Well: 5 stories you might have missed
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Well
June 30, 2026

Here are some health and wellness stories you might not have seen, curated by Times editors and personalized for you.

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5 Foods That Contain Both Protein and Fiber

It’s challenging to find the two nutrients in a single food, experts say. These categories offer a nice mix.

By Sophie Egan

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Eleni Kalorkoti

Older Adults Are No Longer Staying in ‘Empty Shell’ Marriages

Rates of gray divorce have risen sharply over the past few decades — and experts have a few theories as to why.

By Catherine Pearson

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The Wearable Data Your Doctor Actually Wants

Wearables can offer rough information about a person’s health, experts say, but only some metrics are medically useful.

By Simar Bajaj

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Bianca Bagnarelli

The New old age

Older Adults Turn to ‘Golden Girls’ Housing

A growing network of home-sharing programs is helping people find compatible housemates.

By Paula Span

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Fortunate Joaquin

Are Weight Loss Drugs Also Longevity Drugs?

Experts are intrigued by the theory. Here’s what early research suggests.

By Dana G. Smith

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