Health & Wellness
Vaping might seem safer than smoking but your heart could tell a different story
You may have heard that vaping is the “safer” choice than smoking. But what if the very thing designed to protect your health also...
Nerve injuries affect the whole immune system, study finds
Preclinical research from McGill University has found that nerve injuries can have long-lasting effects on the immune system—and that the effects are different in...
New risk tool plus calcium score helps spot hidden heart disease early
Heart disease is the number one cause of death around the world. One of the keys to preventing it is being able to spot...
Transitioning from weight loss drugs to bariatric surgery
People who have used GLP-1 medications—such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro—often see big improvements in blood sugar, blood pressure, and weight.
But once they stop...
Study shows big cause of sharp rise in alcohol-related liver disease deaths
A recent study has found a sharp rise in deaths from alcohol-related liver disease (ALD) in the United States, especially among people without a...
Soy food intake may reduce cancer risk, study shows
Scientists from Xi’an Jiaotong University and several collaborating institutions have found that eating soy foods may help reduce the risk of developing cancer, although...
How to eat for a healthy heart
National Nutrition Month offers a golden opportunity to delve into heart-friendly eating approaches and habits, providing the chance to unlock the potential of food...
This common plant nutrient could help reduce high blood pressure
Scientists from the Hospital of Southern Medical University have found that quercetin—a plant pigment (flavonoid) that gives many fruits and vegetables their color—may help...
Time-restricted eating could help manage metabolic diseases
Scientists from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies and collaborating institutions report that time-restricted eating (TRE) may help prevent and manage a wide range...
Vitamin B may help slow cognitive decline, study finds
Scientists from Xuanwu Hospital and several other institutions have found that vitamin B supplementation may slow cognitive decline.
High levels of homocysteine (Hcy) are a...
How Mediterranean diet could benefit your health
The Mediterranean diet is a diet inspired by the eating habits of people who live near the Mediterranean Sea.
When initially formulated in the 1960s,...
How whole grains can benefit your heart health
You've probably heard that whole grains are good for you, but have you ever wondered why?
Well, it turns out, choosing whole grains over their...
High-fiber diet may help lower dementia risk
Scientists from the University of Tsukuba found eating a high-fiber diet is linked to a lower risk of dementia in healthy older people.
Dietary fiber,...
Cognitive decline common after brain tumor treatment
Slow-growing brain tumors, called IDH mutated gliomas, usually come with a better chance of long-term survival. Treatments often include surgery, followed by radiotherapy and...
Weightlifting may beat running in fighting diabetes and obesity
Running is often praised for helping people stay fit and burn calories. But a new study suggests that lifting weights may be even better...
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Brain Health
Heavy drinking may greatly increase fall risk in older adults with memory problems
Many older adults struggle with mild cognitive impairment, also called MCI. This condition causes small but noticeable problems with memory, thinking, planning, and decision‑making.
MCI...
Your neighborhood may strongly affect your dementia risk
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have discovered why people living in disadvantaged neighborhoods may face a higher risk of developing dementia.
The study, published...
Vitamin B may help slow cognitive decline, study finds
Scientists from Xuanwu Hospital and several other institutions have found that vitamin B supplementation may slow cognitive decline.
High levels of homocysteine (Hcy) are a...
High-fiber diet may help lower dementia risk
Scientists from the University of Tsukuba found eating a high-fiber diet is linked to a lower risk of dementia in healthy older people.
Dietary fiber,...
Cognitive decline common after brain tumor treatment
Slow-growing brain tumors, called IDH mutated gliomas, usually come with a better chance of long-term survival. Treatments often include surgery, followed by radiotherapy and...