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An ultra-processed diet made this doctor sick. Now he's studying why

An ultra-processed diet made this doctor sick. Now he's studying why

A diet composed of 80 percent ultra-processed foods led one British doctor to gain weight and feel unwell. Now, he's trying to nail down the health effects of this type of diet, which many Americans eat.
by Allison Aubrey

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Minnesota cops on guard for ‘high way’ drivers in new marijuana era

Minnesota cops on guard for ‘high way’ drivers in new marijuana era

When recreational marijuana becomes legal in Minnesota next week, law enforcement agencies expect an uptick in use. Officers are stressing that driving high could result in a DWI – and possibly endanger others on the road.
by Brian Bakst

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Buying time, cities temporarily ban cannabis sales

Buying time, cities temporarily ban cannabis sales

Marijuana isn’t legal in Minnesota quite yet but communities around the state are already pumping the brakes on retail cannabis sales as they await details on state licensing.
by Catharine Richert

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There's a way to get healthier without even going to a gym. It's called NEAT

There's a way to get healthier without even going to a gym. It's called NEAT

All those daily activities we'd rather avoid — taking the stairs, cleaning the house etc. — have a big metabolic payoff. Non-exercise activity thermogenesis can help manage weight and boost health.
by Will Stone

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Minneapolis mayor says police will look the other way on some psychedelic drugs

Minneapolis mayor says police will look the other way on some psychedelic drugs

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Friday signed an executive order directing the city’s police department and other agencies to deprioritize investigating or arresting people for using certain psychoactive plants, such as psilocybin mushrooms.
by MPR News Staff

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'Hi, Doc!' DM'ing the doctor could cost you (or your insurance plan)

'Hi, Doc!' DM'ing the doctor could cost you (or your insurance plan)

Virtual access to doctors is a huge plus for patients. But it's a lot of new work for physicians. And the health care business model hasn't caught up with this new reality.
by Yuki Noguchi

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