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Evidence of an autoimmune component to ALS neurodegeneration sheds new light on the causes of this as-yet incurable disease.Image credit:© iStock, CIPhotosAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that eventually leads to respiratory paralysis and death.1 As the most common motor neuron disease, ALS affects over 30,000 people in the United States, with cases projected to rise over the remainder of this decade.2,3 Despite decades of research, a single and precise cause for ALS has eluded the grasp of the scientific community.2 A new study, recently published in Nature, changes that. Researchers showed, for the first time, direct…

Today is the first day of the fall Amazon Prime Day, making it the ideal time to hit “purchase” on your kitchen and lifestyle wish list. During the 48-hour savings event, sneaker brands like Brooks and Skechers, and kitchen brands like Le Creuset and Breville are majorly discounted — but since the sale only lasts two days, these deals won’t be around for long. To make your shopping easier, I rounded up the 50 best Prime Day deals you can score for less today, starting at $6.  Best October Amazon Prime Day Deals Overall Brooks Hyperion Max 2 Neutral Running…

This morning, Amazon’s October Prime Day kicked off, and I don’t know about you, but I typically use this event to get ahead on my holiday shopping. I also like to sprinkle in a little treat for myself. (You get it, right?) Well, this year, I’m eyeing a pair of shoes. Because this is EatingWell, I wanted an expert take. So, I called on podiatrists for their recommendations—and also drew on our real-world tests of some of these shoes, too.  Whether you’re hunting for shearling-lined slides, supportive workout shoes or tested running shoes, these are the best shoe deals to…

The National Polypharmacy Programme, a successful patient safety programme set up by doctors and pharmacists and run by the NHS’s Health Innovation Network to cut the number of medicines patients take, has been forced to close owing to lack of funding.At a conference last week (29 September)—celebrating the programme’s achievements over its three years of operation—programme managers said that they had been unable to secure ongoing funding from NHS England, after the government’s decision to abolish the wider organisation.1Its closure comes despite evidence of its success in improving health outcomes and prescribing safety, as well as saving the NHS money.Launched…

Researchers in Cuba and the United States, some of whom are employed by Oceanium, Ltd, tested a fucoidan-rich extract containing ≥75% w/w fucoidan from Saccharina latissima (SLE-F),“These findings support the potential of SLE-F as a safe and effective microbiome-modulating agent,” the they wrote in the journal Microorganisms.Neil Waslidge, R&D manager at Oceanium, noted that the results address a major consumer pain point, as some conventional prebiotics like inulin, GOS and FOS can require up to 5 to 10 grams daily and often cause side effects such as gas, bloating and digestive discomfort.“Consumers kept telling us that although their prebiotics work,…

“In this photo, I’m standing in a sewage-fed pond in the East Kolkata Wetlands in India. These wetlands span 125 square kilometres and treat nearly 80% of the city’s waste water naturally. Every day, they recycle 750 million litres of waste water and produce 22 tonnes of fish and 150 tonnes of vegetables.There are 254 sewage-fed ponds in the wetlands, and each has its own dynamic in terms of size, ownership and ecology. This one is owned by a cooperative, in which the profits are shared equally among the members. Here, I’m standing with a fisherwoman who helps to clean…

Dr. Jila Senemar is a board-certified OB/GYN with over 20 years of experience specializing in menopause, hormone therapy, and metabolic health. Based in Miami, she is dedicated to providing personalized, evidence-based care to help women thrive at every stage of life. Dr. Jila completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and has served as an assistant professor at the University of Miami. She is fluent in English and Spanish, bringing a multicultural perspective to her practice. As the founder of JilaMD and the Miami Menopause Collective, she integrates the latest research from the North American Menopause Society into…

Despite major advances in immunotherapy—including the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine recognizing advances in peripheral immune tolerance—progress against leukemia has remained limited. Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) continues to defy immune-based treatments, reflecting an incomplete understanding of how leukemia cells evade the immune system. Lund University researchers have now uncovered one of these evasive tricks and have shown how to disable it. In a study titled “Aberrant expression of SLAMF6 constitutes a targetable immune escape mechanism in acute myeloid leukemia,” published in Nature Cancer, the team identified a surface protein, SLAMF6, that acts as an immune-suppressive shield on AML…

Osteoporosis is a major cause of fractures, disability and loss of independence in older adults.Smoking weakens the bones by disrupting their natural remodeling process and slowing healing.The earlier you adopt bone-healthy habits, the stronger and more resilient your skeleton will be. Staying active and independent well into the future starts with strong bones. Your skeleton does more than give your body structure—it protects vital organs and makes every movement possible, from daily errands to new adventures. Bone health isn’t just a concern for older adults; it matters for everyone. The strength you build earlier in life directly affects how your…

Sometimes all you need is a couple bites of a delicious dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth, and that’s exactly why we’ve compiled this list of healthy 2-bite dessert recipes. From cookies to bars to mini pies and cheesecakes, these sweet morsels are so good you’ll want them all day long, not just after dinner. Dive into fall flavors with our Mini Pecan Pies or try our rich and classic Chocolate-Peanut Butter Mini Cupcakes. Either way, try one (or all!) and don’t forget to save your favorites. Love any of these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save, search and organize your EatingWell recipes…