Global consumers want more protein in every bite, but the dairy industry is struggling to give it to them. Athletes and older adults have long used smoothies and shakes blended with whey protein concentrate — a powdered byproduct of cheese-making — to build or maintain muscle. More ...

Q. A doctor prescribed high-dose verapamil daily to prevent horrible cluster headaches. I've been taking it for the last eight years with great success but some undesirable side effects. Another option would be very welcome. Several years ago, one of my sisters sent me an article you wrote ...

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DEAR ANNIE: It has been six years since our youngest daughter, “Emily,” has been close to us. The problem started when our oldest daughter and her cousin were in the kitchen talking about Emily when Emily walked by. She obviously was concerned that they were talking about her. We were ...

DEAR HELOISE: I have a suggestion for donations to food pantries. I usually donate nonfood necessities such as toilet paper, trial sizes or small sizes of shampoo, laundry detergent, feminine supplies, toothpaste and more. Many people who use food pantries are living out of a backpack, so small ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter’s going through a manic psychotic break. Her reality is skewed, and she thinks that she’s right and that the rest of us are out of touch. It’s taking a toll on our family. How can I get through to her to seek professional help? — B.C. ANSWER: ...