FDA approves first daily over-the-counter birth control pill, Opill

Jul 17, 2023 13:02 pm UTC| Business Health

On July 13, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a drugmakers application for the first daily over-the-counter birth control pill for people seeking to prevent pregnancy. The pill, called Opill the...

Ketamine injections for depression? A new study shows promise, but it's one of many options

Jul 17, 2023 13:00 pm UTC| Health

Ketamine might be better known as a recreational drug or anaesthetic. But theres growing evidence for its use for people with hard-to-treat depression. An Australasian study out today showed some positive results for...

Curing America's loneliness epidemic would make us healthier, fitter and less likely to abuse drugs

Jul 17, 2023 12:56 pm UTC| Health

A national health advisory issued by U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy on May 3, 2023, sheds light on the urgent public health issues of loneliness and isolation. The report reflects Dr. Murthys personal and...

Sleep deprivation benefited our ancestors, yet harms us now — but staying fit may help us cope

Jul 17, 2023 12:53 pm UTC| Health

Humans need less sleep than our closest evolutionary relatives. However, we often sleep less than we need. Needing less sleep is a consequence of our ancestors choices to remain awake longer a behaviour that led to...

Talking about eating less red and processed meat provokes strong feelings. That's why this new evidence-based report is welcome

Jul 17, 2023 12:53 pm UTC| Health

Emotions can run high when the topic of how much red and processed meat to eat is raised. For many of us, eating these foods is culturally important often tied to specific dishes and traditions. Thats why this weeks...

Nestlé Revolutionizes Sugar Reduction Technology, Enhances Health Benefits

Jul 17, 2023 07:22 am UTC| Health Life Economy Business

Nestlé has pioneered a ground-breaking enzymatic process capable of reducing sugar content in various food ingredients by up to 30% without compromising taste, texture, or cost. The transformative technology also...

How do I stop my mind racing and get some sleep?

Jul 11, 2023 06:51 am UTC| Health

Martin turns off the light to fall asleep, but his mind quickly springs into action. Racing thoughts about work deadlines, his overdue car service, and his fathers recent surgery occupy his mind. As he struggles to fall...