Health Highlights: Oct. 12, 2022​

A teen girl's diet could impact her odds for menstrual pain. New research suggests that foods high in omega-6 fatty acids promoted inflammation, a key culprit in menstrual pain, whereas a diet high in foods with omega-3 fatty acids reduced inflammation. Read more

Influential expert panel recommends screening for anxiety in kids aged 8 and older. Kids ages 12 and up should also be screened for depression, the independent U.S. Preventive Services Task Force force advised on Tuesday. Read more

Your e-bike is no match for real biking. People riding e-bikes are 44% less likely to reach weekly targets for physical activity than those on regular bicycles, according to a new report. Read more