Daytime meals may prevent health issues for nightshift workers, NIH study finds
NIH researchers said eating during the daytime may reduce the risk of obesity and heart disease associated with working the night shift.
$50B investment will address contaminants in US drinking water, EPA announces
According to the EPA, the funding will “create jobs while upgrading America’s aging water infrastructure.”
Adding herbs and spices to meals may help lower blood pressure, study finds
New research shows you may want to grab herbs and spices, rather than salt, the next time you prepare your meal.
Child finds sewing needle inside Halloween trick-or-treat candy, Ohio police say
An observant child in Ohio made a "demented" discovery inside their Halloween candy while trick-or-treating over the weekend, alerting police to a sewing needle planted inside a chocolate treat.
How Houston stacks up against Atlanta in various studies, reports
While the epic showdown between Houston and Atlanta in the World Series continues, it may be tempting to see just how both respective cities measure up against each other, like who is more pet-friendly and which is the best city for renters.
Cigarette sales climbed last year for the first time in decades, FTC says
Cigarette sales jumped last year for the first time in two decades. According to the FTC, cigarette companies also spent millions more on advertising in 2020.
75-year-old Bay Area nurse runs 35th Boston Marathon with longest active streak among women in the race
A 75-year-old Bay Area woman completed a remarkable feat last week as she ran the Boston Marathon for the 35th straight time. Orinda resident Patty Hung crossed the finish line with the distinction of having the longest active finish streak among women runners in the storied race.
Exercise lowers the risk of breast cancer, studies show
Research suggests exercise could lower the risk of developing breast cancer.
New sodium guidelines: FDA seeks to cut salt in packaged, restaurant foods
The FDA’s voluntary goals finalized Wednesday for 163 foods are intended to help lower the amount of salt Americans eat.
The exercise routine that's 3x more beneficial than walking, according to researchers
A recent study indicated that much of the negative effect of being seated and inactive may be offset by having higher levels of activity and exercise.
Urgent CDC advisory ‘strongly recommends’ pregnant people get COVID-19 vaccine
The CDC said it “strongly recommends” COVID-19 vaccination either before or during pregnancy because “the benefits of vaccination outweigh known or potential risks.”
Diet rich in dairy may be linked to lower risk of heart disease: report
Swedish study examined dairy fat intake by more than 4,000 adults
Massive new facility serves up pickleball in Newnan
Never played pickleball? No problem! A massive new facility in Newnan is the perfect place to pick up this growing sport.
Former boxing pro opens new East Point fitness studio
“[Boxing is] a fun way to enjoy fitness, and the whole family can be involved,” says former boxing pro Jai Davis, owner of a new fitness studio in East Point.
Adaptive golf becomes therapy for local college student
After an unexpected medical crisis left him in a wheelchair and limited mobility and speech, 21-year-old Man Yost is reclaiming his life as an athlete thanks to adaptive golf.
Peloton subpoenaed by DOJ, DHS over reporting of treadmill injuries
Peloton said it has been subpoenaed by the DOJ and DHS for documents and other information related to injuries reported by its customers.
More than 450 state employees take paid parental leave under new law
House Bill 146 went into effect July 1 and allows state and public school employees to take up to 120 hours of paid parental leave after the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
'Sunday Scaries' felt by more than half of American workers: Survey
More than half of working professionals in the U.S. are facing anxiety ahead of the workweek.
Orangetheory celebrates #FreeBritney movement with free class to anyone named Britney
Anyone with the same name as the “Stronger” singer can get a free class at participating fitness studios through Aug. 20.
FDA: Amazon selling nearly 30 weight loss, sexual enhancement products with harmful ingredients
The FDA has warned Amazon about over two dozen weight loss and sexual enhancement supplements that are sold on the website which contain potentially harmful ingredients.