Pepto Bismol didn't help prevent travelers' diarrhea, small CDC study found
The active ingredient in Pepto Bismol, bismuth subsalicylate, may not help with prevention of diarrhea while traveling, a study found.
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This diet can protect your brain even if started later in life, study suggests
People who follow a MIND diet, even if started later in life, were significantly less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease or related forms of dementia, according to new research.
Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers sickens dozens
Nearly four dozen people are sick with salmonella food poisoning tied to an expanding cucumber recall, health officials say.
Alcohol-related cancer deaths doubled from 1990 to 2021, study finds
Alcohol is a known risk factor for cancer, and new research is showing just how much it has impacted death rates in the past three decades.
Kids' breakfast cereals have been getting more unhealthy, study finds
A study published in JAMA Network Open analyzed the nutritional value of cereals marketed to children between 2010 and 2023.
How to limit exposure to arsenic in rice
Toxic heavy metals like arsenic are found in high levels in rice brands sold across the United States, according to a recent report — but experts say there are ways to reduce your exposure.
High levels of arsenic found in rice sold in stores across U.S., report finds
A report from the organization Healthy Babies, Bright Futures is bringing attention to toxic heavy metals and elements such as arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury that could be in your rice.
Zepbound tops Wegovy for weight loss in study comparing the drugs
Those who take tirzepatide, the drug sold as Zepbound and Mounjaro, could lose more weight than those who take semaglutide, known as Ozempic and Wegovy, according to new research.
FDA approves 3 food colors from natural sources. Here's what they are.
Galdieria extract blue, butterfly pea flower extract and calcium phosphate are three food colors from natural sources the FDA has approved for use in food.
USDA withdraws a plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry
The United States Department of Agriculture is withdrawing a rule proposed to help prevent salmonella poisoning from contaminated poultry.
