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Be the first to rate & review! This simple yet elegant Melting Leeks with Garlic & Thyme recipe transforms leeks into a tender, caramelized side dish. Slowly browned in olive oil, then gently braised with garlic, thyme and broth, the leeks turn silky and deeply flavorful, with a buttery finish. A splash of white wine adds aromatic depth. Serve these melt-in-your-mouth leeks alongside roasted chicken, fish or grains for a dish that’s both rustic and refined. Published on October 27, 2025

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Twin Sisters Creamery cheeses recalled in Washington and Oregon for E. coli.The Whatcom Blue, Farmhouse Peppercorn and Mustard Seed were sold from July 27 through October 22.There have been three E. coli cases including one hospitalization connected to this recall. There’s an active recall on various types of cheese, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This is due to an active E. coli outbreak connected to the products. The brand impacted by this recall is Twin Sisters Creamery based in Washington. The cheeses affected were made from raw and unpasteurized milk and were distributed to retail locations…

After more than a year in power, Labour has failed to reverse the cuts to social security that have worsened health inequalities and driven up child poverty, an expert claims.Speaking at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow on 23 October, David Walsh, senior lecturer in health inequalities at the University of Glasgow, highlighted the worsening levels of child poverty in England but said the current government did not have the “political will” to turn things around.Currently 4.3 million children in the UK are living in poverty, with a higher prevalence in England (30% of children) and Wales…

By enhancing mitochondrial quality control, company aims to improve neuronal health and modify the course of neurodegeneration. British biotech Mission Therapeutics has secured $13.3 million in new funding to advance its mitophagy-targeting Parkinson’s disease candidate, MTX325, through clinical development. The financing, led by the company’s existing investors, will enable Mission to complete a Phase 1b proof-of-mechanism study in patients with Parkinson’s disease, set to begin in the first half of 2026. Headquartered at the Babraham Research Campus in Cambridge, Mission specializes in developing therapeutics designed to improve cell and organ health by enhancing mitophagy, the cellular process responsible for clearing…

Attention has been focused on avian influenza virus H5N1 in the past few years, but scientists are concerned about the spread of other bird viruses.Credit: Ralf Hirschberger/AFP via GettyA bird flu virus that has often been ignored because it mostly causes minor disease in birds has the potential to cause a human pandemic, says a team that has tracked how the H9N2 virus has become better adapted to infect people. The researchers say more surveillance of the virus is needed.In the past few years, surveillance has been focused on the avian influenza virus H5N1, which has spread across most continents…

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Pilates helps you build core strength, improve flexibility, strengthen your mind, and reduce injury risk. There are physical and mental benefits from mat pilates and reformer pilates.It’s considered safe and adaptable, but certain people should be careful before starting. Ever wondered how some people seem to move with effortless grace and strength? For many, their secret weapon is Pilates, aka, a workout that’s transformed bodies and lives for over a century. More than just stretching on a mat, Pilates can wake up muscles you didn’t even know you had, helping you stand taller, move easier, and feel recharged. At its core,…

Staying well-hydrated has many benefits, including for focus, mood and memory.Drink more water or choose no-sugar added options to decrease your added sugar intake.Flavor your water with fresh fruits, drink 100% fruit juice or sip a savory broth. Looking for a refreshing drink to quench your thirst? From sparkling waters and kombuchas to high-fiber sodas and coffee concoctions, there is plenty to drink. But a lot of these options may be loaded with added sugar.  Although water continues to reign as the top choice, staying hydrated can be challenging. Forgetfulness, busy schedules or simply not enjoying the taste of plain…

Motor neurons, especially larger ones, must work harder to prevent misfolded proteins from accumulating.Image credit:© iStock, peterschreiber.mediaAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that selectively targets the motor neurons. The disease has no cure, and treatment options remain limited despite decades of research.1 One major issue is that scientists do not fully understand ALS’s exact pathogenic mechanisms, including why only motor neurons are affected, and why larger motor neurons degenerate first. A research team has turned to the humble zebrafish to try and answer that question. In a study published in Nature Communications, they found that large motor…