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Does eating too much fruit increase blood sugar levels and cause type 2 diabetes? Here’s what you need to know |

Does eating too much fruit increase blood sugar levels and cause type 2 diabetes? Here’s what you need to know |

Fruit is widely recognised as an important part of a healthy diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. However, because fruit contains natural sugars such as fructose, some people worry that eating too much fruit might raise blood sugar levels and increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This concern is common, especially for those managing or trying …

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Can fatty liver increase cancer risk? Know the signs and how to prevent it |

Can fatty liver increase cancer risk? Know the signs and how to prevent it |

Fatty liver disease—now known in medical terms as metabolic dysfunction‑associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)—is on the rise, especially among people who are overweight, diabetic, or have metabolic syndrome. While early stages may appear harmless or even symptomless, experts warn that if left untreated, fatty liver can progress to metabolic dysfunction‑associated steatohepatitis (MASH)—a more serious condition involving inflammation and liver damage. …

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Increase in West Nile Virus in 7 Minnesota counties

Increase in West Nile Virus in 7 Minnesota counties

Following tests on mosquitoes for West Nile Virus, the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District reported that virus activity is increasing, earlier than usual. The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) said Culex tarsalis, the mosquito species most responsible for transmitting WNV to humans, was active in some of the highest numbers ever recorded by the organization. The MMCD lab tested 133 mosquito pools …

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8 Habits That May Increase Your Dementia Risk

8 Habits That May Increase Your Dementia Risk

As folks grow older, many health fears come to mind. But one in particular tends to really worry folks. “One of the most consuming fears of older adults [is] that they might lose their memory and become a burden to others,” said Dr. James Ellison, a psychiatrist at Jefferson Health in Philadelphia. The specific type of memory loss that’s a …

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Hershey’s announces double-digit price increase due to global cocoa shortage

Hershey’s announces double-digit price increase due to global cocoa shortage

The cost of your favorite chocolate candy bar could be on the rise as the nation’s largest chocolatier confirmed Tuesday it is raising prices soon. The Hershey Company says its chocolate products will see a “low double-digit” price increase in the coming weeks due to the rising cost of cocoa around the world, CBS News reports. The price change will …

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Galaxy Z Fold 7 display rated for 500,000 folds, 150% increase

Galaxy Z Fold 7 display rated for 500,000 folds, 150% increase

Samsung has been making big promises around the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s improved durability, but perhaps one of the biggest upgrades comes in the display which, according to Samsung, is now rated for 500,000 folds. Nearly every Galaxy foldable to date has been rated at 200,000 folds, giving devices an estimated lifespan of around five years assuming 100 folds per …

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Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 & Dimensity 9500 Prices Might Not Increase By Much, Allowing Various Smartphone Makers To Have Some Flexibility In Maintaining Their Flagships’ Margins

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 & Dimensity 9500 Prices Might Not Increase By Much, Allowing Various Smartphone Makers To Have Some Flexibility In Maintaining Their Flagships’ Margins

Qualcomm and MediaTek are expected to remain on TSMC’s 3nm process, though both companies have likely transitioned to the slightly improved ‘N3P’ node, which delivers better performance and efficiency over the older ‘N3E’ node. While a transition to the new 2nm technology should result in a chipset price hike, a tipster states that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and …

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Google Nest Aware getting a price increase in August 

Google Nest Aware getting a price increase in August 

Following the last increase in 2023, Google is raising the price of Nest Aware in the US next month. This is according to an email sent out to existing subscribers today. The entry Nest Aware subscription now costs $10 per month or $100 annually ($20 savings). This gives you 30 days of event-based video history. It was previously $8/month and …

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Latest US inflation report shows a pullback in travel spending and an increase in the cost of goods

Latest US inflation report shows a pullback in travel spending and an increase in the cost of goods

CNN  —  US wholesale inflation was muted in June, presenting what would seem to be a better-than-expected outcome amid President Donald Trump’s hefty tariffs on global trading partners. However, a steep drop-off in travel and other services camouflaged an increase in the cost of goods. The Producer Price Index, which measures the average change in prices paid to producers, was …

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