Minute Media

House Republicans say Liz Cheney should be investigated over Jan. 6 committee work

WASHINGTON — A Republican chairman said Tuesday that the FBI should investigate former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo., over her involvement in the probe from the last Congress of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol. “Based on the evidence obtained by this Subcommittee, numerous federal laws were likely broken by Liz Cheney, the former […]

Standing at Work Linked to Worse Blood Pressure

For years, we’ve been told that “sitting is the new smoking”—but new research shows that standing could take a toll on our health, too. A new study, published last month in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, found that standing at work for extended periods of time had a negative impact on participants’ blood […]

How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Hurt Your Muscle Health—Even If You Work Out

A diet rich in ultra-processed foods has been linked with a host of health issues, including the risk of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Now, a new study has found that routinely consuming these items could affect another aspect of health: muscle quality.  The research, presented Dec. 4 at the ​​Radiological Society […]

Fasting for Blood Work: Instructions and Tips

Fasting for blood work is a common requirement. Fasting requires not eating food or drinking certain beverages for a specified period, typically 8-12 hours, before the test. Preparing for fasting involves understanding the instructions, following those instructions carefully, and using strategies to make the fasting period manageable. Blood work is used to diagnose or screen […]

Zinc for Colds: How Does It Work?

The common cold is, well, common. Most adults experience an average of 2-3 colds yearly. When experiencing uncomfortable cold symptoms like stuffy nose, sore throat, headache, mild body aches, sneezing, and coughing, you may turn to over-the-counter (OTC) medications and natural remedies for much-needed relief.  While there is no cure for the common cold, evidence […]