Health & Wellness
Study Finds Hidden Cause of Sleep Issue in Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists have discovered that the sleep problems seen in Alzheimer's disease may not be caused directly by harmful protein plaques as previously believed.
Instead, the...
Why Low-Carb Diets Affect Cholesterol Differently
Why does one person lose weight on a low-carbohydrate diet without any problems while another develops much higher cholesterol?
Scientists have been trying to answer...
These Common Bowel Changes Could Be Early Signs of Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer is becoming increasingly common in adults under the age of 50, making it more important than ever to recognize its early warning...
New Drug May Stop Aggressive Prostate Cancer from Spreading
A newly developed experimental cancer drug could offer a new way to fight aggressive prostate cancer by slowing tumor growth and preventing the disease...
One Dose of Magic Mushroom Compound May Leave the Brain Changed for Weeks
A single dose of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in so-called magic mushrooms, may leave measurable changes in the brain that can still be...
New Heart Health Advice Explains Who Can Safely Enjoy Coffee
Many people start their day with a cup of coffee to feel more alert.
Caffeine, the natural stimulant in coffee, is also found in tea,...
Warning Signs of Kidney Failure in Older People
Kidney failure, also known as end-stage kidney disease, happens when the kidneys can no longer remove enough waste, extra fluid, and harmful substances from...
Weight-Loss Drug May Cause More Muscle Loss in These People
Many people use weight-loss medicines to improve their health, especially if they have obesity or type 2 diabetes.
One of the most popular medicines is...
Simple Ways to Lower Your Risk of Liver Cancer
Preventing liver cancer begins long before cancer develops. Researchers have discovered that most liver cancers arise after years of ongoing liver injury caused by...
Common Causes of Mini-Strokes and How to Lower Your Risk
A mini-stroke, also called a transient ischemic attack (TIA), happens when blood flow to part of the brain is briefly blocked.
Unlike a major stroke,...
Best Vitamins for Kidney Health
Healthy kidneys filter waste, balance minerals, regulate blood pressure, and help keep the body healthy. Many people wonder whether vitamin supplements can protect these...
Popular Blood Pressure Drug May Harm Gut Health
High blood pressure is one of the most common long-term health problems around the world. If it is not treated, it can greatly increase...
Scientists Find How to Stop Deadly Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer because it is often found late and can spread very quickly. The most common...
Popular Sugar Substitute May Increase Risks of Brain Diseases
Many people choose sugar substitutes to cut calories, manage diabetes, or lose weight. One of the most common is erythritol, a sweetener found in...
Popular Heartburn Drugs May Carry a Hidden Risk for Your Kidneys
Millions of people take medicines called proton pump inhibitors, or PPIs, to relieve heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
These medicines reduce the...
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Brain Health
A Hidden Brain Structure Could Help Detect Dementia Earlier Than Ever
Doctors usually diagnose dementia only after memory and thinking problems become noticeable.
By that stage, damage to the brain has often been developing for many...
Study Finds Link Between Migraine Aura and Stroke
Many people think of migraine as simply a painful headache, but it is actually a complex neurological condition.
Around one in three people with migraine...
The Hidden Link Between Kidney Disease and Memory Loss
Most people know that the kidneys clean the blood, but far fewer realise they also help protect the brain.
Growing research shows that chronic kidney...
Study Finds Hidden Cause of Sleep Issue in Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists have discovered that the sleep problems seen in Alzheimer's disease may not be caused directly by harmful protein plaques as previously believed.
Instead, the...
Common Causes of Mini-Strokes and How to Lower Your Risk
A mini-stroke, also called a transient ischemic attack (TIA), happens when blood flow to part of the brain is briefly blocked.
Unlike a major stroke,...