FDA Warns Against ‘Microdosing’ Mushroom Chocolate Bars Linked to Severe Illnesses
At least eight people have fallen ill after eating Diamond Shruumz products, including several who had seizures or needed to…
Leqembi and Alzheimer’s: What to Know About the New Drug, Treatment and Benefits
As the F.D.A. considers a new Alzheimer’s medication, we asked experts how the rollout of a similar drug has gone.Over…
The Friendship Challenge: The Health Benefits of Texting Your Friends
I’m Catherine Pearson, and I cover families and relationships for The New York Times. Today, I’m making the case for…
Personal Conflicts, Even Violence, Are Not Uncommon in Long-Term Care
At an assisted living facility in New York State, a small crowd had gathered at the dining room entrance at…
Doula Care Has Gone Virtual
Many doulas, relied upon for pregnancy and childbirth support, have gone virtual. Experts say that’s a good thing.Kanwal Haq, a…
Cancer Researchers Begin Large Long-Term Study of Black Women
The American Cancer Society hopes to enroll 100,000 women and follow them for three decades to discover what’s causing higher…
The Secret to Health Eating? Meal Prepping on Sundays.
It starts with prepping on Sunday.It’s one of those long days and your stomach growls as you scan your fridge.…
How to Minimize Your Exposure to Microplastics
Matthew Campen, a toxicologist at the University of New Mexico, wasn’t surprised when his team found microplastics in human testicles…
10 Books on L.G.B.T.Q. Mental Health and Well-Being
Therapists and other experts recommend their favorite titles.Growing up in a conservative, evangelical Christian household in Louisiana, Rae McDaniel longed…
Are Prebiotic Sodas Like Poppi Actually Good for Gut Health?
Are they actually good for your gut health?The sodas come in fun flavors like Cherry Vanilla and Orange Cream, and…