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Processed foods may hold key to rise in autism

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers found that processed foods may contribute to autism. This is a big step closer to showing the...

Most cancers are caused by these 5 things

Many things can contribute to cancer, including genetic factors and lifestyle factors. It is known that an unhealthy lifestyle can cause many types of cancer. For...

This heart drug may help lower arthritis risk

In a new study from the University of Nottingham, researchers found commonly used beta blocker heart medicine may also reduce the risk of knee...

Sugar-free energy drinks may harm your health

In two new studies from Curtin University, researchers found that excessive consumption of energy drinks, even sugar-free varieties, may cause big damage to brain...

Widely used painkillers may harm your heart, kidneys, sleep and bodyweight

Painkillers are effective to manage acute and chronic pain, but they can bring health risks. Several studies have shown that common painkillers people use in...

This diabetes prevention program may increase your lifespan

In a new study from West Virginia University, researchers found that taking part in a year-long diabetes-prevention program supports the addition of 4.4 quality-adjusted...

This common diet may increase your risk of gut inflammation, infection

In a new study from Washington University in St. Louis, researchers found that eating a Western diet impairs the immune system in the gut...

How unhealthy blood pressure increases your dementia risk

In a new study from George Institute, researchers found that while the link between several mid-life heart risk factors and dementia was similar for...

Commonly used mental drugs may harm cognitive functions

In a new study from the University of California San Diego, researchers found that medications to reduce physical and mental health symptoms in schizophrenia...

“45 Is the new 50” for colon cancer screening

In a new guideline from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, researchers have recommended that individuals of average risk for the disease begin screening...