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Food preservatives linked to type 2 diabetes and cancer, studies warn

A number of commonly used food preservatives were linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes and many forms of cancer in two new studies from the same team.

4 key changes to US diets: Prioritize protein, full-fat dairy, and more

The new U.S. dietary guidelines call for prioritizing high-quality protein, healthy fats, and avoiding sugars and processed foods. Here's what experts think of these changes.

Walking, house chores may help lower diabetes, heart disease death risk

Light physical activity may help lower death risk in cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, a condition that includes heart disease, kidney disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

High cholesterol may predict future heart disease risk, even in healthy women

A new study found that having higher lipoprotein(a) levels was linked to an increased 30-year risk for cardiovascular disease, even in healthy women.

Many Brazilians live past 110: What are their secrets?

Brazil holds a record number of supercentenarians, people who live healthy lives past 110. What is the secret to their longevity

Wegovy pill: How does it compare to injections and what are the side effects?

MNT speaks with three obesity medicine experts to find out more about the FDA-aproved Wegovy pill and how it's different from the Wegovy injection.

'Dry January': 1 month of no alcohol makes real difference to health, study confirms

Abstaining from alcohol for just one month as part of 'Dry January' can offer meaningful physical and psychological improvements, including better sleep, and weight loss, a new study confirms.

Artificial sweeteners and brain aging: What we know so far

In this In Conversation podcast episode, MNT discusses a study from Brazil which found links between seven artificial sweeteners and accelerated brain aging, and other possible long-term effects.

Medicare costs: 3 key changes in 2026

Here is what medical experts want everyone to know during the open enrollment period about changes to Medicare in 2026.

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