Mary West
Author
Mary West is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Medical News Today, Small Business Today Magazine, and other publications. She holds two bachelor of science degrees from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.
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Prediabetes in Teens Can Triple Risk of Premature Heart Damage: Study
Even healthy teens and young adults may be on the path to heart disease if they have high blood sugar. Simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the risk.
How Omega-3s in Fish Shape Children’s Brains and Behavior
Omega-3s support cognitive development, emotional health, and pro-social behavior in children.
Protecting Young Minds: Nutrition and Habits That Counter Pollution’s Effects
Food, habits, and filters that help reduce pollution’s impact.
Study Finds Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals in Children’s Mattresses
A recent study links children’s mattresses to chemical exposure—but parents can take simple steps to help lower the risk.
Osteoarthritis: Gene Study Finds New Drug Targets and Treatment Options
Researchers explore new strategies to treat progressive osteoarthritis.
What to Know About the 2 Banned Food Dyes
How do the two synthetic food dyes the FDA plans to ban within months affect human health?
Fighting Inflammation With Food: African Versus Western Diets
Dietary shifts may trigger inflammation-related diseases in as little as two weeks, study finds.
New Study Links Longer Breastfeeding to Fewer Developmental Delays
“Breast is best” is a well-known saying that might be better updated to “Breast is best for longer.”
Foods That Lower Tinnitus Risk—and Those That Trigger It
New research found that some high-quality food groups may offer protection from tinnitus.
Singing May Help COPD, Parkinson’s Disease, and Mood
Singing supports the body by strengthening respiratory muscles and calming the nervous system.
