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Higher Childhood BMI Was Linked to Lower Childbirth Rates

Aug 7, 2026

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Higher Childhood BMI Was Linked to Lower Childbirth Rates

A large Danish study found women with higher childhood BMI patterns were less likely to give birth at some ages but diagnosed infertility rates did not differ.

High Formula Costs Are Pushing Some Families Toward Unsafe Choices

Aug 7, 2026

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4 min read

High Formula Costs Are Pushing Some Families Toward Unsafe Choices

A UK study of financially struggling parents found widespread debt, distress and attempts to stretch formula, though the findings do not represent all formula-feeding families.

Edible Coating Helps Strawberries Stay Fresh Longer

Aug 6, 2026

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3 min read

Edible Coating Helps Strawberries Stay Fresh Longer

A seaweed-derived coating reduced moisture loss and mold in laboratory tests, but researchers have not yet shown how it performs in stores, homes or commercial supply chains.

Omega-3 Heart Rhythm Risk May Depend on Dose

Aug 6, 2026

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3 min read

Omega-3 Heart Rhythm Risk May Depend on Dose

A large analysis found a modest increase in atrial fibrillation among high-risk patients taking larger doses, while lower-dose supplements were not tied to a clear rise in risk.

Beetroot Juice Shows Early Promise for Pregnant Women with Kidney Disease

Aug 5, 2026

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3 min read

Beetroot Juice Shows Early Promise for Pregnant Women with Kidney Disease

A small randomized trial found encouraging safety signals and possible benefits, but it was not designed to prove the supplement improves outcomes.

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