Mary West
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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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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.
A Simple Walk in the Park May Strengthen Father–Daughter Bond
Research links fathers’ increased emotional engagement with daughters to shared physical activities such as walking.
Exercise Helps Colon Cancer Survivors Live as Long as Cancer-Free Peers
New research on colon cancer suggests higher amounts of exercise may elevate patients’ expected survival rates to those of the general population.
Can Creatine Boost Brain Function When You’re Sleep-Deprived?
Creatine boosts ATP, enhancing nerve cell function and supporting cognitive performance.
The Healing Power of Pets
Pets can brighten your life but also come with a big responsibility.
The Hidden Connection Between Food and Bladder Control
The foods you eat may alter the urgency of your need to find a bathroom, according to research.
