Amber Brenza

New York

Associate Editorial Director at Health

associate editorial director, news @health_com_ | [email protected] | NASM-CPT | she/her

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Robin Roberts and Ginger Zee on Running the 'GMA' 5K and the Power of Movement

1 day ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

GMAOn Wednesday, May 14, "GMA’s" first 5K will encourage viewers nationwide to get moving. Robin Roberts and Ginger Zee, who are running the 5K, told Health how running supports their health and well-being. Everyone is encouraged to join the "GMA" 5K—no matter where you run, who you run with, or how fast you go. On Wednesday, "Good Morning America" will host its first 5K run—the "GMA" 5K—to motivate viewers everywhere to move together.
75,000+ Cases of Eye Care Products Recalled Nationwide

2 days ago | health.com | Amber Brenza |Jenna Anderson

megaflopp / Getty Images75,000+ eye care products have been recalled over possible sterility issues. Five AvKARE products sold nationwide were affected. The FDA warns that there is a low risk of temporary health effects if the eye drops are used. Check your medicine cabinets: More than 75,000 cases of eye care products have been recalled nationwide due to potential manufacturing issues that could affect product sterility.
FDA: Dozens of Ready-to-Eat Foods Recalled in Connection to Listeria Outbreak

2 days ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

monticelllo / Getty ImagesDozens of ready-to-eat foods are being recalled due to potential Listeria contamination. The items, produced by Fresh & Ready Foods, were connected to a Listeria outbreak in two states. Check your fridge for the recalled products, throw them away, and monitor for signs of Listeria infection. The Food and Drug Administration has tracked down the source of a Listeria outbreak: ready-to-eat foods.
Recall Roundup: Beans and Tomatoes Pulled From Shelves This Week

5 days ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

Israel Sebastian / Getty Images / HealthThere were two major food recalls in the week of May 5, 2025. Canned beans were recalled over an undeclared allergen, and tomatoes were impacted due to possible Salmonella contamination. Do not eat these products, and toss or return them instead. The week of May 5, 2025, saw major recalls of two kitchen staples. Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans, inspired by the hit TV series, have been recalled in 23 states due to an undeclared allergen.
FDA: Tomatoes Recalled in These 3 States Over Salmonella Concerns-What to Know

1 week ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

Oscar Wong / Getty ImagesTomatoes from Williams Farms Repack LLC have been recalled in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The tomatoes may be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause foodborne illness. If you have the recalled tomatoes, do not consume them—return them or throw them away. Produce recall alert: Tomatoes have been recalled in three U.S. states, the FDA announced Friday.
Recall Roundup: Bread, Oats, and More Pulled From Shelves This Week

1 week ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

Jelena Stanojkovic / Getty ImagesThe week of April 28, 2025, saw four major food recalls. Products were pulled from shelves over undeclared allergens and foreign material contamination. Check your kitchen for these foods, and discard or return them. There were four major recalls for the week of April 28, 2025, including one from a popular grocery store chain. Trader Joe's Sesame Miso Salads with Salmon were pulled from shelves in 18 states over undeclared milk.
Boosting Potassium, Not Just Cutting Sodium, May Be the Best Way to Lower Blood Pressure

1 week ago | health.com | Alisa Hrustic |Amber Brenza |Nick Blackmer

AlexPro9500 / Getty ImagesBoosting potassium may lower blood pressure more effectively than cutting sodium alone, Potassium helps by relaxing blood vessels and assisting the kidneys in flushing out excess sodium. Good sources of potassium include bananas, lentils, potatoes, spinach, salmon, and yogurt. Adding more potassium to your diet could be an easier, more effective way to lower blood pressure than cutting salt alone, new research finds.
63,000 Pounds of Oats Recalled Over Safety Concerns, FDA Warns

2 weeks ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

Arx0nt / Getty ImagesOver 63,000 pounds of Grain Millers rolled oats were recalled due to plastic contamination. The affected oats were sold in bulk in California and Indiana. Consumers should check their pantries and avoid eating potentially contaminated oats. If you buy oats in bulk, check your pantry. Grain Millers, a major supplier of oats, has recalled more than 63,000 pounds of rolled oats due to foreign object contamination—specifically plastic pieces.
Recall Roundup: Apple Juice, Coffee Creamer, and More Pulled From Shelves This Week

2 weeks ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza

This week, there were five major food recalls. The products were recalled for pathogen exposure, foreign object contamination, and an undeclared allergen. If you have these products in your kitchen, toss or return them. d3sign / Getty Images There were five major recalls this week, affecting a variety of foods and brands. Martinelli's apple juice was given the second-highest risk level for patulin contamination, and enoki mushrooms were pulled from shelves over Listeria concerns.
An E. Coli Outbreak in Lettuce Killed 1 and Sickened Dozens—Why Didn't the FDA Say Anything?

3 weeks ago | health.com | Jenna Anderson |Amber Brenza |Nick Blackmer

The public was not informed of a deadly E. coli outbreak that occurred in 2024, an NBC News investigation revealed. The FDA did not publicize the outbreak because by the time romaine lettuce was identified as the source, the outbreak was over. Food safety experts said the FDA made the wrong call and expressed concern over transparency after staffing cuts. bhofack2 / Getty Images A deadly E.