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One of the nation’s largest food companies is planning a big change to its ingredients list. Kraft Heinz said it will stop using artificial dyes in all U.S. products by the end of 2027. The company also said it won’t use any synthetic colors in new products going forward, The Wall Street Journal reported. Artificial… read on > read on >

Four individuals across two states have been sickened and one person has been hospitalized read on >

Bugaboo is recalling more than 18,000 of its Giraffe high chairs following reports of the legs separating from the frame. The issue could cause babies to fall and get hurt. A June 12 notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said the legs can detach “if the screws connecting the legs are not… read on > read on >

Struggling to get a good night’s sleep? A new study suggests that a natural solution might be found right in your fridge: fruits and veggies. Researchers from the University of Chicago and Columbia University found that eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains during the day may lead to better sleep that same night. “Dietary… read on > read on >

Think you need to spend hours lifting weights to build muscle or get stronger? Researchers at Florida Atlantic University say just a few smart, focused sets may be all it takes this summer to see real gains. The study — available as a preprint on SportRxiv — reviewed results from dozens of earlier studies on… read on > read on >

Largest percentage of emergency department tooth disorder visits accounted for by adults ages 25 to 34 years, White non-Hispanics read on >

Some nasal and baby teething swabs from Zicam and Orajel are being recalled across the country because they may be contaminated with fungus, U.S. health officials said. The recall was announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after the manufacturer, Church & Dwight Co., Inc., found the problem during testing, CBS News reported.… read on > read on >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says it plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) to help speed the approval of new drugs and medical devices. That’s one of several priorities federal officials detailed June 10 in JAMA. They said AI could help shorten review times, speeding delivery of treatments to people who need them. … read on > read on >

More than 1.7 million window air conditioners are being recalled because of a risk for mold growth, which can lead to serious health problems. The affected units are made by Midea and include U Window Air Conditioners and U+ Window Air Conditioners, CBS News said. A drainage problem can cause water to pool inside the… read on > read on >