegetable doesn’t exist botanically. Instead, vegetables are classified as the roots, stems, leaves and flowers of edible plants.
4 min read - HealthTODAY
What are the healthiest chips you can buy? Dietitians share 3 things to look for
If you're on the hunt for the healthiest chips, you need to keep an eye on a few ingredients, dietitians say. What to know about oil, baking and veggie chips.
6 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Are women who don't have kids more physically active? What the latest health studies say about exercise, anger and more.
What to know about new studies on fitness, time-restricted eating, mental health and more.
3 min read - USAssociated Press
After Roe, the network of people who help others get abortions see themselves as 'the underground'
Waiting in a long post office line with the latest shipment of “abortion aftercare kits,” Kimra Luna got a text. A woman who’d taken abortion pills three weeks earlier was worried about bleeding — and disclosing the cause to a doctor. It was a typically busy afternoon for Luna, a doula and reproductive care activist in a state with some of the strictest abortion laws in the nation.
5 min read - HealthNBC News
The long, frustrating wait for better sunscreens in America
The FDA's ability to approve the chemical filters in sunscreens that are sold in other countries is hamstrung by a 1938 U.S. law that sunscreen makers say is unfair.
6 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Beer and spirits have more detrimental effects on the waistline and on cardiovascular disease risk than red or white wine
Research has been inconclusive on the degree to which drinking alcohol leads to the growth of harmful fat. But a new study suggests that beer and spirits are far bigger culprits than wine.
3 min read - CelebrityAssociated Press
King Charles III’s openness about cancer has helped him connect with people in year after coronation
King Charles III’s decision to be open about his cancer diagnosis has helped the new monarch connect with the people of Britain and strengthened the monarchy in the year since his dazzling coronation at Westminster Abbey. Charles has used his illness to highlight the need for early diagnosis and treatment, showing leadership at a time of personal hardship. “Ultimately, the great leveler is health,” said Anna Whitelock, a professor of the history of the monarchy at City University, London.
5 min read - LifestyleUSA TODAY
It's tick season: What types live in your area and how to keep them under control
Ticks come out this time of year but you can control them and keep ticks off you and your pets with some simple steps.
5 min read - WorldNBC News
Indigenous doulas lead the fight for reproductive care access gap in Gaum.
After the closure of the island’s only standalone birth center in December 2022, medical professionals have been sounding the alarm for what they consider a “maternal care crisis” on Guam.
7 min read - WorldAssociated Press
AP PHOTOS: South and Southeast Asian countries cope with a weekslong heat wave
In April, the United Nations Children’s Fund warned that the sweltering weather could put millions of children’s lives at risk and asked caregivers to take extra precautions. A UNICEF statement said that in the Asia-Pacific region, “around 243 million children are exposed to hotter and longer heatwaves, putting them at risk of a multitude of heat-related illnesses, and even death.” Meteorologists in Cambodia say the country is facing its hottest temperatures in 170 years, reaching as high as 4
2 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Amgen soars 16% after it talks up a new weight loss drug that could be injected monthly instead of weekly
Goldman Sachs said Amgen's experimental GLP-1 drug could have peak sales of $5 billion, or 5% of the estimated $100 billion weight loss drug market.
3 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life
What everyone still gets wrong about Botox, according to experts
What can Botox do — and what are the risks? Here’s what to know.
7 min read - HealthYahoo Life
6 mood-boosting foods to try, according to dietitians
From pumpkin seeds to oranges, adding these foods to your diet can improve your mood and your health.
7 min read - USABC News
Patients at Florida abortion clinic write messages for each other on walls
As abortion laws have become stricter across the nation, especially in the South, following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the bathroom walls of one women's healthcare clinic in Florida have become a refuge for women seeking care. Around one year ago, patients at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Jacksonville started leaving messages of support for each other on the walls of the bathroom in the clinic's lobby, according to Morgan Daniel, the health center supervisor at Planned Parenthood Jacksonv
3 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Mammograms Should Begin at Age 40, USPSTF Says
Mammograms for women who turn 40 became a priority again this week after the U.S. Preventive Task Force (USPSTF) updated their guidelines recommending all women start getting screened for breast cancer at the age of 40 and continue every other year until age 74.
3 min read - CelebrityYahoo Life
Busy Philipps opens up about her mental health journey and ADHD diagnosis: 'Why is this so hard for me?'
"I allowed it to make me feel bad about myself and tell myself stories about my intelligence and my capabilities," says the actress, who was diagnosed with ADHD at 39.
5 min read - HealthNBC News
Dairy worker with bird flu never developed respiratory symptoms, only pinkeye
Details of the bird flu infection in a Texas dairy worker were published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
4 min read - USNBC News
Gas and propane stoves linked to 50,000 cases of childhood asthma, study finds
Gas stoves are likely giving some children asthma, a study says. Nitrogen dioxide, which forms when natural gas is burned, can irritate airways and worsen breathing problems.
5 min read - USAssociated Press
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers
Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment. Under the deal announced Friday, the insurer will make coverage of artificial insemination standard for all customers nationally and work to ensure that patients have equal access to more expensive in-vitro fertilization procedures, according to the National Women’s Law Center, which represented plaintiffs in the case. Aetna, the health insurance arm o
3 min read - HealthYahoo Life
Feeling anxious? Here's how to calm down quickly.
Experts share techniques to pull yourself out of a moment of anxiety or panic.
4 min read - HealthVerywell Health
For Older Adults, Breaking a Hip Can Be Deadlier Than Cancer
A broken hip can be deadly for up to 30% of older adults. Here's why, plus what to do about it.
5 min read - HealthVerywell Health
How Does Bird Flu Spread to Humans?
Bird flu is an infectious viral illness that can spread among birds, and in rare cases, it can spread to humans. Here's what you need to know about how bird flu spreads and the preventative measures you can take, according to experts.
7 min read - HealthThe New York Times
COVID Vaccine Side Effects: 4 Takeaways From Our Investigation
Soon after their arrival in late December 2020, the COVID-19 vaccines turned the pandemic around and opened a path back to normalcy. They prevented about 14.4 million deaths worldwide, according to one estimate. In a small percentage of people, they also produced side effects. Over the course of more than a year, The New York Times talked to 30 people who said they had been harmed by COVID vaccines. Their symptoms may turn out to be unrelated to the shots. But they — along with more than a dozen
5 min read - HealthVerywell Health
Why You Have a Pimple-Like Rash
Several skin conditions and autoimmune diseases cause rash symptoms that resemble acne. Sort through a list of pimple-like rash causes here.
7 min read - HealthReuters
Dairy worker bird flu case shows need for protective gear, US CDC study shows
The Texas dairy farm worker infected with H5N1 bird flu was not wearing respiratory or eye protection and had been exposed to cattle that appeared to have the same symptoms as those in a nearby farm with a confirmed outbreak of the virus, according to new details on the case released on Friday. The details, reported online in the New England Journal of Medicine, underscore the risk to farm workers in the ongoing outbreak among U.S. dairy cattle and the need to wear protective gear to avoid infe
2 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
Bird flu outbreak: Don't drink that raw milk, no matter what social media tells you
Consuming unpasteurized dairy is a trend some people are promoting online. It's dangerous, but it could be an even worse idea with the bird flu spread.
3 min read - BusinessReuters
US FTC seeks more information on Novo Nordisk parent-Catalent deal
Catalent said on Friday the companies were in the process of gathering information to respond to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's request received on May 2. Novo Holdings in February agreed to buy Catalent to boost output of the popular weight-loss drug Wegovy.
1 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Former NBA guard Darius Morris dies at 33
Former NBA guard Darius Morris has died at the age of 33. He played for five teams during his four NBA seasons. Morris played college basketball at Michigan.
1 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
Jennifer Garner cooks with this gorgeous Staub cast iron skillet, and it's 60% off at Wayfair's Way Day sale
Thanks to the retailer's massive discount event, you can snag this celeb-beloved pan for just $126 — the current lowest price on the internet.
4 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Bulls' Lonzo Ball picks up $21.4 million option for 2024-25 season amid knee concerns
Ball hasn't played since the 2021-22 season.
2 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
5 things I want to hear from Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the Milken conference
Out comes Tesla CEO Musk from the factory floor to one of more glitzy conferences of the year.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Los Angeles Clippers 2024 NBA offseason preview: It's gonna be a tough summer
The Clippers will likely have some key free agents but are not expected to have any cap space.
5 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
10 Mother's Day gifts from Oprah's Favorite Things list that will arrive in time — starting at $25
Surprise Mom with gifts approved and used by Oprah herself.
1 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
Best Wayfair Way Day kitchen deals: Save up to 75% on pro baker-approved knife sets, cookware and more
I spotted a Staub 4-piece baker set for a low $50, a KitchenAid 12-piece knife block set for only $53 and so much more.
1 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Luis Arráez logs 4 hits in Padres debut in 13-1 win over Diamondbacks
This is what the Padres had in mind when they dealt for Luis Arráez.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Kentucky Derby 2024 winner, payouts, results: Mystik Dan scores upset photo finish win in thrilling Run for the Roses
In a finish you have to see to believe, three horses hit the finish within a fraction of a second to end the race
1 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
'Lumps and crepey skin are gone': Grab this anti-aging body lotion for just $12
The Gold Bond favorite has earned over 20,000 flawless reviews on Amazon.
3 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Why Warren Buffett's billions in cash at Berkshire Hathaway is a bearish stock market signal
Berkshire Hathaway cut its stake in Apple by about 13% as its cash pile hit a record high in the first quarter. A bearish signal all around?
4 min read - USCNN
Kenan Thompson is supportive of college protests as long as they don’t involve his daughter in ‘SNL’ cold open
“Saturday Night Live” took on one of the top news stories of the past week on its latest episode, when cast members played concerned parents of New York City college kids involved in protests in the cold open over the weekend.
2 min read - SportsLife & Style
Travis Kelce Attends the 2024 Kentucky Derby Without Taylor Swift, Wins Big With 1st Bet
Travis Kelce was ready for the most exciting two minutes in sports! The Kansas City Chiefs tight end was spotted at the 2024 Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Kentucky, on Saturday, May 4, as he jumped up and down in a crowd of people after winning a bet. The clip shared by the official Kentucky Derby...
2 min read - OpinionUSA TODAY Opinion
Who will be dumb enough to become Donald Trump's vice president?
Who will be Donald Trump's vice presidential candidate? It's frankly remarkable that anyone would want the job.
4 min read - CelebritySheKnows
Celebrities Who Are Reportedly Banned From the Met Gala
Given that the Met Gala is often dubbed “fashion’s biggest night out,” it’s safe to assume that an invite to the prestigious New York event is one of the most sought after tickets. Every year, on the first Monday in May, A-listers from Kim Kardashian to Blake Lively make their way up the steps of …
4 min read - USTexas Tribune
Molly Cook declares victory over Rep. Jarvis Johnson in special election to fill open Texas Senate seat until January
With more than three-quarters of Election Day voting centers reporting, Cook led with 57% to Johnson’s 43%.
5 min read - PoliticsCNN
The moment Trump defied gravity is coming back to haunt him
Being elected president shortly after surviving the publication of the leaked “Access Hollywood” tape in 2016 is the moment in which Donald Trump defied political gravity.
6 min read - USRolling Stone
‘SNL’ Monologue: Not Even Radical Optimist Dua Lipa Can Put a Positive Spin on Kristi Noem Killing Her Puppy
After releasing her new album Radical Optimism, Lipa had her hands full with the GOP governor
2 min read - SportsLSU Tigers Wire
Angel Reese elaborates on why she chose Reebok for shoe deal
Angel Reese signed a shoe deal with Reebok back in October.
2 min read - HealthCNN
Your body needs these three forms of movement every week
Movement is movement, right? Not exactly. Here’s what your body is looking for in addition to your morning walk or yoga session, according to experts.
5 min read - CelebrityParade
Anna Nicole Smith's Teen Daughter Dannielynn Makes a Bold Fashion Statement at Kentucky Derby Gala
Fans couldn't get over how much the 17-year-old resembled her famous mom.
2 min read - LifestyleBuzzFeed
People Are Calling Out The Annoying Home Feature They Didn't Notice Until After They Moved In
"We bought a house that was built back in 1947 and were charmed to death with what we then saw as 'character'..."
14 min read - EntertainmentTVLine.com
SNL Takes on Columbia Protests, But Kenan Thompson Is Just Mad About the Tuition — Watch Video
Saturday Night Live tackled the thorny issue of college protests this week — and thankfully, Kenan Thompson was there to find some laughs in it. In Saturday’s cold open, Thompson played Alphonse, the father of a student at Columbia University who was a guest on a local talk show and initially came out as supportive …
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