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time.com
1 week ago
Wellness

It's Time to Treat Sugar Like Cigarettes

Consumers deserve to easily understand food's nutritional value for informed decisions, particularly for ingredients like sugar. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Wellness

11 Times Celebs Called Out The Negative Effects Of Losing Weight For A Role Or The Runway

Extreme dieting can have severe negative impacts on bone density and overall health, leading to long-term consequences. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 weeks ago
Wellness

Nestle baby foods loaded with unhealthy sugars-but only in poorer countries

In low- and middle-income countries, Nestlé adds sugar to baby foods against expert recommendations, potentially leading to unhealthy eating habits. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 weeks ago
Wellness

Rise and grind? Working late, volatile hours may lead to depression, illness by 50

Working variable hours and nights in young adulthood can lead to poor health and depression in middle age. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
1 month ago
Wellness

Here's The One Thing Sleep Doctors Never, Ever Do In The Morning

Proper sleep hygiene practices from sleep experts include not lingering in bed and getting up immediately upon waking.
Maintaining a strict wake-up time even on weekends is crucial for regulating circadian rhythms and avoiding social jet lag. [ more ]
HuffPost
1 month ago
Wellness

Nutritionists Share The 1 Beverage They Never (Or Rarely) Drink

Added sugar in beverages can negatively impact health goals.
Experts recommend moderation with sugar-sweetened beverages for a balanced diet. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Business

Dutch city pilots radical debt cancellation scheme for poor families

Arnhem city is canceling debts of the poorest families to break the downward spiral and provide a fresh start. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
2 weeks ago
Remote teams

Norges Bank CEO Nicolai Tangen: 'Americans Just Work Harder' | Entrepreneur

Norway's $1.6 trillion wealth fund has over half its equities in the U.S. due to perceived work ethic differences. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Noise from traffic stunts growth of baby birds, study finds

Traffic noise pollution during early bird development significantly impacts health, growth, and reproduction, as shown in the study. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Smoking ban UK: What does the new bill do as MPs to vote on smokefree generation'?

MPs will vote on a smoking bill to create the UK's first smoke-free generation, despite potential opposition from Conservative MPs. [ more ]
Kqed
1 month ago
California

Drownings Increase Along Border As Migrants Take Different Approach To Crossing Into US | KQED

Tougher enforcement at the southern border is leading migrants to try swimming around the wall, prompting a response from lifeguards on both sides. [ more ]
Inverse
1 month ago
Health

Not All Stress Harms Us, But Finding The Amount That Does Is Crucial

Stress varies in its impact on health, aging, and mortality.
Good stress can be beneficial, while toxic stress accelerates aging and increases mortality risk. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago
Health

Poor sleep is costing the UK economy a staggering 40 billion a year

Poor sleep costs UK businesses over £40 billion annually in productivity losses.
Sleep deprivation affects both individual health and the overall economy negatively. [ more ]
Futurism
2 months ago
Health

Microplastics Found Clogging Human Arteries

Microplastics found in artery plaque linked to heart disease risk.
Landmark study in The New England Journal of Medicine establishes human health impact of microplastics. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Health

'Excess deaths' in Gaza for next 6 months projected in first-of-its-kind effort

Casualties in war are difficult to accurately count due to ongoing conflict and indirect effects like missed healthcare.
Researchers projected additional lives lost in Gaza based on different conflict scenarios, showing high death tolls in absence of ceasefire. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 months ago
Health

Vaping while pregnant: What we know DW 01/24/2024

Existing research on the health impact of e-cigarettes on pregnant women and their babies has been mixed.
A new study published in the journal Addiction suggests that vaping nicotine in pregnancy is not associated with adverse effects on mothers or babies. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
Chicago

Two-thirds of Chicago kids under 6 exposed to lead in water, study estimates

More than two-thirds of young children in Chicago may be exposed to lead-contaminated water.
Residential blocks with predominantly Black and Hispanic populations in Chicago are less likely to be tested for lead. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Alarming' rise in Americans with long Covid symptoms

6.8% of American adults have long Covid symptoms, up from 5.3% in October.
An estimated 17.6 million Americans may now be living with long Covid. [ more ]
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Web design

Dasung introduces a portable color E Ink monitor for eye-friendly computing anywhere - Yanko Design

E Ink screens have evolved to offer portable monitors in color for healthier computer use.
Despite slower speeds and limited colors, E Ink monitors like Paperlike offer eye-friendly alternatives. [ more ]
Mail Online
2 months ago
Environment

Government 'looking into' whether EVs are MORE toxic than gas cars

EVs weight causes faster tire and brake wear
Particulate emissions from EVs can impact health [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Environment

London is most exposed city in world to air pollution from aviation, study finds

London, Tokyo, and Dubai are among the cities most affected by air pollution from aviation.
The largest 20 airports combined emit carbon emissions equivalent to 58 coal-fired power stations. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Wellness

The Top Cause of Alcohol-Related Deaths Can Go Undetected for Years

Alcohol-related liver disease is a leading cause of death from excessive drinking.
Annual deaths from the disease are increasing, with higher rates in men and the 50-64 age group. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Public health

The Hidden Health Costs of Climate Change

Climate change-related disasters have led to almost four million deaths since 2000 worldwide.
A recent study in the U.S. shows mortality rates up to 3.8 times higher in communities hit hard by climate-linked disasters. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
4 months ago
Public health

Yu: Our housing problem is turning into a health care problem - San Jose Spotlight

California has a housing crisis with high costs and a large unhoused population.
Housing insecurity has negative impacts on health and the healthcare system. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

London world's worst city for air pollution from aviation, study finds

London is the worst city for air pollution from aviation, emitting the equivalent of 3.23 million cars worth of emissions.
Dubai was identified as the most polluting airport globally, responsible for 20.1 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Night flights at Heathrow have 'catastrophic effect' on residents and should be banned, says MP

Sarah Olney, Richmond Park MP, is calling for a ban on night flights at Heathrow airport due to the impact on residents' health.
Olney has received cross-party support for her Prohibition of Night Flights Bill.
Night flights are argued to be the most intrusive and damaging form of airport noise, impacting residents' health and well-being. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
NYC real estate

For a Brooklyn Family, the Infestation of Rodents Seems Endless

Residents in a Brooklyn apartment complex are facing severe pest infestations, including roaches and mice, as well as issues with mold.
The poor living conditions, including the presence of pests and mold, are impacting the health and well-being of the residents, particularly those with respiratory conditions. [ more ]
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