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My first time doing tai chi: ‘It feels like my brain is solving a Rubik’s Cube’

In her fortnightly review of fitness and wellbeing activities, comedian Jennifer Wong finds that mastering the Chinese martial art is a matter of mind over navel

www.theguardian.com

How to Eat a Rattlesnake

In my native Oklahoma, snake meat was a masculine trophy, edible proof that you were willing to tangle with death.

newyorker.com

Revealed: Tyson Foods dumps millions of pounds of toxic pollutants into US rivers and lakes

Nitrogen, phosphorus, chloride, oil and cyanide among the 371m lb of pollutants released by just 41 plants in five years

theguardian.com

‘This Land Is Meant Only for Saffron. Without It, It Means Nothing.’

Saffron fueled Kashmir’s local economy and culture for centuries, but its days might be numbered.

getpocket.com

 

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Angel Reese Is Taking Her Talents to the WNBA

In an exclusive interview and shoot with Vogue, the basketball star talks her time at LSU and plans to go pro.

www.vogue.com

 

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The Horrible Truth About Shaken Baby Syndrome Cases

Junk science has put people on death row.

slate.com

 

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Long Beach declares health emergency over tuberculosis outbreak that killed 1 person

A tuberculosis outbreak among residents of a single-room occupancy hotel in Long Beach has left one person dead and led to the hospitalizations of nine others.

abc7.com

 

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Florida woman diagnosed with deadly lung infection from VENISON burger

A Florida woman, 32, developed the parasitic infection toxoplasmosis after eating contaminated deer meat. The condition caused her to suffer pneumonia, which doctors called 'highly unusual.'

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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Florida man, 52, with persistent migraines had a WORM in his brain

An unnamed 52-year-old man in Florida was diagnosed with the rare parasitic infection neurocysticercosis, which caused a tapeworm from contaminated bacon to lay eggs in his brain.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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Revealed: The mind-boggling drug interactions you MUST know

Mixing food and herbal remedies with medications can cause an array of side effects and even stop the drug from working, warns Dipa Kamdar pharmacist and lecturer at Kingston University.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

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I’m a fast food chicken nugget expert — here are the best, ranked by taste

Which nuggs got the ultimate nod?

nypost.com

 

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NYC is having a thrilling steakhouse boom — and these are the three best steaks

Vegans, schmegans.

nypost.com

 

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You Should Grow a Pizza Garden This Summer

To grow a pizza garden, choose the vegetables you enjoy as toppings and give consideration to the space each vegetable needs in the bed. By late summer, you can have everything you need to make a delicious homemade—and homegrown—pizza.

lifehacker.com

 

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This Common Condition Can Damage Joints Long Before It’s Detected

Nearly 33 million Americans have osteoarthritis. Experts explain how it affects the body, and why it’s so hard to diagnose.

www.nytimes.com

 

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The Food Our Parents Fed Us

Cans of Cream of Something and frozen vegetables and rice plus more rice made for dinners that tasted like love. (And sanity.)

getpocket.com

 

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http://theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/05/galleri-multi-cancer-blood-test/678267

Philanthropy is empowering India’s mental health sector. Here’s how

India has found encouraging success in models where trained residents called ‘lay counsellors’ provide mental healthcare at the village level.

theprint.in

Do Longevity Supplements Actually Work? An Expert Finally Has The Answer

Are supplements a waste of money or should we be investing in them for longer lives?

huffingtonpost.co.uk

 

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https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/05/marijuana-rescheduling-research-health/678276/

https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/04/sugar-substitutes-brazzein-stevia-aspartame/678192/

 

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The Way To Solve Family Dinner Is To Embrace Eating Like A Kid

Instead of training our kids to eat more like adults, let’s train ourselves to eat more like kids.

www.romper.com

 

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Influencer Put In Coma While Pregnant Speaks For First Time Since Brain Aneurysm Changed Everything

Jackie Miller welcomed her daughter via C-section while in a medically induced coma; now, in her first video since her terrifying ordeal last year, she's opening up about her ongoing recovery.

toofab.com

 

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Teen who died unexpectedly saves father’s life with organ transplant

Thirteen-year-old Symaria was healthy and vibrant, but her life changed on Jan. 31.

www.wsaz.com

'You will always have a part of her in you': Florida teen saves dad's life with kidney

Symaria Glenn, a 13-year-old girl from Florida, donated her organs to help five people, including her own father who had been on dialysis for years.

www.usatoday.com

https://www.miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article287481745.html

https://www.scobeecombsbowdenfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Symaria-Glenn/#!/TributeWall

 

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How To Cook Beans in the Oven

The most hands-off, trouble-free way to cook beans.

getpocket.com

http://indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/burn-calories-weight-loss-exercises-physical-activity-9307659

 

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This artificial sweetener can destroy gut bacteria and intestine cells

These effects caused neotame can result in inflammation of the intestine, which is linked to inflammatory bowel disease and sepsis.

scroll.in

What is ashwagandha—and what are its health benefits?

It may be trendy now, but this herb has been used for thousands of years to relieve stress and anxiety and to improve sleep. Here’s what science says about ashwagandha.

nationalgeographic.com

http://torontolife.com/city/family-doctor-clinic-closing-burnout-inflation

 

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What Your Feet Can Tell You About Your Health

Feet are important indicators of viral infections, cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders.

getpocket.com

The Covid Revisionists Are Endangering Us All

As the possibility of a new pandemic looms, influential figures are telling us we shouldn’t have been so worried about the last one. This spells trouble.

www.thenation.com

 

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Ex-Renault F1 boss Flavio Briatore, 73, reveals heart surgery

Briatore said he has since been discharged by doctors after the 'perfectly successful' surgery, which saw the mass removed after a minimal invasive procedure.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Beloved Coach, 60, Dies of Cancer After Chemo Drug Halted amid Nationwide Shortage: 'It Was Horrible'

Jeff Bolle, 60, died of cancer seven months after losing access to his chemotherapy drug amid the nationwide drug shortage.

people.com

Christina Hendricks Had Second Wedding at Home So Her Mom, Who Has Alzheimer's, Could Attend: ‘Perfect Day’

Christina Hendricks and George Bianchini held a second wedding ceremony in their backyard so that her mother, who has Alzheimer's could attend. 'There was no way we weren’t going to share our love and celebrate with the biggest supporter and cheerleader in my life,' Hendricks shared on Instagram...

people.com

 

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What the Science Really Says About The Health Benefits Of Freezing Bread

Does freezing bread provide an additional health boost? Here's what the evidence actually says.

www.inverse.com

From Gen Alpha to boomers, we asked 6 therapists what each generation is talking about in therapy

In 2022, almost a quarter of US adults visited a psychologist, therapist, or psychiatrist. But what really goes on in these sessions?

www.businessinsider.com

 

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McDonald's and other food giants are struggling in the inflation economy

Earnings reports from some of the biggest food companies have highlighted struggles with higher prices, labor shortages, and more

qz.com

These Are the Best Cardio Workouts

Cardio is incredibly important for all of us. It’s the bedrock of the physical activity guidelines for health, and if you already strength train, adding in cardio will make you healthier in general and better at the stuff in the gym that you care about. (And no, it won’t kill your gains.) So...

lifehacker.com

My Favorite Meals for When I Need to Save Money

It's getting harder to deal with the grocery prices. If you're wondering how to keep meals interesting without breaking the bank, try these recipes designed to get you the most for your money.

lifehacker.com

Use the ‘Organizational Triangle’ to Keep Your House Neater

Decluttering and organizing isn't a one-time thing. Follow these three rules to declutter your space and keep it decluttered by focusing on organization and how much room you have in your home.

lifehacker.com

 

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The Healthiest Oil for Frying May Surprise You

Supermarket shelves are stocked with plenty of different cooking oils, from avocado to vegetable—and many of them can't handle the high heat of frying. Learn how to choose the healthiest oil for frying, and how to use it

www.realsimple.com

Best Cooking Tips & Techniques | Real Simple

Learn the best cooking tips and techniques so you can be a skilled home chef. You'll find how-to guides, substitution options, recipe ideas, and more.

www.realsimple.com

 

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Why a Grape Turns Into a Fireball in a Microwave

Nuking a grape produces sparks of plasma, as plenty of YouTube videos document. Physicists explain how that energy builds up.

getpocket.com

http://nature.com/articles/d41586-024-01284-1

 

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The Lengths People Are Going to Avoid Drinking Airport Coffee

Pro tip: You can skip the line if you make your own.

www.thrillist.com

 

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https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/05/04/1247608167/doctors-physicians-pto-vacation-struggle-breaks-burnout

 

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Canadian influencer Sarah DeMelo opens up about 'aggressive, relentless rare cancer' one year after diagnosis

"A year ago today I got the call the call that flipped our world upside down …again," said Sarah DeMelo.

ca.style.yahoo.com

 

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Dietary choices affect brain health. Here's how

The findings of a study showed that people with a balanced diet tended to have better mental health and increased grey matter in the brain, compared to those with less varied diets.

www.indiatoday.in

The Best Way to Keep Mosquitoes From Breeding in Your Yard

Mosquito season is coming up--and maybe it's already here if you live in a warmer place. We've already explained how to keep mosquitoes from biting you, but let's talk about preventing them from buzzing around in the first place. You need mosquito dunks.

lifehacker.com

The Cheapest, Easiest, Most Ridiculously Effective Way to Eradicate Mosquitoes From Your Property

Say goodbye to pesky mosquitoes with the incredible mosquito bucket. A simple and effective solution to reduce the mosquito population around your property.

www.artofmanliness.com

How to avoid asthma triggers in summer

Asthma happens when a person's airways become inflamed, narrow and swollen, producing extra mucous, which makes it difficult to breathe. Air pollution, hot and humid weather along with certain types of pollen can be asthma triggers in the summer.

www.indiatoday.in

 

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How a Dairy Worker Got Infected With Bird Flu

Health officials provide the latest details on the most recent case of bird flu reported in humans.

time.com

https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2024/06/body-made-of-glass-book-review-hypochondria/678218/

How to Advocate for Yourself at Doctor's Visits, According to Doctors

Write down your concerns before the visit, send portal messages, and Google your symptoms in advance.

time.com