Christopher Maynard
ConsumerAffairs
Sand Springs, OK, United States
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Eating fruit more often can improve your mental health, researchers say
Following a healthy diet is a large part of maintaining good physical health, but a recent study shows that it can also benefit your mental health. Res → Read More
Moderate drinking linked to cognitive decline
Previous research on alcohol consumption has already linked drinking with changes in brain size. Now, experts have found that moderate drinking can also be → Read More
FTC warns of scammers impersonating U.S. immigration officers
Just last month, officials warned consumers to look out for scammers who were impersonating police officers. Now, it looks like that imposter scam is takin → Read More
Car buyers prefer rebates over tax credits for electric vehicles, study finds
More U.S. automakers have been making strides in recent years to produce electric vehicles, and U.S. officials have encouraged prospective car buyers to ch → Read More
SNAP food assistance benefits linked to lower rates of child maltreatment
Late last year, the Biden administration vowed to increase benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by 30% to help Americans who → Read More
Negative emotions influence kids' poor food choices, study finds
Parents of picky eaters often have to work around their kids' palates to get them the nutrition they need. But findings from a recent study show that cater → Read More
Fathers who have depression may pass symptoms to their kids, study suggests
When one person in a family experiences depression, it's important that they get support from the rest of the household. Unfortunately, new research sugges → Read More
Phthalates pose danger to pregnant women and their children, researchers say
Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opted not to impose a total ban on phthalates in consumer products. However, findings from a → Read More
Adding salt to your food can increase your chances of dying prematurely, study finds
Are you the kind of person who immediately reaches for the salt shaker after getting your meal at a restaurant? If so, you might be taking years off your l → Read More
Intermittent fasting may promote less severe COVID-19 symptoms, study finds
The threat of COVID-19 is still very real for consumers around the world, but findings from a recent study suggest that your diet could lower your chances → Read More
Scammers target consumers with fake student loan debt relief offers
Back in April, federal officials at the U.S. Department of Education extended the student loan payment pause that was brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic t → Read More
Coronavirus update: Experts say current surge is bigger than numbers suggest
COVID-19 tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 83 → Read More
Gas prices increase despite weaker demand
Consumers who are looking to hit the road over the Memorial Day weekend will have to pay high prices when they go to fill up.AAA’s daily fuel price sur → Read More
Coronavirus update: Researchers uncover possible cause of neurological symptoms
COVID-19 tally as compiled by Johns Hopkins University. (Previous numbers in parentheses.)Total U.S. confirmed cases: 83 → Read More
Twitter pays $150 million fine for failing to protect consumer data
Twitter is paying the federal government $150 million after officials filed a lawsuit claiming that the platform did not protect users' personal data. → Read More
Children who engage in 'adventurous' playtime have better mental health, study finds
Parents who are looking for ways to get their children outside and active this summer may have a new reason to redouble those efforts. Findings from a rece → Read More
Insomnia symptoms could be devastating to consumers' cognitive health, study finds
Previous research has already shown that children who suffer from insomnia have a higher risk of developing anxiety and other mental health problems. But a → Read More
Consumers report problems with dying Tesla Model Y vehicles
Back in February, officials at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation into Tesla over numerous reports of “phan → Read More
Supply chain issues impact President's Day shopping specials
Consumers may see fewer ultra-low deals this President's Day weekend due to supply chain issues, but officials are on the lookout for illegal conduct. → Read More
TurboTax users urged to beware of phishing scam
Consumers who use Intuit's TurboTax system to file their taxes need to be on the lookout for a phishing email. In a security notice, the company said T → Read More