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Scientists Are Attempting to Reprogram Old Human Cells to Be Young Again

For the first time ever, scientists are attempting to reverse cellular aging in a living patient. The target: incurable vision loss. The risk: cancer.

California declared kratom illegal, so why is it still available?

California declared kratom illegal. Why is the drug still available at Bay Area convenience stores?

Is Shrimp Healthy? Here's How Much You Should Eat Per Week, Max.

Shrimp can be a nutritious food, but certain individuals may want to be more mindful of their intake. Here's why.

An 80-year-old with severe Alzheimer's took magic mushrooms, and the results were incredible

After years of severe decline, an 80-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer’s temporarily regained her ability to speak, walk, and interact with family following a massive dose of psilocybin mushrooms, according to a striking new case report.

Millions have Fatty Liver without knowing it: Could a daily cup of Black Coffee offer some protection?

For many people, the day begins with a cup of coffee. It wakes the mind, sharpens focus, and offers a familiar sense of comfort before the rush of work and responsibilities begins. But beyond the caffeine boost, researchers have been quietly studying another question for years: could that daily cup of black coffee also be helping the liver?At a time when fatty liver disease is becoming increasingly common across the world, this question has gained serious attention. Rising obesity rates, sedentary lifestyles, diabetes, and processed-food-heavy diets have turned fatty liver disease into one of the most common liver conditions seen today. While no single food or drink can magically protect the liver, growing evidence suggests that black coffee may have a meaningful role to play.The key word, however, is "black."

NOAA identifies cause of death for Hawaiian monk seal found off Nanakuli

NOAA said toxoplasmosis can cause severe inflammation and dysfunction in vital organs throughout the body, including the brain, heart, liver and lungs

Children's Minnesota doctor warns of Benadryl challenge dangers

A dangerous social media trend is circulating online, and Minnesota health experts are warning parents it involves allergy medication.

What to know about intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting is everywhere right now \u2014 across social media, fitness apps and wellness trends. More than 13% of Americans say they've tried it, often for weight loss or metabolic health benefits.

New Study Reveals Eating Window Can Boost Longevity by 12%

You probably pay attention to what you eat. But new research suggests when you eat could be just as important for staying healthier as you age. A new study from researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center, published in the journal Nature Aging, found that limiting food intake to a consistent ...

Coyote recently attacked resident and dogs in Great Falls, county says

Fairfax County officials are warning residents in the Great Falls area to watch out for a potentially rabid coyote. The coyote reportedly attacked multiple pet dogs and at least one person in and around neighborhoods along Utterback Store Road and Streamview Court during the day last Thursday, June 18, the Fairfax County Health Department said

North Carolina has highest venomous snakebite rate in US, report shows

North Carolina ranks above every other state, with an estimated 856 venomous snakebites per year and a rate of 18.79 incidents per 100,000 people.

A species of gut bacteria could ease anxiety and diarrhea-predominant IBS

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition characterized by abdominal pain, bloating and changes in bowel movements, estimated to affect between 10% and 15% of people worldwide. Past studies suggest that in many cases this condition is accompanied by anxiety, an emotional state marked by worry, fear and/or overthinking about specific life events.