Health & Wellness
Iron supplement could help fight a dangerous muscle disease
A recent study from Kumamoto University in Japan has found that iron supplements could help reduce muscle damage and improve muscle strength in a...
Your gut microbiome may predict your Alzheimer’s risk
A major new review has found growing evidence that problems in the gut may be linked to memory loss and brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
The...
Colon cancer is leading cancer killer for Americans under 50
Colon cancer is now the number one cause of cancer deaths in Americans under age 50, taking that position seven years earlier than experts...
Just 24 minutes of music therapy can lower anxiety
A new study has found that listening to specially designed music for just 24 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety. This simple approach could be...
10 heart-healthy foods that help lower high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem.
It can lead to serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. One...
This plant oil fat may trigger spread of cancer
Scientists at IRB Barcelona have found that a type of fat found in palm oil could make cancer more likely to spread in the...
This blood pressure drug may help you live longer
Scientists at the University of Liverpool have made an exciting discovery. They found that a drug called rilmenidine, which is commonly used to treat...
Which drugs work best for chronic nerve pain?
More than 20 million people in the United States suffer from neuropathic pain, which happens when nerves are damaged or don’t work properly.
For about...
Widely used heartburn drugs may harm kidney health
Many people take medications to manage heartburn, acid reflux, or GERD, which can make daily life uncomfortable.
One group of drugs, called proton pump inhibitors...
A natural cure for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It increases the risk of...
A surprising drug may help people lose weight more easily
A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that a drug first designed for treating brain diseases and other illnesses might also help...
This health issue may signal early pancreatic cancer
Scientists at Boston Medical Center have made a surprising discovery that may help doctors find pancreatic cancer earlier.
They found a strong link between gallstones...
Dizziness may be a hidden warning sign of migraine headaches
Feeling dizzy or experiencing vertigo might seem like a small problem, but new research from Peking University shows it could be an early sign...
Common blood pressure drug may increase heart failure risk
A new study from the University of Bologna in Italy has found that a common medicine used to treat high blood pressure may increase...
New drug could prevent sudden death from heart attacks
Every year, many people around the world die suddenly from heart attacks. In the UK alone, around 100,000 people lose their lives to heart...
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Brain Health
Your gut microbiome may predict your Alzheimer’s risk
A major new review has found growing evidence that problems in the gut may be linked to memory loss and brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
The...
Obesity and high blood pressure can directly cause dementia
A new study has found that obesity and high blood pressure are not just risk factors but direct causes of dementia.
The research, published in...
Blood pressure drugs may help lower dementia risk
A new study has found that taking medicine to control high blood pressure may help lower the risk of dementia in older people. This...
Delayed stroke care may increase disability risk
When a stroke strikes, time is one of the most important factors that decides whether a person can recover or live with long-term disability.
A...
The time of day can make a stroke worse, study finds
A new study by scientists at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) has found that the severity of a stroke can depend on...