Menopause is typically associated with hot flashes, night sweats and memory lapses – but new research suggests GI problems might be an overlooked issue that also occur with this change of life. A striking 94% out of nearly 600 U.K. women 44 to 73 reported digestive problems, and of those 82% said their problems either…  read on >  read on >

It’s one of the deadliest syndromes you’ve never heard of, but experts are hoping to change that. Nearly 9 of 10 Americans have not heard of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, even though about the same proportion are affected by it, according to a new survey by the American Heart Association (AHA). CKM syndrome represents a cluster…  read on >  read on >

A new AI-driven bite counter is in development to help counter childhood obesity – potentially even tracking kids while they eat and urging them to slow down. The faster a child takes bites during a meal or snack, the greater their risk for developing obesity, researchers say. But studying different ways to help kids slow…  read on >  read on >

Kiwis may be more than a healthy snack — they could also help get your digestive system moving.  New evidence-based dietary guidelines from the British Dietetic Association say kiwis, rye bread and certain supplements may help people manage chronic constipation without on medication. These guidelines focus specifically on diet-based constipation treatment rather than pharmaceuticals, according…  read on >  read on >

Consumers are being warned to check their kitchen shelves for certain Ben’s Original Ready Rice products that may contain small stones. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced earlier this week that the company is recalling several batches of its microwaveable rice products. Officials said the stones are naturally occurring and come from the…  read on >  read on >

Starting in 2026, restaurant chains in California will be required to list major food allergens on their menus in a first-of-its-kind law. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the bill Monday, making California the first state to require allergen labeling for restaurants with 20 or more locations. Under the new law, menus must identify items containing milk,…  read on >  read on >