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Largest Integrated Health Database

Aug 31, 2026 08:15AM

The NIH All of Us program now includes health data from more than 747,000 Americans, creating an unusually diverse resource for studying genes, lifestyle and environment.

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The Decrease in Peanut Allergies

Aug 31, 2026 08:14AM

Peanut allergies in young children fell after early peanut introduction became standard guidance, reinforcing evidence that early exposure can build immune tolerance.

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Microbiome Effects on Colorectal Cancer Risk

Aug 31, 2026 08:13AM

Gut microbiome changes may persist years after precancerous colon polyps are removed, with diet and physical activity potentially influencing colorectal cancer risk.

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Black Chokeberry and Bee Pollen for Athletes

Aug 31, 2026 08:12AM

A small study found black chokeberry and bee pollen increased antioxidant capacity in combat athletes, though other health and performance markers did not change.

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Microplastics Linked to Heart Disease

Aug 31, 2026 08:11AM

New research found micro- and nanoplastics more often in the blood of heart attack patients, adding to concerns about pollution and cardiovascular health.

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Nature-Inspired Membranes Pave Way for Cleaner Industry

Aug 31, 2026 08:04AM ● By Kris Urquhart

Nature-inspired crystalline membranes could make industrial separation far more efficient while cutting energy use, water demand and chemical waste.

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Ancient DNA Reveals Koalas’ Path to Survival

Aug 31, 2026 08:03AM

Ancient DNA suggests today’s eastern Australian koalas descended from one population that survived a near-extinction event about 100,000 years ago.

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Using Math To Solve Wordle

Aug 31, 2026 08:02AM

A Binghamton University team used information theory and Shannon entropy to build a Wordle strategy that reportedly solved puzzles 99 percent of the time.

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Global Action Needed to Face Deadly Heatwave Crisis

Aug 31, 2026 08:01AM

A new climate report warns heat-related deaths could rise sharply by 2050, with lower-income countries facing the greatest risks without stronger adaptation.

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Rare Deep-Sea Coral Habitat Discovered

Aug 31, 2026 08:00AM

Scientists found a rare deep-sea coral reef off Argentina teeming with marine life and 28 potential new species, highlighting the value of ocean conservation.

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Beyond Worry: Three Energetic Patterns of Anxiety

Aug 31, 2026 12:00AM ● By Twin Cities

The Healing Waters Health Center believes anxiety is a full-body experience; discovering the source pattern can help understand what the body is trying to communicate.

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Clearly Connected Healing: Helping People Reconnect with Calm, Clarity and Themselves

Aug 31, 2026 12:00AM ● By Twin Cities

Dr. Jessie Rudi is the founder of Clearly Connected Healing, LLC where she offers intuitive Reiki sessions, mentorship and training designed to help clients reconnect with themselves.

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Awaken Your Inner Healer: How Healing Touch Supports Balance, Recovery and Well-being

Aug 31, 2026 12:00AM ● By Twin Cities

Healing Touch is an energy therapy that uses gentle hand movements and light touch to support your natural healing capacity.

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Happy & Healthy Therapy Offers Tummy Time! Method Class for Babies and Parents

Aug 31, 2026 12:00AM ● By Twin Cities

At Happy & Healthy Therapy, in Saint Paul, Occupational therapist Maria Bossert leads caregivers through the Tummy Time! Method, to help babies who struggle with being on their tummy.

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September 2026 Natural Awakenings Twin Cities Magazine

Aug 31, 2026 12:00AM ● By Jordan Peschek

The September 2026 Natural Awakenings Milwaukee Twin Cities magazine explores Inner Balance from many angles, including our mind, body and spirit. Read it now!

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Raising Healthy Humans: A Holistic Approach to Pediatric Care

Jul 31, 2026 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Holistic pediatric care focuses on the whole child, using nutrition, dental insight, nervous system support and mindfulness to build lifelong wellness.

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Empowering Children for Lifelong Health: A Conversation With Brian Stenzler

Jul 31, 2026 08:29AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Brian Stenzler’s D.R.E.A.M. Wellness framework links diet, relaxation, exercise, mental wellness and adjustment to children’s lifelong foundational health.

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Tapas With a Twist: Small Plates With Big Health Benefits

Jul 31, 2026 08:28AM ● By Maya Whitman

Healthy tapas turn small plates into nutrient-dense meals, blending seasonal produce, global flavors and social connection for lighter, satisfying eating.

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Avocado Tuna Salad

Jul 31, 2026 08:27AM

Creamy avocado replaces mayo in this bright tuna salad, with apple, celery and lemon adding crisp texture and fresh flavor for crackers.

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus With Crackers

Jul 31, 2026 08:27AM

Roasted peppers, garlic, chickpeas and smoked paprika blend into a creamy, colorful hummus made for crunchy crackers and easy entertaining.

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Lentil and Feta Tabbouleh

Jul 31, 2026 08:27AM

Lentils, feta, tomatoes, parsley and lemon create a bright, protein-rich tabbouleh with Mediterranean flavor and hearty small-plate appeal.

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Oven-Dried Garlic Tomatoes

Jul 31, 2026 08:27AM

Slow-roasted tomatoes with garlic, olive oil and herbs become chewy, flavor-packed tapas bites or a vibrant topping for salads, grains and fish.

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Corn and Basil Pancakes

Jul 31, 2026 08:27AM

Fresh corn, basil and cumin turn golden skillet pancakes into irresistible tapas bites, perfect with tomato salsa or a favorite savory topping.

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End-of-Summer Abundance

Jul 31, 2026 08:27AM ● By Marlaina Donato

August’s late-summer abundance invites reflection, from farmers market peaches and meteor showers to the bittersweet pause before fall begins.

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Clean Water, Clear Decisions: Finding the Right Fit for Home Filtration

Jul 31, 2026 08:26AM ● By Maya Whitman

Home water filtration begins with knowing what is in the tap, as PFAS, heavy metals, chlorine byproducts and bacteria may require targeted systems.

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Strong From the Ground Up: Why Indoor Climbing Works for Every Body

Jul 31, 2026 08:25AM ● By Zak Logan

Indoor climbing offers a whole-body workout that builds strength, balance, mobility and mental focus, with beginner-friendly routes and safety systems.

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The Power of Gratitude: Changing Brain Chemistry and Opening the Heart

Jul 31, 2026 08:24AM ● By Brendan Cournane

Gratitude can shift brain chemistry, ease stress and support resilience, even through grief, by making room for calm, connection and emotional balance.

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Black Belts and Life Skills: What Kids Gain From Martial Arts

Jul 31, 2026 08:23AM ● By Christina Connors

Martial arts help children build confidence, focus and resilience through disciplined movement, long-term goals and lessons that extend beyond the training floor.

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Foundational Health for Pets: Treating Puppies and Kittens Right From the Start

Jul 31, 2026 08:22AM ● By Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Foundational pet health starts in the first year, when whole-food nutrition, gut support, DHA, gentle movement and low-stress care shape lifelong wellness.

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What Our Stress Is Saying: Homeopathy’s Individualized Approach to Burnout

Jul 31, 2026 08:21AM ● By Laurell Matthews, ND

Homeopathy tailors burnout remedies to individual patterns of fatigue, sleeplessness and emotional strain, alongside rest, nutrition, movement and boundaries.

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Smart Ways To Keep Produce Fresh

Jul 31, 2026 08:21AM

Smart produce storage cuts food waste by separating ethylene-producing fruits, using proper refrigeration and replacing plastic with reusable wraps, jars and breathable bags.

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Early Childhood Nutrition Shapes Intelligence

Jul 31, 2026 08:15AM

Early childhood diet may influence intelligence into adolescence, with brain development relying on nutrients such as iron, iodine, vitamin D and healthy fats.

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Possible Causes of Early-Onset Colon Cancer

Jul 31, 2026 08:14AM

Early-onset colon cancer may be tied to ultra-processed diets, omega-6 fats, gut microbiome changes and cancer-driving mutations found in younger adults.

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Socioeconomic Impacts on Children’s Brains

Jul 31, 2026 08:13AM

A major brain-scan study suggests income, housing and neighborhood conditions shape children’s brain function more than IQ or parenting style.

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Understanding and Reversing Alcohol’s Damage

Jul 31, 2026 08:12AM

Research links alcohol to dozens of diseases, but cutting back or abstaining can improve blood pressure, immune function, brain health and early liver damage.

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Nordic Walking for Heart Health

Jul 31, 2026 08:11AM

Nordic walking engages the upper and lower body, with studies linking the pole-based workout to stronger functional capacity and lower cardiovascular risk.

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Female Chickadees Seek Superior Memory in Mates

Jul 31, 2026 08:04AM

Female mountain chickadees may choose extra mates with stronger spatial memory, helping offspring inherit the survival skills needed for harsh winters.

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New Microbes Exhibit Biofuel Potential

Jul 31, 2026 08:03AM

A black goo found in a Great Lakes research vessel revealed unknown microbes, including methane-producing species with possible biofuel potential.

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Greenland’s Glacial Melt Accelerates Sea Level Rise

Jul 31, 2026 08:02AM

Ice-marginal lakes are speeding Greenland glacier loss, with satellite data showing lake-ending glaciers moving three times faster than those on land.

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NASA’s Bold Mission To Map the Milky Way

Jul 31, 2026 08:01AM

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope could reveal 100,000 unknown exoplanets and map distant star systems with a field of view far larger than Hubble’s.

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Moss Spores Survive in Outer Space

Jul 31, 2026 08:00AM

Moss spores survived 283 days outside the International Space Station, offering clues to life’s resilience and the future of ecosystems beyond Earth.

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Wellness Without Walls: Outdoor Connections for Body and Spirit

Jun 30, 2026 08:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato

From paddleboarding to forest bathing, outdoor wellness experiences blend movement, mindfulness and meaningful connection.

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Journeys That Change Us: A Conversation With Anthony Profeta

Jun 30, 2026 08:29AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

Meditation teacher Anthony Profeta explores how sacred travel, mindfulness and shared experiences can inspire lasting transformation.

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Summer in Every Bite: Vibrant, Versatile Salads

Jun 30, 2026 08:28AM ● By Maya Whitman

Hydrating summer salads packed with seasonal produce, grains and fresh herbs bring bold flavor, nutrition and outdoor dining appeal.

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Hearty Dinner Salad With Creamy Salsa Verde Dressing

Jun 30, 2026 08:27AM

Creamy salsa verde, avocado, blue cheese and quinoa transform this hearty salad into a satisfying summer meal.

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Cold Honeydew-Blueberry Salad With Meyer Lemon Honey Drizzle

Jun 30, 2026 08:27AM

Chilled honeydew, juicy blueberries and Meyer lemon honey drizzle deliver a refreshing, naturally sweet treat for hot summer days.

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Summer Bounty Garden Toss With Jalapeño-Lime Dressing

Jun 30, 2026 08:27AM

Crisp garden vegetables, heirloom tomatoes and fresh herbs meet a sweet-spicy jalapeño lime dressing bursting with summer flavor.

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Black Walnut Vinaigrette

Jun 30, 2026 08:27AM

Toasted black walnuts, shallots and apple cider vinegar create a rich, nutty vinaigrette that elevates fresh summer vegetables.

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Embracing Water’s Magic

Jun 30, 2026 08:27AM ● By Marlaina Donato

From lakeside memories to simple daily rituals, water inspires gratitude, mindfulness and a deeper connection to nature.

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Sustainable Water Features: Bringing Home Gardens to Life

Jun 30, 2026 08:26AM ● By Maya Whitman

Eco-friendly fountains, ponds and birdbaths create backyard beauty while supporting pollinators, wildlife and water conservation.

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