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Researchers found that high-quality plant-based diets may help lower dementia risk, while unhealthy plant-based foods may raise it. Improvements in diet quality over time were also linked to better brain health outcomes. Credit: ShutterstockResearchers found that not all plant-based diets are equal when it comes to dementia risk. The findings hint that certain long-term dietary patterns may subtly shape brain health as people age.A higher quality plant-based diet may be linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, according to a study published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The research identified…

The peak summer travel season can feel less like a vacation and more like an executive dysfunction nightmare. As the peak summer season approaches, the entire global tourism apparatus shifts into overdrive. Airport security lines snake endlessly around terminals, historic city centers pack shoulder-to-shoulder in sweltering heat, and popular holiday destinations turn into chaotic, high-sensory battlegrounds.For travelers navigating anxiety, Autism, ADHD, or sensory processing sensitivity, the clutter of a standard summer holiday is more than a mild inconvenience. It is a psychological hazard. The unpredictable noise, visual chaos, and constant micro-decisions can trigger profound sensory overload or autistic burnout faster…

A rare hard copy of the first Jewish cookbook and housekeeping guide published in England recently joined the ever-growing collections of the National Library of Israel (NLI).NLI announced the acquisition in a statement last week ahead of the Shavuot holiday, noting that it will join the library’s collection of historical and modern cookbooks of Jewish and Israeli cuisine.Published in 1846, The Jewish Manual: Practical Information in Jewish and Modern Cookery (With a Collection of Valuable Recipes & Hints Relating to the Toilette boasts a range of recipes, self-care tips and tricks, and housekeeping advice.Authorship of The Jewish Manual, however, remains…

A new review explores how scientists are identifying the gut’s most influential bacteria and how targeted diets, probiotics, and prebiotics could one day help rebalance disrupted microbiomes. Review: Research advances in the identification of gut keystone bacteria and formulation of suitable dietary intervention strategies for restoring gut homeostasis. Image Credit: Maxx-Studio / Shutterstock A recent article-in-press review published in the journal npj Biofilms and Microbiomes summarized recent developments in the identification of gut keystone bacteria and outlined targeted dietary interventions to restore gut homeostasis. The structure and function of the gut microbiota are significantly influenced by specific species, known as the…

A Palm Springs medical clinic was recognized Tuesday for its role in improving community health and wellness across the Coachella Valley.A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate PS Test as an official community partner of the Blue Zones Project Palm Springs, an initiative focused on helping residents live healthier lives through access to wellness programs and preventive care.The event took place at the clinic’s location on North Luring Drive and included an official blue ribbon cutting along with remarks from local leaders and community partners.Mayor Naomi Soto and Councilmember Ron deHearte joined clinic leadership and city officials in recognizing the…

Renee Dease (left) and Muaz Khan (right). Fitness Captains as of 2025 All 7 Regions Have Health fitness Captains Representaiton 1,329 Health Messengers added in 2025 2,255 Total Fitness Captains Every May, Special Olympics celebrates Fitness and Sport Month, recognizing the power of sport to support athlete health, fitness, and performance. To celebrate, I met with Special Olympics Pakistan athlete and Fitness Captain Muaz Khan to learn about his journey to becoming a Fitness Captain.Muaz has been an athlete for six years and a Fitness Captain for two years. Fitness Captains are athlete leaders who promote health, fitness, and healthy…

Ladybug Nutrition’s Jamie Baham introduces us to Olipop ! It’s a prebiotic soda designed to support digestive health while offering a fizzy, sweet drink alternative to traditional sodas. Its main benefit is delivering prebiotic fiber — plant-based fibers that feed beneficial gut bacteria — in a beverage form.What does it do?Adds fiberSupprts gut healthContains lower sugar than normal sodaContains botanicals and traditional ingredientsNo artificial additivesJamie Baham — Nutrition Expert and Founder of Ladybug NutritionJamie Baham, MS, RDN, LD, is a nationally credentialed and multi-state licensed registered dietitian nutritionist based in the Oklahoma City area LinkedIn. She is the owner and…

Anthony Robledo  |  USA TODAYMartin Short’s eldest daughter, Katherine Hartley Short, died at 42Katherine Hartley Short, the eldest daughter of actor and comedian Martin Short, died at 42 in February of 2026.This article discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.Martin Short prompted the wellness check that led to the confirmation that his eldest daughter, Katherine Hartley Short, had died in February, a report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Department revealed.On Feb. 23, the Emmy-winning actor, 76, asked a friend of his late daughter…

Just because school is out does not mean that area children will have to worry about missing a daily meal. The Rowan-Salisbury Schools Summer Meals Program provides breakfast, lunch and snacks to the children of Rowan County during the summer months when school is not in session. Beginning this week through July 28, families can receive free meals available Monday through Friday at convenient meal sites located throughout Rowan County as part of the Summer Meals Program. Any child between the ages of 3–18 can receive a summer meal from one of the program sites. Children must be present to…

Dermatologists often say that the best sunscreen is the one you’ll actually wear, and for many, that’s spray sunscreen. Adults and kids alike often find spraying SPF onto their skin simpler and more convenient than rubbing in a thick, white, creamy lotion. The good news? Spray sunscreen is just as effective as its lotion, cream and gel counterparts, says Dr. Michele Green, a board-certified dermatologist who practices in New York City. But in order to protect yourself from UV rays, you need to apply it correctly, which is easier said than done.I spoke to dermatologists about the dos and don’ts…