If you were to think about the key to getting fit, you’d probably imagine you need to spend plenty of time in the gym. But many fitness influencers assert that
If you were to think about the key to getting fit, you’d probably imagine you need to spend plenty of time in the gym. But many fitness influencers assert that
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Health Binge drinking triggers gut damage, finds new study Research suggests even brief episodes of heavy alcohol consumption can injure small intestine BIDMC Communications January 7, 2026 2 min read
Summary Experts warn extreme wellness challenges can create a cycle of dissatisfaction and perfectionism. Dr. Thomas Curran says some people pursue drastic regimens hoping for transformation after life changes. Dietitian
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Health Parental firearm injury linked to surge in children’s psychiatric diagnoses Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder accounts for most of the increase, according to study Mass General Brigham Communications January 28, 2026
Health Taking a fresh look at definition of autism Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer January 13, 2026 6 min read Some families, activists say term is too broad, masks unique
Summary Political and societal upheavals can disrupt sleep and trigger insomnia in vulnerable individuals, according to sleep experts. Chronic insomnia may lead to serious health complications including heart attacks and
Health Why it seems like everyone has the flu this year Immunologist says it’s not too late to get vaccinated Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer January 12, 2026 6 min






