Can omega-3 fatty acids help protect against hearing loss?
Researchers from the University of Guelph and Tufts University/Fatty Acid Research Institute have found a link between increased omega-3 fatty acids in the blood and less age-related hearing issues. More...
Eight lifestyle habits proven to extend your life by decades
A new study involving over 700,000 U.S. veterans indicates that by embracing eight healthy lifestyle habits by middle age, individuals could potentially add decades to their lives. More...
Dementia-depression connection: Early sadness can lead to later cognitive issues, study finds
People who suffer from depression are more than twice as likely to develop dementia later in life, a new study from Penn Medicine found. It was published in JAMA Neurology. More...
Warning: Marijuana Use May Alter Your DNA Methylation
Recent and long-term marijuana use is linked to changes in the human epigenome, a new Northwestern Medicine study published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry has found. More...
Study links daily aspirin to 20 percent higher anemia risk for seniors
Older people who take a low-dose aspirin daily may be 20 percent more likely to develop anemia than those who do not, according to research published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine. More...
Even a few minutes of daily light exercise can lower depression risk
Just 20 minutes a day of walking can help reduce symptoms of depression. More...
Weight Loss Slows Aging in Patients' Brains by Up to 9 Months, Study Finds
Switching to a diet full of fresh veggies and low in processed foods could do wonders for your brain's biological age, new research shows. More...
Chronic Pain Shows Alarming Trend, Surpasses Other Common Chronic Diseases
Chronic pain has exceeded that of other chronic conditions, including diabetes, depression, and high blood pressure. More...
An intestinal bacteria may be the key to living to 100
Researchers from the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research at the University of Copenhagen have found that an intestinal bacteria may be the key to a long and healthy life. More...
Experts Say This Is The Healthiest Nut You Can Actually Lose Weight Eating
Almonds are by far the best because they are rich in fiber, protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals that will help you burn fat More...
Muscle contractions release chemical signals that promote brain network development
Chemical signals from contracting muscles can influence the growth of brain networks, according to new research published in Neuroscience. More...
Chemical found in widely used sweetener breaks up DNA
A new study finds a chemical formed when we digest Splenda (sucralose) - a widely used sweetener - is 'genotoxic,' meaning it breaks up DNA. More...
SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein Accumulates in the Skull and Brain
SARS-CoV-2 spike protein persisted in the skull and brain, mouse and human autopsy data showed. More...
9 Healthy Benefits of Snacking on Grapes
They're crisp, juicy, refreshing - and remarkably nutritious. More...
Regular walks help older adults improve brain connectivity, fight off Alzheimer's
Researchers from the University of Maryland School of Public Health have found that regularly walking strengthens connections in and between brain networks among older adults. More...
Vitamin D Supplementation May Reduce Childhood Depression, Anxiety, and Psychiatric Symptoms
A study by Finnish researchers suggests that a higher than recommended daily dose of vitamin D3 supplementation during the early years of life may reduce the risk of psychiatric symptoms in later childhood. More...
FDA Detects Serious Safety Signal for COVID-19 Vaccination Among Children
Children of certain ages who received Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine face an elevated risk of heart inflammation, according to a new federally funded study. More...
A group of women lowered their biological age by an average of 5 years in just 8 weeks
Lifestyle changes to diet, sleep, and exercise - paired with interventions like relaxation exercises and supplements - could reverse the aging process, according to new research. More...
Link between cannabis use disorder, schizophrenia strongest in young men
Among young people, men had a much stronger link between cannabis use disorder and schizophrenia compared with women. More...
FDA Moves to Curb Misuse of ADHD Meds
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced new action to address ongoing concerns about misuse, abuse, addiction, and overdose of prescription stimulants used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). More...
New Hampshire pharmacists call this the worst allergy season they've seen in years
With warmer days, people are starting to really suffer from runny noses and coughs and allergists said the pollen count is high but there are ways to find relief. More...
WHO Advises Against Using Non-Sugar Sweeteners for Weight Control
Non-sugar sweeteners do not confer any benefit in reducing body fat, and may yield increased risk for type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and death. More...
America's processed food problem exposed - from chips and TV dinners that have up to 120 additives to a SALAD with 50 ingredients
Processed foods increase the risk of obesity, heart disease, and cancer More...
Fried food, especially French fries, linked to anxiety, depression
Fried food consumption was associated with higher risks for anxiety and depression, according to findings published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America. More...
Turn Back the Clock: Reversing Stress-Induced Biological Aging
New research reveals that biological age in humans and mice can rapidly increase due to stress but is reversible upon stress recovery, challenging the traditional view of aging. More...
Possible links between Covid shots and tinnitus emerge
People who have developed life-altering ringing in their ears after Covid vaccinations demand deeper investigation into this potential side effect. More...
Method of Stopping Hair From Going Gray Might Finally Have Been Discovered
Researchers have found that certain stem cells have a unique ability to move within hair follicles, which could maintain the original pigment in the strands. More...
14 million cases of type 2 diabetes linked to these foods, study says
An estimated 14 million cases of type 2 diabetes were caused by a poor diet, a recent study published in Nature Medicine found. More...
Odds of Heart Attack Six Times Higher With Flu Diagnosis
People diagnosed with influenza are six times more likely to have a heart attack within the first week that they test positive for the influenza virus than they are in the year before or the year after, a new study indicates. More...
New Research Indicates That Light Therapy May Slow Cardiovascular Aging
A recent study suggests that light therapy could be an effective means of slowing down cardiovascular aging. More...
Losing weight is good for the heart, even if you regain some of it
The health benefits of weight loss persisted even when people gained some of their weight back. More...
Previously Unknown Driver of Aging Discovered - Simple Supplement May Reverse It
Cognition, bone mass, skin thickness, and lifespan are all affected by Menin's decline. More...
Polio cases in Africa linked to new oral vaccine
Six children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) were paralyzed by poliovirus strains derived from a vaccine meant to prevent the disease. More...
AI develops cancer treatment in 30 days, predicts survival rate
Artificial intelligence has developed a treatment for cancer in just 30 days and can predict a patient’s survival rate. More...
Human Antibodies Discovered That Can Block Multiple Coronaviruses Including COVID-19
A team of scientists from Scripps Research and the University of North Carolina (UNC) has found antibodies in the blood of certain COVID-19 donors that can block infection from a broad set of coronaviruses - specifically, in people who have recovered from the virus and were then vaccinated. More...
51 percent of world population may be overweight or obese by 2035
More than half the world’s population age 5 and older - 51 percent, or more than 4 billion people - are projected to be overweight or obese by 2035, according to a report from the World Obesity Federation. More...
Colon cancer's burden shifting toward younger adults, report warns
Overall, U.S. cases of colon and rectal cancer are down, but experts are worried that the proportion of cases is shifting to younger people with more advanced disease. More...
A New Study Connected an Artificial Sweetener with Higher Heart Attack Risk
Erythritol is a fairly common sugar substitute you'll find in some sweetener blends as well as in reduced-sugar products More...
Friendships at work can boost happiness. Here's how to nurture them
One of the key factors that make for happier, healthier workers is how connected people feel with their colleagues. More...
People who exercise in the afternoon live longer, study finds - but morning workouts may burn more fat
Lunch hour exercisers, rejoice: a new study suggests mid-afternoon workouts might protect you from premature death more than morning or evening ones. More...
Getting a Good Night's Sleep Can Add Years to Your Life
Getting good sleep may have long-term benefits - even extending your life span, a new study suggests. More...
Study offers concerning insight into how daily marijuana use can affect your heart
Using marijuana every day can raise a person’s risk of coronary artery disease, or CAD, by a third compared with those who never partake, a new study found. More...
Popular Sleep Aids Increase Dementia Risk, Study Finds
A study has found a 79% increased risk of dementia for people who use sleep medications like benzodiazepines and Ambien. More...
Choline: An Essential Brain-Boosting Nutrient That Most Americans Are Lacking
Choline, a crucial nutrient produced in the liver and present in foods such as eggs, broccoli, beans, meat, and poultry, is vital to human health. More...
Antidepressants Linked to Rise in Superbugs - New Study Reveals
Antibiotic resistance is making pathogens we routinely encounter potentially deadly - again More...
Scientists Link Male Pattern Balding To Wildly Popular Beverage
Soda drinkers, beware - it looks like your favorite sugary drinks may be linked to hair loss. More...
Ancient Herbal Decoction Can Improve Cognitive Function, Study Shows
Liu Jun Zi Tang, also known as the Six Major Herb Combo Decoction, is an enduring herbal prescription used in China and South Korea for more than 500 years. More...
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