5 worst foods for your gut and what to eat instead

To improve your gut health, avoid red meat, alcohol, and processed and artificially sweetened foods. Credit: bit245 / Getty Images

Medical review by Jonathan Purtell, RDN To improve your gut health, avoid red meat, alcohol, and processed and artificially sweetened foods.Credit: bit245 / Getty Images The gut microbiome is home to trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses. Some foods, especially ultra-processed foods, can encourage the growth of harmful microorganisms. Foods rich in probiotics and … Read more

10 years of success: Bubba’s Project Gym launches massive community fitness weekend

10 years of success: Bubba's Project Gym launches massive community fitness weekend

The long-established Armor Gym is gearing up for a major milestone: Baba’s Project Gym (BPG) is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a series of events designed to bring the community together. Owned and operated by Coach Baba Ali and his wife Lindsey, the gym is a cornerstone of Armagh’s health, fitness and community. To kick … Read more

Danish architect Thomas Jules Hansen talks about shaping West Chelsea’s next chapter

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“There’s not a single person on earth who can say no to this.” That’s how Thomas Jule Hansen describes 550 West 21st Street, a rare new construction property on the edge of Manhattan’s West Side, one of the few remaining large-scale development sites in West Chelsea. The Copenhagen-born architect was commissioned by Legion Investment Group … Read more

Just 5 minutes more exercise and 10 minutes more sleep may lower your risk of heart disease.

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A new study suggests that making small lifestyle changes can significantly protect your heart health. Image credit: Westend61/Getty ImagesThis article was originally published on Medical News Today A new study investigated how small changes in lifestyle affect cardiovascular health. The research team followed more than 50,000 people for about eight years, tracking their sleep, nutrition, … Read more

Independence Health System and WVU Medicine presidents share merger update, what $1 billion commitment means

Independence Health System and WVU Medicine presidents share merger update, what $1 billion commitment means

Dr. Joseph Kucik, an interventional cardiac specialist at Independence Health System, works in the patient exam room at Butler Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, Dec. 20. Butler Eagle File Photo Transforming rural healthcare West Virginia University Health System and Independent Health System have announced plans to merge in November 2025, which leaders say will expand access … Read more

“At 54, I’m putting on more muscle than ever. Here’s how.

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Read in 5 minutes When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, my usual routine came to a halt. Other than the occasional walk with my family, I became quite sedentary, and it wasn’t long before a meat board and a glass or two of wine every night was the norm. At first it didn’t seem like a … Read more

2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Stunning People’s Choice Winner by the Natural History Museum

2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Stunning People's Choice Winner by the Natural History Museum

The winners of the 2026 People’s Choice Award for Wildlife Photographer of the Year have been announced, and the results are surprising. Selected from over 60,000 entries from more than 100 countries, this year’s contest once again proves the power of wildlife photography to inspire, shock and move people around the world. The winner was … Read more

Recent research calls for rethinking ‘sugar-free’ labels on food and drinks

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Researchers found that consuming artificial sweeteners was not associated with an increased risk of several major cancers. While this result narrows a long-standing concern, it leaves open questions about what current evidence can actually rule out. The relationship between artificial sweeteners and cancer Evidence gathered from tens of thousands to millions of participants … Read more

4 standing exercises to flatten your stomach faster than weight training after 60

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A lifestyle coach shares four standing moves that will work your deep core even after 60. One truth about life? Consistent exercise and discipline can do wonders for your body, including getting rid of stubborn belly fat. Generally speaking, the higher the intensity of exercise, the higher the calorie burn. There are many ways to … Read more

He found a new family at University Hospital and they saved his life: Healthcare Stories

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BEACHWOOD, Ohio — For years, Beckham roamed the hallways of University Hospital with a clear purpose. The goal was to help cancer patients and their families find their way physically and emotionally through the most difficult days of their lives. What he didn’t expect was that one day that same hallway would take him on … Read more