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Ultra-processed foods tied to faster cognitive decline

Ultra-processed foods, which are made mostly from substances extracted from foods, like fats, starches, added sugars, and hydrogenated fats, often contain additives like artificial...

The hope for fatty liver disease: a potential new treatment

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a serious condition that affects many people with type 2 diabetes. It can lead to other serious liver...

Scientists find a cause of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

NAFLD is the most common liver disease worldwide, typically affecting people who consume little or no alcohol, especially older people and those with type...

Fast-acting blood pressure treatment helps prevent stroke

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a big problem. It's a tricky condition because you might not feel sick, but it can lead to...

New diabetes drug may fight other diseases, study shows

Do you know that diabetes is a disease where there's too much sugar in your blood? Yes, that's right! People with type 2 diabetes often...

Scientists find a new disease in women: cesarean scar disorder

A cesarean section, also known as a C-section, is a surgical procedure used to deliver a baby.

Research shows a new cause of gout

Gout is the most prevalent form of inflammatory arthritis. It occurs when urate (a byproduct of purine-rich foods like meat and alcohol) accumulates in the...

Breathing your way to lower blood pressure: a simple tool for health

Blood pressure is like a health meter that tells us how well our heart and blood vessels are working. Just like we measure the...

A new hope for preventing heart attacks

Heart attacks can be scary. They happen when blood flow to a part of the heart gets blocked. This can damage the heart muscle...

The flu shot and stroke: a surprising connection

A stroke is a serious health problem. It happens when blood can't reach your brain. Imagine a road block that stops cars from moving,...