Why whole wheat could be key to fighting gut inflammation
A growing body of research is showing that what we eat has a powerful effect on our health, especially when it comes to the...
Walking pace may outperform blood pressure and cholesterol in predicting death risk
Doctors often use medical tests to understand a person’s health. These tests can include blood pressure checks, cholesterol levels, and other clinical measures.
While these...
Can stress increase your cancer risk?
Stress is something many people experience in daily life, but for people facing cancer, it can become a constant and overwhelming presence.
From the moment...
How a bone hormone could help stop long-term back pain
Back pain is a problem that many people experience at some point in their lives. For some, the pain goes away after a short...
This popular supplement may increase risk of birth defects
Many people believe that taking antioxidant supplements is always good for their health. These supplements are often used to protect cells, boost the immune...
Scientists find a hidden brain trigger of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most serious brain conditions in the world. It affects memory, thinking, and daily life, and it becomes more...
Old blood pressure medicine shows new promise in fighting cancer
Scientists at Dartmouth Cancer Center have discovered that a common drug used to treat high blood pressure may also help fight cancer more effectively.
The...
Stroke may make parts of the brain look ‘younger’, study finds
Stroke is a serious medical condition that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced. This can damage brain...
New drug-releasing stitches could change how wounds heal after surgery
When people have surgery or deep injuries, stitches are used to close the wound and help the body heal. While stitches do their job...
This dangerous combo in your body could increase death risk by 83%
Many people think that weight alone is the main measure of health. However, new research suggests that what matters more is how much of...