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From sulphur to selenium, calcium to copper, here’s what your body’s made of – and why it matters

In my youth, I spent an unreasonable amount of time questioning why A-level chemistry was a prerequisite for medical school. Why was it as essential as biology? Why did I need to learn about electrons and entropy? The penny finally dropped when my rather brilliant teachers turned my attention towards…

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8 Foods That Secretly Raise Your Blood Pressure Overnight

You went to bed feeling fine, but you woke up with a headache and a feeling of puffiness you just can’t shake. While many factors contribute to high blood pressure, what you eat for dinner or as a late-night snack can have a surprisingly immediate impact. Many seemingly harmless meals…

Budget and the Bees

Cut back on these two things to meet blood pressure guidelines

High blood pressure can lead to a life-threatening heart attack or stroke

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Why Microwaveable Meals Are on Watchlists This Year

Microwaveable meals are the ultimate convenience food, but growing health concerns have put them on a watchlist for many consumers and safety experts in 2025. While the focus in the past was on their high sodium and preservative content, the new concerns are centered on the packaging itself and the…

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Man Poisons Himself After Following ChatGPT's Dietary Advice: 5 Other AI Horror Cases That You Must Know

Following ChatGPT's advice, the US man replaced table salt with sodium bromide, leading to bromide toxicity.

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8 Snack Labels That Mislead About Health Benefits

Walk down any grocery store snack aisle, and you’ll find products proudly displaying labels like “natural,” “low-fat,” or “made with real fruit.” These claims sound reassuring, but they don’t always tell the full story. In reality, some so-called healthy snacks are packed with sugar, sodium, or artificial additives that can…

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Man develops rare condition after ChatGPT query over stopping eating salt

US medical journal article about 60-year-old with bromism warns against using AI app for health information

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A man gave himself an ailment rarely seen in the last hundred years after consulting ChatGPT on how to cut down on salt in his diet

Lucky doctor gets to cross a diagnosis of "bromism" off the bingo card.

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Man sought diet advice from ChatGPT and ended up with 'bromide intoxication'

A case report describes an incident in which a man seeking to make a dietary change consulted ChatGPT and later developed "bromism," a rare "toxidrome."

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A man asked ChatGPT how to remove sodium chloride from his diet. It landed him in the hospital

The man had been swapping sodium chloride, or table salt, for sodium bromide for three months after consulting ChatGPT

The Independent UK

Instant noodles are quick and cheap. But here’s what they’re doing to your health

Noodles definitely have a place in busy lives and diverse kitchens, but with a few simple tweaks

The Independent UK

Can I eat instant noodles every day? What does it do to my health?

Instant noodles are cheap, quick and comforting – often a go-to snack or meal for students, busy workers, families and anyone trying to stretch their grocery budget.

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Kidney Stones: Modern Diagnosis and Prevention Strategies

Kidney stone disease has been on the rise in recent decades, affecting both men and women of various ages. Sedentary lifestyle, obesity, and a diet rich in ultra-processed foods and sodium are major contributors to this scenario. Recurrence is common, and without proper guidance, many patients experience multiple episodes throughout…

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9 Bakery Items That Contain More Salt Than You Think

When we think about salty foods, our minds usually jump to things like potato chips, pretzels, and processed meats. We rarely suspect the sweet and savory treats in the bakery section of being major sodium culprits. However, salt is a crucial ingredient in baking that does more than just add…

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9 Fast-Food Items That Nutritionists Secretly Say Are Worse Than Cigarettes

Fast food is everywhere. It’s quick, cheap, and sometimes feels like the only option when you’re busy. But some fast-food items are so loaded with unhealthy ingredients that nutritionists quietly warn they might be even worse for your health than cigarettes. That’s a bold claim, but it’s not just about…

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10 “Healthy” Frozen Dinners With Shockingly High Sodium Levels

Frozen dinners have come a long way from the TV trays of the past. These days, many are marketed as “healthy,” “lean,” or “low calorie,” making them sound like smart choices for busy people trying to eat well. But what those labels don’t always mention is just how much salt…

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6 Lunch Meats That Nutritionists Say Are Still Problematic

Lunch meats might seem like a quick and easy option for sandwiches, wraps, or snack boards—but not all deli slices are created equal. While some brands now offer “natural” or “nitrate-free” labels, many of these meats are still loaded with sodium, preservatives, and questionable ingredients. According to registered dietitians and…

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From ‘MMS’ to ‘aerobic oxygen’, why drinking bleach has become a dangerous wellness trend

If something online promises to cure everything, it’s probably too good to be true. One of the most dangerous examples? Chlorine dioxide is often marketed under names like “Miracle Mineral Solution (MMS)” or “aerobic oxygen”, buzzwords that hint at health and vitality.

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Evening Standard

Are you craving crisps all the time? This could be the reason why

Watch out for the surprising signs of dehydration this summer, says nutritionist Louise Pyne

The Independent UK

I travelled to the Guérande salt marshes to investigate the health benefits of Celtic sea salt

These precious crystals contain trace minerals and they’ve been sourced the same way for centuries

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10 Gas Station Foods That Are Linked to Health Warnings

Gas stations offer quick, convenient food options for people on the go, but that convenience often comes at a steep nutritional price. Many of the most popular gas station snacks and meals are ultra-processed and loaded with ingredients that health organizations warn against. These foods frequently contain excessive sodium, unhealthy…

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6 FDA Policies That Have Never Been Updated Since the ’70s

The Food and Drug Administration has long stood as one of the most influential regulators in the United States, wielding enormous power over what people eat, drink, and use for medicine. Yet beneath the surface of modern scientific breakthroughs and ever-evolving technology lies a startling reality: some of the policies…

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How much salt is OK in drinking water? Without limits, Australia’s health gap widens in remote and regional areas

Most Australians consume far too much sodium, mostly in the form of salt (sodium chloride) in the food they eat.

LiveScience

A dangerous condition that can cause seizures, coma and death could rise dramatically as the climate warms

Researchers are uncovering a link between rising temperatures and hyponatremia, a condition caused by a dangerous decline in sodium in the body.

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TV dinners offer the ultimate convenience, promising a hot, full meal in just a few minutes. Many of us grew up on these frozen staples, and brands like Hungry-Man and Stouffer’s still occupy a huge space in the freezer aisle. However, as our understanding of nutrition evolves, many of these…

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