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In January 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued cervical cancer screening guidelines that, for the first time, include an option for women to perform an at-home human papillomavirus (HPV) test. HPV causes about 95% of cervical cancers.

Resistant starch causes smaller blood sugar spikes than regular starches, and feeds beneficial gut bacteria. You can increase the resistant starch content of starchy foods by cooking and chilling them, though overall diet quality matters more to blood sugar control than this trick alone.

While protein is essential to help prevent muscle loss as you age, other nutrients matter, too. Carbohydrates, magnesium, iron, omega-3 fats, and vitamin D work together to support muscle function and prevent muscle breakdown. Getting enough water is also essential for muscle performance and function.