In this week’s Health newsletter: What do colostrum supplements—aka “liquid gold”—really do for the body? Plus, the habit that can help you live longer, how steroid use became more widespread, and the biggest misconceptions about HPV. 

But first: Our attention span is shrinking. Here is how you can get it back. 

Researchers have found that the average time people stay focused on a single task has dropped significantly in the past two decades. But scientists who study attention say the trend is reversible. With targeted strategies and training, the brain’s capacity to focus can be strengthened again.

Marketed as “liquid gold” for gut and immune health, colostrum plays a critical role in infancy—but research suggests adults may see far fewer benefits.

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