Health & Wellness
This popular fermented food may help flush microplastics from the body
Tiny plastic particles are now found almost everywhere on Earth. Scientists have discovered them in oceans, rivers, soil, food, drinking water, and even inside...
What coffee really does to your blood pressure, according to research
Coffee is one of the world’s favorite drinks. Every day, billions of cups are consumed across homes, cafes, offices, and restaurants. For many people,...
Asthma drug could boost immunotherapy against hard-to-treat cancers
A drug that millions of people already use for asthma and allergies may one day become part of cancer treatment, according to a new...
Lack of this nutrient may increase risk of anxiety disorders
Anxiety disorders affect millions of people around the world and are among the most common mental health conditions today.
Many people experience anxiety from time...
Scientists find how to reverse Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest health challenges facing the world today. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and daily functioning, often making it...
Doctors may no longer need to fear lowering blood pressure ‘too much’
A major new study from researchers at NUI Galway and several international institutions is changing the way scientists think about blood pressure treatment.
For many...
Scientists find hidden link between heavy cannabis use and mental illness
Cannabis, also called marijuana or weed, is now one of the most widely used drugs in the world. Millions of people use it for...
Even small amounts of licorice may raise blood pressure, scientists warn
Many people enjoy licorice for its unusual sweet and salty taste. It is a popular candy in several countries and is also used in...
Long-term depression drug use may increase risk of sudden heart death
Sudden cardiac death is one of the most frightening medical emergencies because it often happens without warning.
It occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating...
New low-sodium salt could help lower blood pressure
Many people eat far more salt than they realize every day. Salt is hidden in a huge range of common foods, including pizza, chips,...
New injection may help repair damaged spinal disks and relieve back pain
Back pain is one of the most common health problems in the world. Almost everyone experiences it at some point in life.
For some people,...
Hidden heart dangers for people with type 2 diabetes revealed in major study
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world. It happens when the body cannot properly use insulin,...
A hidden blood pressure warning doctors may be missing
Most people are familiar with having their blood pressure checked while sitting in a chair at a doctor’s office. It is one of the...
Scientists find hidden cause of common fatty liver disease
A new study from researchers at Mayo Clinic has revealed an important discovery about a common liver disease that affects millions of people around...
This drug may work better than aspirin for preventing heart attacks
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death around the world. Millions of people suffer from heart attacks, strokes, and other serious...
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Brain Health
Scientists find how to reverse Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest health challenges facing the world today. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and daily functioning, often making it...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease
For many years, scientists have been searching for the true cause of Alzheimer’s disease, one of the world’s most feared illnesses linked to aging.
Alzheimer’s...
How you write may help detect dementia earlier
For many older adults, changes in handwriting can happen gradually over time. Letters may become uneven, writing may look less smooth, or it may...
Doctors urged to treat high cholesterol earlier to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Doctors should begin treating high cholesterol earlier and more aggressively than in the past, according to a new medical perspective written by researchers from...
Simple urine test may show early warning signs of dementia
A large new study from Sweden suggests that a simple urine test could help doctors spot people who may face a higher risk of...