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10/21/25 - #504
Health Horizon. Herald Staff
October 21, 2025
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Good morning. In today’s edition:
States to End Nutrition Education Programs After Trump Cuts
This Simple Diet Swap Could Help You Lose Weight Without Trying, Study Claims (Replacing Some of the Sausages, Beef, and Bacon in Your Diet With Legumes)
Doctors Still Recommend Tylenol for Fevers, Pain in Pregnancy, Say Trump's "Tough It Out" Comment Could Be Harmful
Women Carry a Higher Genetic Risk of Depression, New Study Says | Researchers in Australia Find 16 Genetic Variants Linked to Depression in Women but Only Eight in Men
…and lots more. Have a great day!
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FOOD & NUTRITION
States to End Nutrition Education Programs After Trump Cuts
Some states are shutting down their nutrition education programs after budget cuts by the Trump administration. These programs, often paid for by the federal government, help people learn how to eat healthy, shop smart, and manage health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure.
The programs are usually part of SNAP-Ed, which works with people who use food stamps. Without enough funding, many states say they can’t keep these programs going. That means fewer classes, workshops, and one-on-one help to guide people on better food choices.
Adults over 45 may be affected the most. Many of them use these programs to stay healthy as they age. Without the help, it may be harder to manage health conditions and avoid illness—especially for people with low incomes.
Some states are trying to find other money to keep the programs running, but experts say it likely won’t be enough. Health leaders warn that cutting these programs could lead to worse health and more people needing expensive medical care.
While the debate continues in Washington, people are being encouraged to find help through local clinics, food banks, or trusted online sources. But many are worried. They say losing these programs will make it harder for people to learn how to stay healthy.
“This article is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before making changes to your health, diet, or lifestyle.”
WEIGHT LOSS
This Simple Diet Swap Could Help You Lose Weight Without Trying, Study Claims (Replacing Some of the Sausages, Beef, and Bacon in Your Diet With Legumes)
A new study from the University of Helsinki suggests that losing weight may be as easy as swapping out some of the red and processed meats in your diet for legumes like peas and beans.
In the study, 51 men aged 20 to 65 were asked to reduce their intake of red and processed meats—like sausage, beef, and bacon—to just 200 grams a week. At the same time, they increased their intake of legumes, which made up 20% of their total protein. They were not asked to count calories or eat less food overall.
After just six weeks, the men lost an average of 2.2 pounds. They also saw improvements in cholesterol and iron levels—despite eating less red meat, which is known for being high in iron.
The diet change was simple and well-liked. Only one person dropped out of the study.
By comparison, a second group of men who continued eating more red and processed meats without legumes lost just 0.6 pounds and didn’t see the same health benefits.
The lead researcher, Prof. Anne-Maria Pajari, called the results surprising and encouraging. She says small changes—like swapping meat for plant-based proteins—can improve health and support a more sustainable diet.
“This is something every man could do,” she said. “Even a small shift can make a big difference.”
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Always talk to your doctor before making major diet changes.
HEALTH
Doctors Still Recommend Tylenol for Fevers, Pain in Pregnancy, Say Trump's "Tough It Out" Comment Could Be Harmful
Doctors are warning against recent comments from former President Trump. He told pregnant women to “tough it out” and avoid taking Tylenol for pain or fever. But experts say that advice could be harmful.
Tylenol (also called acetaminophen) is often used during pregnancy. It helps lower fever and reduce pain. While doctors agree it should only be used when needed, it’s still the safest option for most pregnant women.
Trump claimed Tylenol might raise the risk of autism. But experts say there’s no proof of that. In fact, a large study of 2.5 million pregnancies found no link between Tylenol and autism.
Doctors warn that fevers during pregnancy—especially early on—can hurt the baby’s development. Fevers have been linked to heart, brain, and facial problems in babies. That’s why many doctors say lowering a fever with Tylenol is safer than doing nothing.
They also worry that women might use other painkillers like ibuprofen or aspirin instead. Those drugs can be dangerous during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester.
Experts from the U.S. and Europe continue to recommend Tylenol as the best over-the-counter choice for pregnant women. Doctors say it should only be taken when needed, and at the correct dose.
If you’re pregnant and have a fever over 100.4°F or strong pain, talk to your doctor. Tylenol may still be the safest option.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only and is not medical advice. Always check with your doctor before taking any medicine.
Women Carry a Higher Genetic Risk of Depression, New Study Says | Researchers in Australia Find 16 Genetic Variants Linked to Depression in Women but Only Eight in Men
A large new study from Australia shows that women may have a higher genetic risk of depression than men.
Researchers looked at the DNA of over 350,000 people from five countries. They found 16 genetic changes linked to depression in women, but only 8 in men. These changes may help explain why women are almost twice as likely to suffer from depression during their lifetime.
Dr. Jodi Thomas, one of the lead researchers, said these genes might also explain why women with depression are more likely to have weight changes and low energy. These are called metabolic symptoms and seem to be more common in women with depression than in men.
The study also looked at social and environmental causes, such as stress, abuse, or under-diagnosis in men, but it focused mostly on genetic differences.
Experts say this research helps us understand how depression works differently in men and women. In the future, it may lead to treatments that are better suited to each sex.
Still, the study had limits. Most of the people in the study were of European descent, so results may not apply to everyone. Also, there were twice as many women with depression in the study as men, though researchers checked to make sure this didn’t skew the results.
Understanding both genetic and social factors could help doctors treat depression more effectively.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about depression.
✢ A Note From Hem Hero
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