04.05.25

Welcome to your weekly roundup on living well, made simple.

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Artificial sweetener found in diet drinks linked to brain changes that increase appetite, study finds

Sucralose, an artificial sweetener that’s often found in low- and no-calorie sweeteners and diet drinks, boosted feelings of hunger instead of curbing appetite, a large new study found.

Whole milk: Why lawmakers want it back in schools

As Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and several lawmakers push to return whole milk to US schools, experts weigh in on the science behind milk and children’s health.

Alzheimer’s risk rises when amount of deep sleep falls, study suggests

Not getting enough of the deeper stages of sleep raises the risk of brain deterioration associated with Alzheimer’s disease, a new study finds.

Adults can sleep with stuffed animals, too. It might even be a good thing, experts say

Many people had a favorite stuffed animal as a child, and many more than you think might still have one. Experts explain why they could be beneficial for your sleep.

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta: How to rewire your brain at any age

Despite previous thinking, we now know your brain has an incredible ability to rewire itself throughout your life. CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how new experiences create new connections and keep your mind sharp and adaptable.

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