Author: Justin M. Larson

Pumpkin spice has become a cozy, comforting staple in many fall recipes, from lattes to pies. It’s made up of a blend of spices that typically include cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice. Pumpkin spice also offers a range of potential health benefits, making it more than just a seasonal indulgence.  The spices in pumpkin spice can encance the flavor, aroma, and color of foods. They also might help reduce the risk of certain diseases because they contain antioxidants—natural compounds found in plant-based foods, such as spices, herbs, fruits, and vegetables.. How it may help: Antioxidants help reduce harmful free…

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Donald Trump is reportedly expected to claim there is a link between the use of paracetamol in pregnancy and the development of autism – but what does the evidence say?Americans consume more than 40% of all the world’s paracetamol, spending in excess of $4bn a year on products containing acetaminophen (as it is known in America – or by its leading brand name, Tylenol). Autism rates in the US are also on the rise – going up from about one in 150 children in the year 2000, to around one in 30 today.There have also been a number of well-publicised…

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Research has found that walking is a surprisingly strong health and fitness strategy. Our bodies were made for walking. However, there’s more than one way to get the most out of those daily steps.  Health spoke to three experts with different approaches to a rewarding stroll so that you can choose the best method for you. “From a purely physiological standpoint, walking raises your heart rate and burns calories,” David Kirsch, a celebrity trainer, told Health. “But it’s also a great way to increase your mind-body connection, focus on your breath, spend time in nature, meditate, and de-stress.” For beginners, it’s all…

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Iron and vitamin D are two nutrients that play essential roles in health, such as oxygen transportation and calcium absorption. Many people supplement with iron and vitamin D in order to keep their levels optimal, but can you safely take both of these nutrients at the same time? Here’s what science says about taking iron and vitamin D together. Yes, you can safely take iron and vitamin D together. Unlike some nutrients that interfere with each other’s absorption, vitamin D and iron don’t compete for absorption in the body.  That means you can take both at the same time without…

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Earlier this year, Australian police arrested a passenger for running a malicious Wi-Fi network both at an airport and during a flight. The setup looked just like the airline’s own Wi-Fi service, but it wasn’t. Instead, it was what cybersecurity researchers call an “evil twin,” a fake hotspot designed to trick people into handing over their credentials.The idea isn’t new, but the setting is. For years, fake Wi-Fi networks have been a common trick in cafes, hotels, and airports. What makes this case stand out is that the attacker took it to…

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Magnesium is a mineral that your body doesn’t produce naturally—you can only get it through food or supplements. And it’s important to get enough, because magnesium is essential for proper bodily functioning. It supports processes like mineral absorption, energy production, muscle and nerve function, and DNA synthesis. So how does that translate to better health? Here are seven conditions magnesium may help treat or prevent. Magnesium acts as a vasodilator, meaning it widens the blood vessels, which can help lower blood pressure and reduce your risk for heart disease and stroke. Magnesium only decreases blood pressure by a small amount,…

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Tom Holland is taking a temporary pause from filming the new Spider-Man movie, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.”The actor suffered a mild concussion and is on break from filming but is expected to return to work after a few days, ABC News has confirmed.Holland is reprising his role as the Marvel superhero in the upcoming fourth installment of the film franchise. The 29-year-old has portrayed Spider-Man/Peter Parker since “Captain America: Civil War” in 2016 and most recently starred as the web-slinger in 2021’s “Spider-Man: No Way Home.”Tom Holland is seen on the set of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” Aug. 3, 2025…

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More than 3,000 pounds of poke sold at Costco stores in 33 states have been recalled, the Food and Drug Administration announced Saturday. The recalled Kirkland Signature brand ahi tuna poke may be contaminated with Listeria, bacteria that can cause serious or life-threatening illness. If you purchased this product, check your fridge and throw it out immediately. The recalled poke, produced by Western United Fish Company dba Annasea Foods Group, can be identified by the following information: Brand: Kirkland SignatureProduct name: Ahi Tuna Wasabi PokeItem number: 17193Sell-by date: Sept. 22, 2025Pack date: Sept. 18, 2025 The recalled poke was sold…

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Getty ImagesUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said the US is “ready to do what is needed” to help stabilise Argentina’s escalating financial turmoil.”All options for stabilization are on the table,” Bessent wrote on social media, calling Argentina a “systematically important US ally in Latin America”. The message helped to calm financial markets, which have been rattled as recent election losses raise doubts about the future of Javier Milei’s cost-cutting, free-market agenda. The value of the peso has been plunging, while investors dump Argentine stocks and bonds.Milei, a libertarian economist and ally of US President Donald Trump, was elected president…

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A wandering elk spotted at dozens of locations across Central Europe this summer has been captured by authorities in Austria and released close to the Czech border.The elk, nicknamed Emil, was tranquilised by Austrian wildlife officials on Monday after straying dangerously close to a motorway near the village of Sattledt, Upper Austria.He was fitted with a GPS tag and released on the Czech-Austrian border, on the edge of the Sumava forest of South Bohemia.It was unclear whether the operation was carried out in co-ordination with the Czech authorities. The Sumava is home to an estimated population of 10-20 elk, and…

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A nutritious, balanced diet rich in fruits can help lower blood pressure and support healthy blood flow. People with hypertension, or high blood pressure, may benefit from adding berries, bananas, watermelon, grapes, kiwis, and other fruits to their meals. These fruits have fiber, vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds that may help lower blood pressure. Bananas are high in potassium, a mineral that can help manage blood pressure. Hazal Ak / Getty Images Bananas have potassium, a mineral that helps control blood pressure. Not getting enough potassium can contribute to high blood pressure over time. The daily recommended amount for…

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! If you rely on an older Android device, whether it’s a phone, tablet or car infotainment unit, you may soon lose access to all the new Waze features. Waze’s latest beta, version 5.9.90 and higher, now requires Android 10 as a minimum, up from the previous requirement of Android 8.This change means that while your device may still run Waze, it will no longer receive updates. That applies to all the navigational improvements, bug fixes and new tools Waze typically rolls out every few months.Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best…

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Both chia seed pudding and overnight oats are easy, nutritious breakfast options that you can prepare the night before. But if bulking up your protein and fiber intake in the morning is your main goal, you may be wondering which breakfast takes the win.  Health spoke to dietitians to find out. Here’s what they had to say. Chia pudding is a simple dish, typically consisting of a quarter cup of chia seeds and one cup of water or milk. When it comes to fiber, these tiny seeds pack a solid dose, with a quarter cup containing about 8 to 10…

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Police say 13 inmates and one prison guard have been killed and another 14 people injured in clashes between rival gangs in a jail in Ecuador.People living near the prison in the southwestern city of Machala reported hearing explosions and shots in the early hours of Monday local time. Police chief William Calle said an unknown number of prisoners had escaped during the incident but 13 have so far been recaptured.Deadly prison clashes and riots are not uncommon in Ecuador, with gangs often targeting members of rival groups.Police blamed members of a criminal gang calling itself Los Lobos Box for…

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A French murder trial that opened Monday has transfixed the public because of the mystery at its core: where is the victim’s body?Cédric Jubillar, a 38 year-old painter-decorator, is accused of killing his wife Delphine nearly five years ago in a fit of jealous rage. He has always denied the charges and, other than circumstantial evidence, investigators have struggled to build a case. There is no body, no blood, no confession, and no witness.With its unexplained central fact and its cast of characters from small-town southern France, the affair has become a social media sensation.Self-declared investigators have set up countless…

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Most people opt for running when they want to get a good calorie-burning workout in. But while running is an excellent workout, other exercises can help you torch just as many, if not more, calories. Health talked to personal trainers about exercises that could potentially burn more calories than running, depending on your body weight, intensity, and duration. Cavan Images / Getty Images Jumping rope burns between 800 and 1,000 calories per hour, Stephen Sheehan, CPT, CNC, a certified personal trainer at Garage Gym Reviews, told Health. “It challenges your full body, improves coordination, and strengthens the calves, shoulders, and…

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