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Bird Flu Hits McDonald’s Breakfasts in Australia

Good luck getting a late-morning McMuffin in Australia. McDonald’s has cut breakfast service timings by 1-1/2 hours, the company said, after a shortage of eggs caused by bird flu outbreaks that have led to the slaughter of about 1.5 million chickens. “Like many retailers, we… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on July 2, 2024

Slow Running Better for Health

It sounds like an oxymoron, but scientists say that slow running is healthier than an all-out sprint. In fact, researchers found that people who are classified as light to moderate joggers had lower mortality rates than strenuous runners or those who didn’t run at all. The… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on July 1, 2024

Eating Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Earlier Death

People who eat more ultra-processed foods are more likely to suffer an early death, particularly from heart disease or diabetes, a new study warns. Older adults who consume higher amounts of ultra-processed foods are about 10% more likely to die than those who eat less… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on July 1, 2024