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Purdue Pharma to Pay $7.4B in OxyContin Settlement

Members of the family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, and the company itself, agreed to pay up to $7.4 billion in a new settlement to lawsuits over the toll of the powerful prescription painkiller, the attorneys general from several states announced Thursday. The… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on January 23, 2025

How Sparkling Water May Help You Lose Weight

Chalk up a partial win for health influencers who tout the slimming benefits of sparkling waters. New research out of Japan affirms that carbonated water may, indeed, promote weight loss by lowering blood sugar levels, allowing cells to burn fat between meals for energy more… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, […]

Published on January 23, 2025

Exercising Outdoors When Air Quality Is Poor

Knowing how to exercise safely when air quality is bad is important for your overall health. The strategies presented here will help you make informed… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in […]

Published on January 23, 2025