Category: Health News

Share on PinterestHigher body fat percentages are associated with lower sperm counts and changes in male reproductive hormones, including testosterone. Kate/E+/Getty Images Researchers say body fat measurements are a better predictor of male reproductive health than body mass index readings. They report that men with higher body fat percentages have lower sperm counts than men […]

Share on PinterestPremature menopause is associated with a greater risk of high blood pressure, especially among those ages 25 to 35. Maskot/Getty Images A study found that early menopause was associated with a greater risk of high blood pressure. The risk was highest when menopause occurred between the ages of 25 and 35. Experts say […]

Share on PinterestNew research shows that prebiotic sodas may contain higher sugar and lower fiber than claimed. Rapeepong Puttakumwong/Getty A new study found that prebiotic sodas may contain more sugar and less fiber than they claim. The findings show that a majority of prebiotic sodas contain more sugar than diet sodas and flavored sparkling water. […]

Share on PinterestRecent research has found that people who watch a lot of TV in midlife showed reduced volume in certain brain regions. Image Credit: Digital Vision/Getty A recent study found that people who reported watching TV “very often” in midlife showed reduced volume in certain brain regions. This included areas associated with memory and […]

Share on PinterestThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class II nationwide recall of levothyroxine, a common thyroid medication. hudiemm/Getty Images A common thyroid medication is under a voluntary recall after testing found it was less potent than expected. The FDA classified a nationwide recall of levothyroxine sodium tablets as Class II on July […]

Share on PinterestSIMTRIYO is a newly approved central nervous system medication to help treat ADHD in children and adults. Image Credit: Tom Werner/DigitalVision via Getty Images Federal regulators have approved a new medication to help manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). SIMTRIYO is a daily tablet authorized for adults and children 6 years and older […]

Share on PinterestA new fast-acting pain relief medication contains the active ingredients acetaminophen (Tylenol) and naproxen (Aleve). Photo courtesy of Kenvue Federal regulators have approved a new pain medication that combines the attributes of Tylenol and Aleve. The new product, Tylenol with Naproxen, is expected to be available soon as an over-the-counter medication in retail […]

Share on PinterestAs federal health officials investigate possible sources of the cyclospora outbreak, experts say most fruits and vegetables remain safe to consume. Getty Images The FDA reports that no product samples have been confirmed as positive for cyclospora amid fears over consumption of lettuce, herbs, and other produce. As health officials investigate possible sources […]

Share on PinterestProponents of the “menopause cocktail” say that a combination of allergy and acid reflux medications helps alleviate menopause symptoms. Image Credit: Pekic/Getty The viral “menopause cocktail” involves a mix of allergy and acid-reducing medications to reportedly help manage menopause symptoms. Experts caution that the trend reflects gaps in menopause care and lacks sufficient […]

The 60-week trial enrolled 120 adults with overweight or obesity. Participants received either a once-weekly 2.4-milligram dose of semaglutide or a placebo, along with regular lifestyle counseling focused on healthy eating and physical activity. At the beginning of the study and again at weeks 20, 40, and 60, participants ate standardized meals and were instructed […]