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A cosmic jellyfish from the early universe surprises astronomers

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have discovered the most distant “jellyfish galaxy” ever seen, offering a rare glimpse into how galaxies changed...

Omega-3 supplements could improve memory in healthy older adults

Scientists from Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin have found that omega-3 supplementation may help improve memory function in healthy older adults. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder...

How salt raises blood pressure and what you can do about it

Let’s start with the basics: What is blood pressure, and why does it matter? Think of your blood vessels as tiny highways that carry blood...

Scientists develop test to guide treatment for triple-negative breast cancer

Researchers have developed a promising new way to predict how patients with one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer will respond to...

Dirty air, fading memories: How pollution may raise Alzheimer’s risk

Breathing polluted air may do more than harm your lungs and heart. A large new study suggests it could also increase the risk of...

Why muscle strength matters for women over 60

Staying active as you age is important, but a new study suggests that building muscle strength may be just as crucial as getting enough...

What happens when you take multivitamins every day

Vitamins and minerals are essential for good health. But in busy daily life, it can be difficult to get all the nutrients you need...

Scientists discover gut bacteria linked to a major form of dementia

Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a common form of dementia that currently has no cure. Recent research has suggested that gut bacteria may play...

Eating one egg a day is safe for heart health, major study finds

Scientists from Harvard University and other institutions have found that eating up to one egg per day is not linked to an increased risk...

Do potatoes raise blood pressure? What science says

Potatoes are a popular and versatile vegetable enjoyed by people around the world. However, some concerns have been raised about how eating potatoes may affect...

Dietary antioxidants may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, study finds

In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine have identified a potential link between dietary antioxidants and the prevention...

Can one avocado a day reduce belly fat? Study says no

Scientists from Tufts University and other institutions have found that eating one avocado per day does not significantly reduce belly fat. Abdominal obesity refers to...

Weight-loss drug ‘support supplements’: Do they address nutrient deficiencies, or are they just another...

Weight-loss injections have rapidly moved from specialist clinics to social media feeds and high-street pharmacies. Known as GLP-1 medications, they were originally developed to support...

This lesser-known olive oil may help protect your heart

Scientists from the Spanish National Research Council have found that olive pomace oil in the diet may help lower blood cholesterol levels. Nearly two in...

Focused ultrasound offers safe and effective prostate cancer treatment

A new study in Austria has shown that a special ultrasound treatment can effectively control early prostate cancer while helping men keep their quality...

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Smartwatches could detect depression relapse weeks before symptoms return

A simple wearable device such as a smartwatch could one day help prevent the return of major depression by warning people weeks or even...

Did two moons crash to create Titan? New study uncovers dramatic origin story

Saturn’s giant moon Titan and the planet’s famous rings may share a dramatic origin story. A new study suggests that Titan could have formed when...

Think before you type: Study warns AI chats may expose your private life

As artificial intelligence chat tools become part of daily life at work, school, and home, many people may be sharing more personal information than...

Frozen performance: How cold weather changes what athletes can do

At the Winter Olympics, athletes compete in freezing conditions that look dramatic on television but also place intense demands on the body. Cold temperatures are...

New tree-inspired cooling method could solve AI data center heat crisis

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, but it comes with a hidden cost: enormous heat. Modern AI data centers pack thousands of powerful processors into...