July/August 2025
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Stroke: How to protect & preserve your brain
Each year, 795,000 people in the US have a stroke, and 165,000 die due to a stroke. Half of US adults—and 75 percent of those aged 65 or older—have high blood pressure, the strongest risk factor for a stroke. Here’s what to know.
Fact vs. Fiction
5 protein myths: You may be surprised
“Low carb,” boast some labels. “Fat free,” claim others. But “low protein?” That’s not a thing. Protein is a selling point. But its overblown reputation has been fueled by a jumble of myths. Here’s the truth about some popular ones.
Healthy Eating
How much protein is in eggs, chicken, beans, or other foods?
Healthy Eating
Low-sugar drinks: 10 of the healthiest options
Government Accountability
Peter’s Memo: An assault on science
Healthy Eating
Healthy ice cream: Which brands are best?
Supplements
Can a GLP-1 supplement help you lose weight?
Should you take a bovine colostrum supplement?
Bovine colostrum is the “it” supplement right now, with companies claiming that it can repair your gut, boost your immune system, and more. What’s the evidence?
Is Fatty15 worth the hype?
The supplement Fatty15 claims that a 15-carbon-chain fatty acid is essential for health and “reverses” aging. Here’s what the research actually shows.
The Heathy Cook's summer recipes
Roasted Red Pepper Gazpacho
Perfect Picnic Chicken
Salmon with Mango Ginger Sauce
Quick Studies
A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more
Can red meat harm your health? Is there a dementia vaccine? Which GLP-1 drug works best? We look at those new studies, plus others on osteoarthritis, breast cancer, and more.
Food Find, Food Fail, & Quick Dish
Food Find
Healthy zero-sugar coffee creamers
Quick Dish
Raspberry Mango Sorbet
Food Fail