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Pet-Friendly Plants in India: Houseplants Safe for Cats & Dogs in Urban Homes
In Indian homes, where dogs sniff every pot and cats swipe at leaves, it’s important to have plants that aren’t poisonous to either animal. Curious pets often chew on plants, which can hurt them when they eat houseplants that are thought to be safe, like the money plant. This book has scientifically proven indoor plants…
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Pelvic Exams by Med Students on Anesthetized Women
Please note: This blog contains descriptions of sexual assault. From Heart Failure, a book I wrote about my time at Tufts University School of Medicine: “I am all gloved up, fifth in line. At Tufts, medical students—particularly male students—practice pelvic exams on anesthetized women without their consent and without their knowledge. Women come in for…
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Shaklee Unveils Sparkling Protein Innovation
Shaklee, a global pioneer in science-backed wellness and nutrition, introduced its latest innovation: Shaklee Sparkling Protein, a patent-pending functional sparkling seltzer clinically shown to improve lean muscle, packed with 40g of next-generation, grass-fed whey protein. Unlike traditional protein powders or shakes, Shaklee’s Sparkling Protein delivers a lactose-free, all-natural protein with a superior amino acid and…
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New tool helps users track fruit-plant readiness for growing season
Growers can monitor exact range of optimal chilling hours and trends for crop varieties Melissa Widhalm, associate director of Purdue University’s Midwestern Regional Climate Center and regional climatologist. (Purdue Agricultural Communications photo/Tom Campbell) WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue University’s Midwestern Regional Climate Center (MRCC) has launched its new interactive chilling hours tool. Growers now can more closely monitor…
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A Longer Life on Statins?
What are the pros and cons of relative risk, absolute risk, number needed to treat, and average postponement of death when taking cholesterol-lowering statin drugs? In response to the charge that describing the benefits of statin drugs only in terms of relative risk reduction is a “statistical deception” created to give the appearance that statins…
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This Federal Food and Agriculture Work Will Cease During the Shutdown
The staffing uncertainty, on top of efforts to cancel union contracts for FSIS employees, could exacerbate morale challenges among federal food inspectors, said Brian Ronholm, director of food policy at Consumer Reports. FDA and CDC The FDA will retain more than 13,000 employees, or about 86 percent of staff, according to the agency’s shutdown plan.…
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Lifeway Launches Muscle Mates Functional Drink
Lifeway Foods, Inc., a leading US supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products that support the microbiome, introduced Muscle Mates, an innovative, ready-to-drink functional beverage that pairs 20g of protein with 5g of creatine and Lifeway’s 12 live and active probiotic cultures. Set to hit shelves in grocery stores, fitness centers and select retailers nationwide…
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The Real Benefits of Statins and Their Side Effects
A Mayo Clinic visualization tool can help you decide if cholesterol-lowering statin drugs are right for you. “Physicians have a duty to inform their patients about the risks and benefits of the interventions available to them. However, physicians rarely communicate with methods that convey absolute information, such as numbers needed to treat, numbers needed to…
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UC ANR, Catalan research institute to spur innovations for agrifood systems
Collaboration bolsters current research on irrigation, expands work on emerging issues Catalonia, a famed region in northeast Spain, has a lot in common with California – beautiful coastline and mountains, a sunny Mediterranean climate and a robust agricultural sector that produces wine, olives and a variety of fruits and vegetables. It is also home to…
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Nurri Adds Strawberry Protein Shake at Costco
Nurri, a better-for-you lifestyle brand known for its 30g Protein Ultra-Filtered Milk Shakes, launched a strawberry flavor in Costco. Since debuting in Costco less than 12 months ago, this marks the brand’s third flavor added to Costco’s shelves since its chocolate launch in September 2024. As Nurri continues to grow in innovation and scale, its…