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Stiffer colon could signal risk of early-onset colorectal cancer - Medical Xpress
Increased stiffness of the colon, spurred by chronic inflammation, may encourage the development and progression of early-onset colorectal cancer (CRC), a study co-led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers suggests. The findings, published in Advanced…

Flu season is here just in time for Christmas. These areas in Alabama are getting hit hardest. - AL.com
Data from the Alabama Department of Public Health shows where flu cases are rising.
What Foods Make You Happiest? Hint: It’s Not What You Think - AOL.com
Research shows that certain food may affect mood and mental health. Eating these foods may make you feel happier.

Gut bacteria may play role in bipolar depression by directly influencing brain connectivity - Medical Xpress
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a psychiatric disorder characterized by extreme mood changes. Individuals diagnosed with BD typically alternate between periods of high energy, euphoria, irritability and/or impulsivity (i.e., manic episodes) and others marked by feel…

IDPH: Dog tests positive for rabies after biting person; first Illinois case since 1994 - WGN-TV
CHICAGO — A dog in Chicago recently tested positive for rabies after biting a person, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health. It was the first rabid dog in the state since 1994. The dog was from a litter of puppies sent to a Chicago rescue from…
Are You A Golden Retriever Partner Or A Black Cat Partner? - BuzzFeed
Someone explain how black cat partners are allowed to be so chaotic and still so cute.

Tiny Molecule Made by Gut Bacteria Could Cut Type 2 Diabetes Risk - ScienceAlert
A compound produced by gut bacteria could play a vital role in managing and preventing type 2 diabetes, according to a study led by researchers from Imperial College London (ICL).

Clitoris Researcher Wants You to Know Everything This Sex Organ Can Do - Rewire News Group
Pleasure is only the tip of the clitoral iceberg, says Dr. Angela Towne.

Study Confirms Health-Friendly Sucralose Is Better Than Sugar - RealClearHealth
There’s sweet news for all of us craving holiday treats while trying to cut back on sugar. A new landmark study confirms what doctors and nutritionists have long advised: sugar-free sweeteners...

For the First Time, a Deadly Virus Has Been Found in Arctic Waters After Killing Whales and Dolphins Worldwide - Indian Defence Review
Scientists just uncovered a dangerous virus lurking in Arctic whales—using a method no one expected. The discovery could change what we know about marine life in a warming world, and it’s raising alarms far beyond the polar circle.

Chicago Dog Tests Positive For Rabies - Block Club Chicago
It’s been at least 61 years since there was a rabid dog in Cook County. The dog bit someone Dec. 11 and has been euthanized.

Regular Exercise Doesn’t Just Strengthen the Heart, It Reprograms Its Nerves - SciTechDaily
New research suggests that regular aerobic exercise doesn’t just benefit the heart muscle, but subtly rewires the nerves that control how the heart works. Regular physical activity does more than improve heart strength. New research shows that it also alters …

6 Serious Health Risks Older Adults Face in Cold Winter Weather - Money Talks News
If the weather outside is frightful, your health could be at risk — especially once you hit a certain age.
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Copper Peptides Are the Anti-Aging Ingredient to Know - Vogue
Copper peptides help support collagen and elastin production, which can improve firmness, texture, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You Drink Coffee - EatingWell
Does coffee raise blood sugar? Nutrition experts explain how caffeine and common coffee add-ins can impact your glucose levels.

City health officials warn of 114 percent spike in flu cases, urge vaccinations - The Boston Globe
Officials are encouraging more people to get vaccinated, especially children and older individuals who are at high risk.
A 25-year-old startup founder shares his high-protein smoothie for gut health, energy, and longevity - Business Insider
A health startup founder who loves supplements said he starts every day with a smoothie that packs in 50 grams of protein and 20 grams of fiber.

Tested positive for flu during the holidays? Here’s what you should do - CNN
As millions of Americans hit the road or take to the skies for the holidays, another seasonal traveler is picking up speed: influenza.

Scientists Uncover a Hidden ‘Pause Button’ Deep Inside Our Cells - Indian Defence Review
A rare way cells survive extreme stress has just been decoded, with implications reaching far beyond the animal kingdom.

Obesity Economics: How Subsidies Distort the American Diet - The Daily Economy
Federal subsidies drive food production, consumption, and — unintentionally — chronic disease. Now we’re being asked to subsidize weight loss drugs to fight ...