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10 Apps for Encouraging Your Kids to Be More Active

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, children between the ages of 6 and 17 should get at least an hour of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity every single day, but clocking 60 minutes of exercise is easier said than done. Here are 10 apps that encourage users to...

lifehacker.com

 

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Fixed vs. Growth: The Two Basic Mindsets That Shape Our Lives

How to fine-tune the internal monologue that scores every aspect of our lives, from leadership to love.

www.themarginalian.org

 

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RHOA alum Kandi Burruss shows off her 20lbs weight gain

Former Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi has admitted to packing on at least 20lbs after departing the hit Bravo series.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Kandi Burruss gets breast reduction: 'They're perky and smaller'

The 45-year-old Grammy winner underwent the procedure, as well as a breast lift and scar revision, by Dr. Chad Deal at Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga, TN in early June

www.dailymail.co.uk

Kandi Burruss' daughter Riley, 20, is totally unrecognizable

Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss celebrated her daughter Riley's new look at BravoCon in New York over the weekend after a dramatic body transformation.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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First case of Down syndrome among Neanderthals is discovered

Scientists have discovered the first case of Down syndrome among Neanderthals after analyzing a fossil found in Spain, which belonged to a six-year-old who lived over 140,000 years ago.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Autism may be linked to Neanderthal genes, study finds

Neanderthal's DNA has been linked to autism in modern day humans for the first time. It was likely caused by interbreeding between Neanderthals and humans about 47,000 years ago.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2024/06/24/nx-s1-4976240/retirement-annenberg-genspace-los-angeles

 

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Taking Daily Multivitamins Does Not Help You Live Longer, New Study Finds

Taking a daily multivitamin does not help people live longer and may increase the risk of death, an NIH study finds.

people.com

The Limited Value of Multivitamin Supplements

With as many as 1 in 3 US adults using multivitamin supplements, the question as to whether these supplements reduce mortality is an important public health issue. Drawing on 3 large cohorts including 390 124 participants and more than 20 years of follow-up data, the study by Loftfield and...

jamanetwork.com

 

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Biomarkers, from diagnosis to treatment

To find cancer before it strikes, look for the molecular clues

arstechnica.com

How America Lost Its King Crab Supremacy

Stalin, Putin and climate change inadvertently turned Norway’s most desperate fishing spot into a global seafood capital.

www.bloomberg.com

A Pitch-Perfect Ode to Korean “Drivers’ Restaurants”

Kisa is a brand-new spot on the Lower East Side that does an astonishingly good job of seeming like it’s been there forever.

www.newyorker.com

 

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Man suffers rare bee sting directly to the eyeball—it didn’t go well

He did recover. No disturbing images in the article, but a link for those who dare.

arstechnica.com

Microdosing candies finally recalled after psychoactive muscimol found

Muscimol, found in the candy, is from hallucinogenic Amanita muscaria mushrooms.

arstechnica.com

 

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http://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/food-wine/indians-mustard-oil-spices-banned-us-west-why-9378439

The Secret, Magical Life Of Lithium | NOEMA

One of the oldest, scarcest elements in the universe has given us treatments for mental illness, ovenproof casserole dishes and electric cars. But how much do we really know about lithium?

www.noemamag.com

 

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6 Extreme Heat Safety Tips for Anyone Spending Time Outdoors

Heat waves can pose risks for just about anyone who spends time outside, whether they’re runners, outdoor workers or kids playing sports.

getpocket.com

What Vitamins and Minerals Really Do in Your Body

Humans need around 30 vitamins and minerals to keep our bodies functioning

www.scientificamerican.com

Construction workers are dying by suicide at an alarming rate

The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates among professions, with an estimated 6,000 construction workers dying by suicide in 2022.

www.nbcnews.com

Stiff hips? This 5-move bodyweight walking workout builds flexibility and a stronger lower body

Here's how to spice up a walk

www.tomsguide.com

 

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The 19th-Century Nurse Who Was Secretly a Serial Killer

“Jolly Jane” Toppan overcame a miserable Dickensian childhood to become a medical professional patients adored. She was also slowly murdering them one by one.

getpocket.com

 

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Noise canceling can help save your ears

We’re probably all listening to music too loudly, alas.

www.vox.com

The 11 best sunscreens for every need – from solid to mineral, body to face

Whether you’re looking for all-over SPF protection for the family or a UV hair product, Sali Hughes selects her sunscreen winners – and the best of the rest

www.theguardian.com

https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/06/pain-scale/678778/

 

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In Defense of Airport Sushi

Is airport sushi truly deserving of its dubious reputation—or is it just misunderstood?

www.cntraveler.com

5 Signs Your Body Is Telling You That You're Eating Too Much Protein, According to a Registered Dietitian

Yes, you can have too much of a good thing.

www.wellandgood.com

Indian heatwave exposes a cooling challenge for fresh food | Context

India's heatwave hits small vendors hardest as they cannot keep produce fresh and customers stay off the streets

www.context.news

 

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The messy quest to replace drugs with electricity

“Electroceuticals” promised the post-pharma future for medicine. But the exclusive focus on the nervous system is seeming less and less warranted.

www.technologyreview.com

Supershoes are reshaping distance running

Kenyan runners, like many others, are grappling with the impact of expensive, high-performance shoes.

www.technologyreview.com

Stanford study reveals six distinct types of depression

A recent study highlights how brain imaging and machine learning can help identify the best treatments for different types of depression, aiming to improve treatment accuracy and reduce trial-and-error methods.

www.indiatoday.in

 

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Advice for Healthy Cooking at Home | Well+Good

Nourish yourself with healthy cooking that brings flavor into your life. Get tips, recipes, and advice from professional chefs and nutritionists.

www.wellandgood.com

Fitness | Well+Good

www.wellandgood.com

 

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Woman with 'worst case' of rare condition travels 4k miles for surgery

Kristina Bayus-Roszak, 29 [shown] who had a rare medical condition that rendered her unable to eat due to extreme pain received lifesaving surgery 4,000 miles away in Germany .

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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An 18-Year-Old Athlete's Heart Stopped. How His Friends Saved His Life: 'It's Really a Miracle'

In May, high school wrestler J.J. Machnik jumped on the treadmill for a routine workout and went into cardiac arrest, but his friends' quick-thinking and CPR averted tragedy

people.com

Shark Bites Florida Man Leaving Him in Critical Condition with 'Severe' Injuries to His Arm

A man is in critical condition after a shark bit him off Florida’s eastern coast, on Friday June, 28, Nassau County Sheriff's Office said on social media. The Sheriff's Office Marine unit responded to a distress call from a man aboard a vessel, who 'had suffered a severe bite to his right arm.'

people.com

 

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Skip This Type Of Sushi If You Want To Avoid Food Poisoning

Here's what you should know to avoid getting a foodborne illness from your favorite takeout meal.

www.huffpost.com

 

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Fragrant and Nutty: We Tasted 10 Sesame Oils to Find the Best for Cooking and Beyond

We tried 10 different sesame oils and spoke to an expert to learn more about this staple ingredient.

www.seriouseats.com

 

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37 Unforgettable Airport Meals Around the World

From chicharron sandwiches in Lima to a noodle buffet in Tokyo and a ladies’ filet in Johannesburg.

www.cntraveler.com

 

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https://www.fastcompany.com/91145726/utah-toxic-algal-blooms-lakeguard-oxy

 

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The ultimate warm up exercises and cool down routine to maximise your workouts

Committing time to warming up and cooling down when working out is far more important than that last big rep

www.gq-magazine.co.uk

Why Protecting Your Joints Should Be Your Number-One Workout Priority

Forget running faster or lifting heavier—here's the case for working out for joint health.

www.gq.com

 

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Rubbing Alcohol Mistakes to Avoid

Rubbing alcohol is great for cleaning, but here are 6 things you should never do.

getpocket.com

I Hate Airport Food—So Why Can’t I Quit It?

Writer Ella Quittner calls time out on her chaotic relationship with airport food—and goes looking for the reset button.

www.cntraveler.com

 

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You Really Need to Clean Your Gas Grill

Knowing how to clean a gas grill is crucial to a safe summer full of memorable meals. Here's how to do it in a few simple steps.

lifehacker.com

 

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“Debilitating a Generation”: Expert Warns That Long COVID May Eventually Affect Most Americans

In a candid discussion with INET's Lynn Parramore, Dr. Phillip Alvelda highlights the imminent dangers of long COVID, criticizing governments and health agencies for ongoing preventable suffering and deaths. *This is Part 2 of a two-part interview.

www.ineteconomics.org

From Long COVID Odds to Lost IQ Points: Ongoing Threats You Don’t Know About

Stuck in a fog of misleading narratives, most of us don’t see the true extent of COVID's persisting—and intensifying—threats. INET’s Lynn Parramore talks to Dr. Phillip Alvelda about the dangers we’re missing and the failures of public health agencies to inform and protect us. *This is Part 1 of...

www.ineteconomics.org

 

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A study identified 6 types of depression. Here’s why that matters

Scientists may be a step closer to that reality, thanks to new research that has identified six subtypes — or 'biotypes' — of major depression via brain imaging combined with machine learning.

www.ctvnews.ca

 

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The Global Pharmaceutical Industry Isn’t Investing in Products for the Greatest Burden of Human Disease - Are Non-Profits a Solution?

Programs for expedited review may be preferentially reducing the development costs for conditions with lesser disease burden, potentially making investments in addressing the most significant disease burdens even less appealing and exacerbating the market failure further.

www.ineteconomics.org

How Should the Government Negotiate Medicare Drug Prices? A Guide for the Perplexed

The “maximum fair price” for a drug must not only be equitable to those with unmet medical needs who may benefit from the use of the drug but also provide equitable returns on both public and private sector investments.

www.ineteconomics.org

 

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Can we Science our way to ocean carbon removal?

Mess with the finely balanced ecosystem of the ocean? On purpose?! What could go wrong?! But the truth is, we’ve messed with it already. The oceans suck up a lot of our carbon, and you may have noticed they get hotter every year. But what if there was a way to store carbon in the...

thebigstorypodcast.ca

 

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Passed Out on Gummies

All across America, kids are going to bed with a story, a kiss, and a potent dose of melatonin. Is there anything wrong with that?

www.thecut.com

 

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The World’s Greatest Stretch is an essential part of my routine — here’s how to do it

Stretch your whole body with one move

www.tomsguide.com

Why do I let myself sabotage my own best-laid plans? | Aeon Essays

I work against myself through procrastination, distraction and addiction. Why do I consistently sabotage my own life?

aeon.co

Keep Mosquitoes Away with These Tried-and-True Repellents

Mosquito experts break down how to choose and use the best mosquito repellents

www.scientificamerican.com

 

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Jasmine Marie Wants to Use Breathwork to Help 1 Million Black Women Deal With Trauma

The founder of Black Girls Breathing set a goal to hit by 2025, here's how she's going to do it.

getpocket.com

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Welcome back to Instagram. Sign in to check out what your friends, family & interests have been capturing & sharing around the world.

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How did we end up here? Anthropologist explains how work has shaped society

From hunter-gatherers to the American Dream: This is how humanity’s definition of “work” has developed over time.

bigthink.com

 

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Yes, humans are still evolving

...but maybe not in the way you think.

www.popsci.com

 

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11 Simple Ways to Improve Your Memory

Long-term, immediate, and habitual methods for keeping your memories fresh and clear.

getpocket.com

https://www.axios.com/2024/06/28/alzheimers-drug-anti-amyloid-fda

It's pretty clear at this point that the latest class of Alzheimer's drugs — for all of the headlines, excitement and controversy it's caused — has limited effectiveness and potentially serious side effects, prompting researchers to look elsewhere.
Why it matters: The fact that we've found drugs with any effectiveness against Alzheimer's is a huge deal, but the hunt for the holy grail is still on.

 

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How Fit Can You Get From Just Walking?

Walking is good for you, obviously. But can it whip you into shape?

getpocket.com