Health & Wellness
Could Tire Pollution Increase Your Alzheimer’s Disease Risk?
Could tiny particles from car tires affect the human brain? A new study suggests they might, although much more research is needed before scientists...
Fish Oil Supplements May Not Protect the Brain as Many People Hope
Fish oil supplements are among the most popular health products in the world. Every year, people spend billions of dollars hoping these capsules will...
New Daily Weight-Loss Pill May Outperform Existing Drugs
A new clinical trial suggests that a daily weight-loss pill called orforglipron may become an important new treatment for people with type 2 diabetes.
The...
Dementia May Affect Work Performance 15 Years Before Diagnosis
A new study published in Neurology suggests that the effects of early-onset dementia may begin many years before a doctor makes the diagnosis.
Researchers from...
This Sport Supplement May Help Fight Cancer
Creatine is best known as a sports supplement used by athletes to improve strength, muscle power, and exercise performance.
However, a new study from the...
Lack of This Nutrient Could Harm Your Brain, Heart, and Liver
Choline is an essential nutrient that the body needs every day to stay healthy. Although the liver can make a small amount, it is...
Why a Mini-Stroke May Save Your Life
A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), is a serious medical warning that should never be ignored.
Although the symptoms usually disappear...
These Everyday Foods Could Silently Raise Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. Millions of people live with it, and...
One New Pill Could Help Both Heart Failure and Sleep Apnea
A team of researchers from the University of Auckland is studying a promising new medicine that may one day help people living with both...
Scientists Uncover a Hidden Cause of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common brain disorders affecting older adults. Millions of people around the world live with the condition, and...
Scientists Uncover Hidden Healing Compounds in Cannabis Leaves
A team of scientists from Stellenbosch University has made a surprising discovery that could change how people think about Cannabis leaves.
While much of the...
When High Blood Pressure Becomes a Medical Emergency
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is often known as the "silent killer" because it usually causes no obvious symptoms while slowly damaging the...
A Surprising New Way Diabetes Drug Metformin May Help You Stay Strong
Metformin has been used for many years to help people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar.
It is one of the most widely...
Even Small Amounts of Alcohol May Raise Blood Pressure
Many people believe that having a small amount of alcohol each day is harmless, or even good for the heart. However, a large new...
Some ‘Dementia’ Cases Can Be Completely Reversed with the Right Treatment
A new study from Cedars-Sinai has given hope to people who have been diagnosed with a serious form of dementia.
The research suggests that some...
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Brain Health
Scientists Discover Why Some Brains Resist Alzheimer’s
Scientists have spent decades trying to understand why Alzheimer's disease affects people so differently.
Two people can have very similar brain changes, yet one develops...
Could Tire Pollution Increase Your Alzheimer’s Disease Risk?
Could tiny particles from car tires affect the human brain? A new study suggests they might, although much more research is needed before scientists...
Dementia May Affect Work Performance 15 Years Before Diagnosis
A new study published in Neurology suggests that the effects of early-onset dementia may begin many years before a doctor makes the diagnosis.
Researchers from...
Why a Mini-Stroke May Save Your Life
A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), is a serious medical warning that should never be ignored.
Although the symptoms usually disappear...
Some ‘Dementia’ Cases Can Be Completely Reversed with the Right Treatment
A new study from Cedars-Sinai has given hope to people who have been diagnosed with a serious form of dementia.
The research suggests that some...