Nutrition and Fitness

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More than 1 drink a day raises risk of dying, new federal review concludes
The death risk goes up to 1 in 100 for those who drink alcohol nine times per week, the report found.
Active lifestyle significantly lowers risk of 19 chronic diseases, study finds
University of Iowa researchers are recommending all patients be surveyed about their physical activity levels, after a new study underscores the link between physical activity and chronic disease.
The FDA has a new definition for 'healthy food,' stripping the label from some yogurts, breads, and fruit cups that have hidden sugars
Under the previous FDA rule, which is being updated for the first time in 30 years, foods like salmon couldn't be labeled "healthy," the agency said.
Elevated levels of 'forever chemicals' found in several smartwatch wrist bands
Smartwatches and fitness trackers have become ubiquitous forms of wearable tech, accompanying many people throughout their days (and nights). But they may expose the skin to so-called forever chemicals in the process. More expensive wristbands made from fluorinated synthetic rubber revealed particularly high amounts of one forever chemical, perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), according to a study published in Environmental Science & Technology...