Health & Wellness

Daily multivitamins may reduce biological aging in older people

Researchers from Mass General Brigham say taking a daily multivitamin may help older adults slow some of the body’s aging processes at the cellular...

This old cholesterol drug may block spread of ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer is one of the deadliest cancers affecting women. One reason it is so dangerous is that it is often discovered late, after...

A quick toe-scan with AI could detect hidden artery disease

Peripheral artery disease, also known as PAD, is a common but often overlooked condition that affects blood flow in the body. The disease develops when...

Could peppermint oil help lower blood pressure?

Scientists may have discovered a surprisingly simple way to help lower mildly high blood pressure: peppermint oil. A new study from researchers at the University...

Simple strength tests may predict how long you live

Scientists have discovered that muscle strength may be one of the strongest predictors of healthy aging in older women. A major new study found that...

Sleeping too little—or too much—may speed up aging

Sleep is one of the most basic human needs, yet millions of people around the world struggle to get healthy sleep every night. Some people...

Ultra processed foods may strongly harm your heart

A major new report from European heart experts is raising concerns about the growing role of ultra processed foods in heart disease, obesity, diabetes,...

Magic mushroom compound shows fast relief for depression

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. Millions of people struggle with sadness, loss of interest, low energy,...

Why breast cancer may become more dangerous with age

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women around the world. Although treatments have improved greatly over the past few decades, breast...

Tiny ‘switches’ in blood vessels may better treat high blood pressure

High blood pressure is one of the world’s most common health problems, and millions of people live with it every day without realizing how...

Best vitamins that may help your liver heal naturally

The liver is one of the hardest-working organs in the human body. Even though many people rarely think about it, the liver performs hundreds...

A common painkiller can be a new weapon against deadly pancreatic cancer

The pancreas is a small organ located deep inside the body behind the stomach. Even though it is not very large, it plays an...

A simple water trick may help lower high blood pressure

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. It affects millions of people and greatly increases the risk...

Older blood pressure drug may actually be safer and more effective

High blood pressure is one of the most common health conditions in the world. Millions of people take medicine every day to control it...

Scientists find a big trigger of early pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous and difficult cancers to treat. Many patients do not notice any symptoms in the early stages,...

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Brain Health

Simple blood test may predict dementia risk years earlier

Scientists have long known that growing older is one of the biggest risk factors for dementia. However, not everyone ages in the same way. Some...

Reading, music, and museums may help slow aging

Many people already know that exercise, healthy eating, and good sleep can help them stay healthier as they grow older. But scientists are now finding...

Everyday speech may show early signs of dementia

Many people think changes in brain health can only be detected through medical scans or memory tests. However, new research suggests that something much simpler...

Your pauses, ‘ums,’ and speaking speed could show hidden dementia signs

Most people do not pay much attention to the small details in everyday conversation. Pauses, hesitations, filler words, or speaking slowly are often seen...

Could eggs help lower Alzheimer’s risk in older people?

Researchers at Loma Linda University Health have discovered a possible link between regular egg consumption and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease in older...