Twenty-year-old Sam Srisatta is giving a month of his life to science — research that could help shape the future of US nutritional and regulatory guidance about the ultraprocessed foods that make up nearly 70% of the nation’s food supply. By 7 a.m. each day in his hospital room, nurses record Srisatta’s weight and vitals.…

Costco is known for being an ultimate money-saving destination, offering just about everything in colossal sizes, from toilet paper to 75-inch smart TVs. And as food budgets continue to be under attack, more people are turning to the retail giant for their groceries. That’s because you can score nut butters, frozen berries, and milk at…

Whether on their own or sprinkled over a meal, nuts can make for a healthy snack for weight loss. While higher in calories than other snacks, they are a good source of healthy fats that can play an important role for anyone looking to lose weight. "The fat and protein in the nuts help keep…

Not everyone who is fat is unfit. But to what extend does staying active protect your life when you are losing the battle of the bulge? Research in this area continues to show that carrying extra pounds can lead to health problems, but no matter your BMI, those that exercise will live longer. A new…

Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals are here, which means it’s the official start of the holiday shopping season. If you have some fitness or wellness enthusiasts on your holiday list this year, you are probably looking for some gift ideas. Or maybe you plan on taking advantage of some sales and upgrading your home…

Whooping cough cases are up sixfold from the same time last year in the U.S., affecting states ranging from Pennsylvania and New York on the East Coast to Wisconsin and Ohio in the Midwest and California and Washington out west. Experts say the spike in cases is likely a return to the pre-pandemic cycle, in…