Healthy living Latest health news and information about Healthy Living
- New research challenges beliefs about ‘safe’ times to be in the sunon July 1, 2026 at 12:40 am
A QIMR Berghofer study has revealed that short periods outdoors during hours of low sunlight can cause skin damage and contribute to skin cancer risk.
- Higher vitamin A levels linked to better lung function in children and adults with asthmaon June 30, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Higher levels of circulating vitamin A are linked to better lung function in children and adults with asthma, while vitamin D shows similar benefits in adults, including slower biological aging, finds the first study of its kind, published online in the respiratory journal Thorax.
- From caffeine to ‘healthy’ labeling, FDA sets year-end agenda for US food supplyon June 30, 2026 at 10:00 pm
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the food supply issues it seeks to tackle by year’s end.
- Not all green space is equal: New framework highlights overlooked ecological factors in nature prescribingon June 30, 2026 at 8:20 pm
A new study led by Swansea University argues that the health benefits of nature-based health care may depend not only on access to green space, but also on the biodiversity and ecological quality of the environments involved.
- When back pain won’t quit: A large clinical trial points to the power of self-managementon June 30, 2026 at 8:00 pm
Almost everyone will deal with back pain at some point in their lives. Most recover quickly—but for about 20% of people, acute pain becomes a chronic condition that interferes with daily life and keeps them out of the workforce.
- Q&A: July 4 safety and how everyone keeps all 10 fingerson June 30, 2026 at 7:40 pm
As America gets ready to celebrate its 250th anniversary on July 4, festivities are expected to be bigger and brighter, with more fireworks lighting up the sky. But excitement surrounding this milestone also brings increased safety risks.
- Don’t let summer allergies cloud a sunny forecaston June 30, 2026 at 7:20 pm
Summertime can bring a host of triggers for those with allergies and asthma. People often focus on spring and fall allergies, but summer allergies can take a toll on those affected. By learning more about seasonal allergies, you can better recognize them and know what to do to help yourself and your family enjoy the warm weather and sunshine.
- Food noise: Why thoughts about eating aren’t always something to be fearedon June 30, 2026 at 5:40 pm
When you’re hungry, it’s normal to find yourself thinking about what you’re going to eat next.
- Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry riskson June 30, 2026 at 4:20 pm
Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind get nudged to do better.
- Growing evidence shows sugar substitutes disrupt gut health and metabolismon June 30, 2026 at 3:20 pm
Since the first introduction of saccharin, an array of artificial and other non-nutritive (i.e., low-calorie or calorie-free) sweeteners have become ubiquitous in the U.S. food supply. However, a growing body of research suggests that these compounds are not inert in the body and may be disrupting metabolism.
- Healthy 4th of July cookout tips that still bring the sizzleon June 30, 2026 at 12:20 pm
Celebrating Independence Day with an old-fashioned cookout is as American as apple pie. Unfortunately, the traditional Fourth of July menu wasn’t cooked up with nutrition as a priority.
Nutrition & Healthy eating Latest health news and information about Nutrition & Healthy Eating
- Higher vitamin A levels linked to better lung function in children and adults with asthmaon June 30, 2026 at 10:30 pm
Higher levels of circulating vitamin A are linked to better lung function in children and adults with asthma, while vitamin D shows similar benefits in adults, including slower biological aging, finds the first study of its kind, published online in the respiratory journal Thorax.
- From caffeine to ‘healthy’ labeling, FDA sets year-end agenda for US food supplyon June 30, 2026 at 10:00 pm
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the food supply issues it seeks to tackle by year’s end.
- Training gains momentum as senior nutrition workforce faces growing demandon June 30, 2026 at 6:00 pm
As the nation’s older adult population climbs at one of the fastest rates in U.S. history, a new study from Iowa State University researchers points to a growing strain on the workforce responsible for feeding seniors—and a rising need for training.
- Food noise: Why thoughts about eating aren’t always something to be fearedon June 30, 2026 at 5:40 pm
When you’re hungry, it’s normal to find yourself thinking about what you’re going to eat next.
- Nutrition apps can help build healthy habits. For some users, their gaming features carry riskson June 30, 2026 at 4:20 pm
Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind get nudged to do better.
- Growing evidence shows sugar substitutes disrupt gut health and metabolismon June 30, 2026 at 3:20 pm
Since the first introduction of saccharin, an array of artificial and other non-nutritive (i.e., low-calorie or calorie-free) sweeteners have become ubiquitous in the U.S. food supply. However, a growing body of research suggests that these compounds are not inert in the body and may be disrupting metabolism.
- Breast milk gives certain gut bacteria a head starton June 30, 2026 at 2:40 pm
Breast milk helps shape the gut microbiota for longer than previously thought. Researchers from DTU and Rigshospitalet have discovered that sugars in breast milk, which are nondigestible by the infant—so-called human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs)—influence which bacteria thrive in the gut during the transition to solid food, and that this influence persists later in life. The findings have been published in Nature Communications.
- Healthy 4th of July cookout tips that still bring the sizzleon June 30, 2026 at 12:20 pm
Celebrating Independence Day with an old-fashioned cookout is as American as apple pie. Unfortunately, the traditional Fourth of July menu wasn’t cooked up with nutrition as a priority.
- Nutri-Grade labels help cut sugary drink consumption and drive industry reformulationon June 29, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Mandatory Nutri-Grade front-of-pack labels for beverages have been found in a study to redirect household consumers toward healthier drinks, as well as encourage manufacturers to reformulate their products to include less sugar. Sugary drinks are a major driver of excess sugar intake and chronic disease risk.
- What helps women eat well? Control over money, time and decisions matterson June 27, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Worldwide, women carry the greatest burden of malnutrition. More than two-thirds of women of childbearing age don’t get enough of at least one micronutrient. These are the vitamins and minerals, such as iron, that the body needs in small amounts to stay healthy. A shortage is often called “hidden hunger” because a woman can eat enough to feel full yet still not get enough essential nutrients.














