Health & Wellness
Hidden Genes Behind Early Irregular Heartbeat May Prevent Future Strokes
Atrial fibrillation, often called AFib, is the most common long-term heart rhythm disorder, affecting an estimated 10 million Americans.
It happens when the upper chambers...
Can a Low-Carb Diet Raise Your Cholesterol?
Low-carbohydrate diets have become very popular because many people use them to lose weight or improve blood sugar levels.
While some people see excellent results,...
A Hidden Brain Structure Could Help Detect Dementia Earlier Than Ever
Doctors usually diagnose dementia only after memory and thinking problems become noticeable.
By that stage, damage to the brain has often been developing for many...
Study Finds Link Between Migraine Aura and Stroke
Many people think of migraine as simply a painful headache, but it is actually a complex neurological condition.
Around one in three people with migraine...
Popular Childhood Drinks Could Affect Your Blood Pressure in Adulthood
Children's eating habits may shape their heart health decades later, according to a major new study.
Scientists found that people who regularly drank sugary beverages...
The Hidden Link Between Kidney Disease and Memory Loss
Most people know that the kidneys clean the blood, but far fewer realise they also help protect the brain.
Growing research shows that chronic kidney...
Study Finds Hidden Cause of Sleep Issue in Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists have discovered that the sleep problems seen in Alzheimer's disease may not be caused directly by harmful protein plaques as previously believed.
Instead, the...
Why Low-Carb Diets Affect Cholesterol Differently
Why does one person lose weight on a low-carbohydrate diet without any problems while another develops much higher cholesterol?
Scientists have been trying to answer...
These Common Bowel Changes Could Be Early Signs of Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer is becoming increasingly common in adults under the age of 50, making it more important than ever to recognize its early warning...
New Drug May Stop Aggressive Prostate Cancer from Spreading
A newly developed experimental cancer drug could offer a new way to fight aggressive prostate cancer by slowing tumor growth and preventing the disease...
One Dose of Magic Mushroom Compound May Leave the Brain Changed for Weeks
A single dose of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in so-called magic mushrooms, may leave measurable changes in the brain that can still be...
New Heart Health Advice Explains Who Can Safely Enjoy Coffee
Many people start their day with a cup of coffee to feel more alert.
Caffeine, the natural stimulant in coffee, is also found in tea,...
Warning Signs of Kidney Failure in Older People
Kidney failure, also known as end-stage kidney disease, happens when the kidneys can no longer remove enough waste, extra fluid, and harmful substances from...
Weight-Loss Drug May Cause More Muscle Loss in These People
Many people use weight-loss medicines to improve their health, especially if they have obesity or type 2 diabetes.
One of the most popular medicines is...
Simple Ways to Lower Your Risk of Liver Cancer
Preventing liver cancer begins long before cancer develops. Researchers have discovered that most liver cancers arise after years of ongoing liver injury caused by...
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Brain Health
Hidden Genes Behind Early Irregular Heartbeat May Prevent Future Strokes
Atrial fibrillation, often called AFib, is the most common long-term heart rhythm disorder, affecting an estimated 10 million Americans.
It happens when the upper chambers...
A Hidden Brain Structure Could Help Detect Dementia Earlier Than Ever
Doctors usually diagnose dementia only after memory and thinking problems become noticeable.
By that stage, damage to the brain has often been developing for many...
Study Finds Link Between Migraine Aura and Stroke
Many people think of migraine as simply a painful headache, but it is actually a complex neurological condition.
Around one in three people with migraine...
The Hidden Link Between Kidney Disease and Memory Loss
Most people know that the kidneys clean the blood, but far fewer realise they also help protect the brain.
Growing research shows that chronic kidney...
Study Finds Hidden Cause of Sleep Issue in Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists have discovered that the sleep problems seen in Alzheimer's disease may not be caused directly by harmful protein plaques as previously believed.
Instead, the...