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Researchers from Mass General Brigham conducted a new study examining whether five widely followed diets could help prevent chronic constipation in middle- and older-age adults.

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Experts from around the world are raising alarms about the rapid global rise of ultra-processed foods, warning that UPFs are reshaping diets and driving a surge in chronic health problems.

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Mr. Means has assailed American agriculture firms and claimed pesticides and the Roundup weed-killer are increasing chronic illness.

Researchers are studying whether Covid-19 infections might accelerate autoimmunity, and whether chronic stress, certain prescription drugs or long-term exposure to “forever chemicals” in water and packaging might contribute.

A student struggling with chronic absences could receive help with transportation, while another could sign up for sessions with a medical or mental health provider to address health issues.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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