Gain-of-function research became controversial during the COVID-19 pandemic. But without it, “we’re just flying in the dark” when it comes to H5N1, said Felicia Goodrum, a molecular virologist at the ...

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Seeing extra pounds creep up on the scale or barely squeezing into a pair of lose pants can feel frustrating, especially if you're following a healthy lifestyle. So what gives? The truth is that ...

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WE'VE ALL BEEN there—you've been working your butt off both in the gym and the kitchen over the last few months to lose some weight. It's been working, too. You're thrilled to see progress towards the ...

Menopause and weight gain: Do they always go hand in hand? It may seem so, especially because gaining weight is common after menopause. About 30% of women aged 50-59 are not just overweight — they ...

The best foods for weight gain usually contain plant and animal protein, fats and oils, complex carbohydrates, and dairy products made with whole milk. What you should eat, however, depends on your ...

Enjoy the holiday season with these 20 simple, science-backed tips to help you stick to your health goals and avoid unwanted weight gain. Holiday weight gain is a common concern for many adults.

Gain-of-function research rarely garners the attention of the masses, but the pandemic thrust the controversial research into the spotlight and some have used it to point to the Wuhan Institute of ...

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The antidepressant medication Lexapro has been linked to weight gain. A recent study links antidepressants to weight changes. Doctors say there are a few things you can do if you gain weight on an ...