Mammograms: What’s New?

Listen up, ladies: The Food and Drug Administration (USA) just proposed its first update to mammogram guidelines (aka the mammography Quality Standards Act) in 20 years. The proposed change to mammogram best practices will emphasize the importance of breast density in relation to early detection. Why? Well, breast density can be a key factor in breast cancer detection. Nearly…

  • How to Drop Your Risk of Colon Cancer

    April 23, 2026

    Researchers recently found that consuming red and processed meat at an average level of 76 g/d (less than the current United Kingdom government recommendation of no more than 90 grams per…

  • Music May Help With Pain Relief!

    April 2, 2026

    Bob Marley once said, “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” A recent study using a mouse model backs up Marley’s musing with some scientific data.

  • Watch Out for Calorie Bombs!

    March 15, 2026

    Truth be told, I like dining out on occasion. Thai or Chinese food? You got me. Alas, ninety-four percent of popular restaurant meals and…

  • THIS Might Prevent Weight Gain

    April 27, 2026

    Weight control involves several centers in the brain, including the hypothalamus. It also involves the liver, fat cells, the pancreases, the thyroid, and the gut, which secrete chemicals such as ghrelin, growth hormone, lepton, insulin and PYY.

  • Marijuana Does THIS to Your Weight

    April 26, 2026

    You have heard about the so-called munchies, the phenomenon wherein uses of marijuana then to crave food. So here is your question of the day: Are marijuana users more likely to weigh more or less than non-users?

  • Mammograms: What’s New?

    April 24, 2026

    Listen up, ladies: The Food and Drug Administration (USA) just proposed its first update to mammogram guidelines (aka the mammography Quality Standards Act) in 20…

  • Cancer Treatment and Insomnia

    April 22, 2026

    Insomnia is common in cancer survivors, and a recent study published in Sleep Medicine found that approximately half of patients with cancer have symptoms of insomnia. What surprised me was for how long the symptoms persisted.

  • Move! More Good News

    April 20, 2026

    Those seeking to better their overall health often head to the gym — or, instead, become overwhelmed at the prospect and skip exercise altogether. A new study has uncovered some hopeful news for those who may be hesitant to engage in an intense fitness regime.

  • Do THIS to Curb Food Cravings

    April 17, 2026

    A recent study in the Journal of Marketing Research found that smelling (for two minutes or more) unhealthy foods you are craving can help…