Research shows new treatment for high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease and it costs a lot of money for healthcare services. The Centers for Disease...
People eating these two diets have fewer Alzheimer’s marks in the brain
A new study from RUSH University in Chicago has found that consuming diets rich in green leafy vegetables, along with other healthy foods like...
Low-carb breakfast could control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
A recent study by scientists at the University of British Columbia found that consuming a low-carb breakfast can help regulate blood sugar levels in...
Aspirin may increase heart failure risk by a quarter, study finds
Aspirin is a medicine that is commonly used to relieve pain and inflammation, and is also used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in...
Blood pressure readings in the clinic may vary strongly between doctor’s visits
In a study from Yale, scientists found blood pressure measurements taken in a medical office can vary widely between visits.
These large variations in blood...
Espresso coffee could affect your cholesterol levels, study finds
Researchers from UiT The Arctic University of Norway discovered that drinking espresso coffee may affect cholesterol levels in men and women differently.
Coffee is a...
Omega-3 supplements may benefit memory functions in older people
Alzheimer's disease is a devastating neurologic disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive condition that causes the brain to shrink...
Heavy alcohol drinking can increase brain inflammation
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a condition where people have difficulty controlling their alcohol intake, leading to uncontrolled and compulsive drinking.
AUD can cause changes...
What are these ‘cancer vaccines’ I’m hearing about? And what similarities do they share...
Barely a month goes by without headlines announcing yet another advancement in cancer vaccines.
Just last month, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA)...
COVID-19 infections increase risk of long-lasting gut problems
A new study has found that people who have had COVID-19 are at a higher risk of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders within a year of infection.