Category: Health & Safety

Gerber Baby Formula Potentially Contaminated With Bacteria Distributed to Stores Across US Despite Recall: FDA

Gerber baby formula that was recalled in March due to a possible link to Cronobacter sakazakii contamination was distributed to multiple retailers even after the initial recall notice was published, federal health officials said on May 14. Gerber parent company Perrigo on March 17 announced the voluntary recall of certain lots of Gerber Good Start SoothePro Powdered Infant…


World’s 1st Genetically Modified Banana Sent for Approval

Australian researchers have developed the first genetically modified (GM) banana in the world and now await official approval from food authorities to produce and sell the banana crops on a large scale. The Cavendish variety of bananas known as QCAV-4 was engineered by scientists at Australia’s Queensland University of Technology (QUT), and is a major…


Study Finds Your Neighborhood Is a Factor in Your Dementia Risk

An Australian study of nearly 5,000 people found that those who lived in wealthier suburbs scored significantly higher on memory tests and lower on dementia risk tests than those who were less affluent. As the nation’s second leading cause of death, there has been a concerted effort to understand and identify risk factors for dementia….


5 Groups of People Should Avoid Vitamin D Despite Its Cancer Risk-Reducing Benefits

Vitamin D is crucial in maintaining healthy bones, strengthening immunity, preventing chronic illnesses, and lowering cancer risk. On The Epoch Times health program “Health 1+1,” Dr. Ou Han Wen, a doctor of integrative medicine and nutrition at the University of Maryland, explained the functions of vitamin D, how to take vitamin D supplements, and the…


FDA Committee Recommends Epinephrine Nasal Spray for Severe Allergic Reactions

The Food and Drug Administration’s Pulmonary-Allergy Drugs Advisory Committee voted on May 11 to recommend an epinephrine nasal spray product for the treatment of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. The 22-member advisory committee voted 16–6 to recommend approval of the 2 milligram epinephrine saline-based spray, marketed as Neffy, for adults. It voted 17–5 to recommend the…


Alarming Surge of Colon Cancer Among Young Adults, Despite Overall Decline: 4 Early Signs That Should Not be Ignored

Despite an overall decline in rates for colorectal cancer, doctors are seeing a dramatic increase in the disease among young adults. Researchers at the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute have found that those born in 1990 have double the risk of colon cancer and four times the risk of rectal cancer compared to those born in 1950,…


Confronting Your Addiction to Negative Thoughts

The human mind can tap into some amazing tools, such as reason and logic. But it can also become infested with unfounded worries and worst-case scenarios that insist on clouding your brain. We may justify this negative inner dialogue by telling ourselves that we’re prudently preparing for the future or thoughtfully processing the past. And yet…


Know the Difference Between Hemorrhoids and Colorectal Cancer and When to Seek Help, Doctor Explains

Colorectal cancer, when detected early, can be treated effectively with a higher chance of recovery. However, its early symptoms can be easily mistaken for other conditions such as hemorrhoids and indigestion. So, how can you differentiate between bleeding caused by hemorrhoids and that caused by cancer? Have you been experiencing symptoms like bloating, stomach rumbling,…


Breakthrough Study May Reveal the Root Cause of Gray Hair

A new animal study suggests that certain stem cells have the unique ability to move between the growth zones of hair follicles. However, as we age, these stem cells become stuck and lose their ability to mature and maintain hair color. This discovery potentially opens up new opportunities for scientists to explore natural approaches to delaying…


Ginger Is a Superfood, but Not for Everyone: Who Should Avoid It?

Ginger is not just a popular cuisine condiment but also a healthy food. However, when consuming this root, we should avoid a few pitfalls. Let us discuss the safest, most effective ways to eat ginger to boost its health effects. Health Benefits of Ginger The biochemical constituents of ginger are abundant, and the main components…