Health & Wellness
Why ‘brain fog’ in Parkinson’s isn’t always what it seems
People with Parkinson’s disease often worry that their thinking is getting worse. They may feel forgetful, less focused, or slower in their thinking.
However, when...
Early immune change may signal higher dementia risk
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out daily...
Scientists find early dementia signals hidden in the gut
Doctors have long believed that diseases like Alzheimer’s begin in the brain. But a new study is challenging that idea and suggesting something very...
Keto diet may ease stress on the diabetic pancreas
A recent study has found that what people eat may play a powerful role in improving type 2 diabetes.
Researchers discovered that a high-fat, low-carbohydrate...
Marijuana use may increase risk of asthma attacks
A recent study has found that young adults who use marijuana may be more likely to experience asthma attacks.
The research, published in the journal...
New blood test may predict ‘stiff heart’ disease
A new study has brought fresh hope for patients living with a serious heart condition known as transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, or ATTR-CM.
This disease is...
How vitamin D can affect brain health in older people
Most people know that vitamin D is important for keeping bones strong. Our bodies make it when our skin is exposed to sunlight.
We can...
Scientists discover a way to protect brain cells in Parkinson’s disease
A new study from Stanford Medicine has found a promising way to protect brain cells in a form of Parkinson’s disease linked to a...
Why some blood pressure just won’t go down and how to fix it
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and is...
A cup of these vegetables a day keeps heart attacks away
Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, taking the lives of nearly 18 million people every year. It affects people in many...
Sweet plant shows promise against pancreatic cancer
Stevia is widely known as a natural sugar substitute. Many people use it to sweeten drinks and foods because it has no calories and...
A simple blood pressure pill may hold the secret to living longer and healthier
Scientists are always looking for ways to help people live longer and stay healthy as they grow older.
Aging is a natural part of life,...
Silent signs of liver disease older people need to know
Liver disease is a serious health condition that can affect people at any stage of life, but it becomes especially important to understand in...
Why both blood pressure numbers matter more than you think
Blood pressure is one of the most important signs of your health, but many people are not fully sure what the numbers really mean.
When...
Study finds how to stop Parkinson’s disease early
Scientists are working hard to find better ways to treat Parkinson’s disease, a condition that slowly damages the brain and affects movement, thinking, and...
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Brain Health
Early immune change may signal higher dementia risk
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out daily...
Scientists find early dementia signals hidden in the gut
Doctors have long believed that diseases like Alzheimer’s begin in the brain. But a new study is challenging that idea and suggesting something very...
This Alzheimer’s gene may harm bone strength in women
Scientists are learning that the human body is much more connected than we once thought.
A new study from the Buck Institute for Research on...
Gut test can detect dementia, Parkinson’s years early
A surprising new discovery suggests that the early warning signs of dementia may not start in the brain at all, but in the gut.
Researchers...
Simple daily activities may protect your brain decades before dementia begins
A new study suggests that everyday activities like playing music, traveling, and spending time with friends may do more than just make life enjoyable.
They...