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As the Keto Diet Gains Popularity, Scientists Explain What We Do and Don’t Know
As the low-carbohydrate, high-fat ketogenic, or “keto,” diet becomes more popular, scientists at UCSF are among those working to study its potential health benefits and risks.
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UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals will ‘Be Gold’ in September for Pediatric Cancer Awareness
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals are part of a nationwide campaign to shine a spotlight on childhood cancer during Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month in September—with the color gold as the campaign’s symbol.
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Happy birthday, Ted Williams! Our nine favorite stats about No. 9
The Boston Red Sox legend would have turned 100 years old today. His legacy will live on forever.
Gaffe by pinch-running pitcher haunts Phillies
Pinch-running pitcher Vince Velasquez was called out for leaving second base early while tagging up, resulting in a game-ending double play that gave the Nationals a 5-4 win over the Phillies on Tuesday.
Real or not? Late-game failures add to Phillies' fade
A game-ending baserunning blunder on top of another bullpen implosion might signal the end of the NL East race.
The inside story of how the Cubs landed Daniel Murphy
Chicago hasn't lost a game since acquiring Murphy from the Nationals via a waiver deal. How did the exact hitter the Cubs needed fall into their laps?
Judge says he may return before wrist fully heals
Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge said Tuesday that he hopes to return to the lineup before the chip fracture in his right wrist fully heals. Judge isn't sure when that may be, however, as the wrist is still sensitive to the touch due to the fracture.
Dodgers' Jansen off medication after bad outings
Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen said he is no longer taking heart medication that left him feeling like he was "sleepwalking" and contributed to a series of bad outings last week.
What did the NL's top Cy Young contenders do to help their cases?
Three of the most likely contenders for the National League's top pitching prize took the hill Tuesday.
J.D. Martinez 'didn't mean any harm' by IG post
Red Sox slugger J.D. Martinez told reporters Tuesday he "had no intent to offend anyone" with his 2013 Instagram post that advocated for gun rights via a quote that has been falsely attributed to Adolf Hitler.
Clip and save: Servais gets haircut like M's closer
With his 50th save of the season, Mariners closer Edwin Diaz won his bet with Scott Servais, forcing the manager to get his hair cut Tuesday like that of his star reliever.
Flowers, Braves have $4M deal for next season
Tyler Flowers has agreed to a $4 million contract with the Braves for next season.
Cards remove interim tag, name Shildt manager
The St. Louis Cardinals have removed the interim tag and named Mike Shildt the team's new manager.
Mets 3B Wright promoted to Triple-A Las Vegas
The New York Mets have promoted third baseman David Wright to Triple-A Las Vegas to continue his rehab.
Bautista on move again, from Mets to Phillies
The Phillies acquired Jose Bautista from the Mets on Tuesday after claiming him on waivers.
The biggest MLB surprises and disappointments of 2018
From breakout sluggers and sensational teenagers to outfield no-shows and historically bad teams, here are the unexpected performances that have shaped the season.
A's Manaea to visit specialist for second opinion
A's pitcher Sean Manaea, who had an MRI on his injured shoulder Monday, will see specialist Dr. Neal ElAttrache for a second opinion.
Kyler Murray wants it all
Replacing Baker Mayfield. Balancing an OU playoff push with a future MLB career. Doing so in the shadow of his father's abbreviated pro career. Nothing fazes Kyler Murray.
From 6-4-3 to 1-2-3: Ranking the 17 types of double plays
Not all twin killings are created equal. We separate the stellar from the stale.
Ohtani thinks he can pitch again this season
Shohei Ohtani believes he can pitch for the Los Angeles Angels again this season after a simulated game went well.