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'Proteinflation': Meet the people paying up to £100 for a bag of protein

Protein supplement prices have surged, with whey protein costs up over 130% year-over-year in Europe, driven by increased demand from new consumer groups and weight-loss drug users. Consumers report significant price increases, leading some to ration products or switch brands, while manufacturers adapt recipes and seek cheaper alternatives. Early signs suggest wholesale prices are stabilizing but remain elevated.

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Acting Navy Secretary says eight sailors on USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide

Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao told Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand that eight sailors assigned to the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide during an extended Middle East deployment that included operations against Iran. Cao's letter also addressed living conditions, food supply and mental health resources aboard the carrier amid congressional scrutiny.

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Can toothpaste with 'good' bacteria prevent fillings?

A health consumer article examines whether oral probiotic products and specialty toothpastes can support the oral microbiome and help prevent dental problems. It reviews several products with a dentist's expert verdict and ratings, while noting limits in the evidence base.

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Could eating wheatgerm supercharge your flu jab?

A small German study found that daily spermidine supplements improved markers of vaccine response in adults over 65, possibly by slowing immune aging. The article explains dietary sources such as wheatgerm and aged cheese, while a researcher says it is unclear whether normal diets provide enough spermidine to have the same effect.

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Health officials warn of measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport

Health officials warned of a measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport after an infected traveler passed through several terminals, the second recent exposure in the city. The article notes falling vaccination rates and rising measles cases in Pennsylvania and the U.S., while quoting officials urging people to check their vaccination status.

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