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Listeria and salmonella found in ice cream manufacturing facilities after recalls, FDA reports

After a series of recalls, an investigation into safety issues at US ice cream makers forced one manufacturer to cease operations and resulted in three voluntary recalls, the US Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.

US measles outbreak is largest since disease was declared eliminated in 2000

Measles cases in the United States have surpassed the highest number on record since the disease was declared eliminated nationwide in 2000.

Most Americans want lower health care costs, not 'Medicare for All' or Obamacare repeal

Washington may be obsessed with enacting "Medicare for All" or repealing Obamacare, but Americans have other priorities.

Lovell’s Food for Thought – Implicit Bias, Silent Racism and its Impact on Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome

The compound impact of Implicit Bias, Silent Racism and Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome on the overall health of this nation. Like never removing the rotten apples at the bottom of the barrel and wondering why new ones are spoiled. Think …

What parents should know if their autistic child suffers from constipation and irritability

About 1 in 59 children in the U.S. has been identified1 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Most of these children also have chronic digestive issues2 – including constipation and leaky gut – because their good gut bacteria (probiotics) are out …

Oprah Winfrey will not spend money on avocados

Oprah Winfrey's avocado toast is not like yours.

Teen cancer patients prepare for an exciting night at annual Prom Party Palooza

The University of Texas MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital joins Peli Peli Restaurants, the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE), Sunshine Kids Foundation and a host of other local businesses for the fourth annual Prom Party Palooza, 6-9 p.m. …

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Too Much Seafood

Eating seafood that has been tainted with mercury is one of the most common ways humans accumulate mercury in their bodies. The mercury in seafood is a highly poisonous form of the metal called methylmercury, which forms when mercury dissolves …

Why Carl's Jr. Is Testing Out a CBD Burger

Carl's Jr. is testing out a cannabis burger to stay at the forefront of the CBD trend.

Michigan measles outbreak linked to outbreak in New York

Michigan health officials confirmed the measles outbreak in Oakland County is linked to the ongoing outbreak in New York.

Three Texas Bills Mean Better Health for Black Mothers

Three bills under consideration at the Texas Legislature would help Texas make great strides in reducing maternal health disparity by extending Medicaid benefits for a full year, supporting doula programs and requiring a curriculum on implicit bias and systemic inequities …

Create a Sweet Easter Treat

This Easter, satisfy guests of all ages with festive cupcakes modeled after the Easter bunny.

Houston Black Restaurant Week Set to Kick Off On April 14

It's that time of the year again! Houston's Black Restaurant Week will be in full effect for two weeks from April 14 through April 28 this year. This will be the fourth annual culinary fest where Houstonians will celebrate the …

Prince Harry and Oprah Are Making a Documentary Series About Mental Health

Britain's Prince Harry is collaborating with Oprah Winfrey on a new television series tackling the issue of mental health. The multi-part documentary series, which will air on the Apple TV platform in 2020, was co-created and produced by the Duke …

Suffering From Allergies? Here’s a Quick & Easy Natural Solution

Now that the winter is clearing and spring is here, the possibility of allergies and inflammation become more present. BUT there may be a simple and natural way to help alleviate these annoyances, the mushroom.