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Smoking may not lead to faster aging

In a new study, researchers found that smoking does not shorten the length of telomeres. The decrease in the length of telomeres is a marker...
8 good habits that help you lose belly fat

These 8 good habits may help you lose belly fat effectively

It is known that being overweight or obese can bring many health risks. Research has shown that many chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes,...
Hot water soak may help control this common artery disease

Hot water soak may help control this common artery disease

In a new study, researchers found that hot water soak is as effective as exercise for managing the peripheral arterial disease. Peripheral arterial disease is...
Scientists find three inexpensive ways to prevent autoimmune diseases

Scientists find 3 inexpensive ways to prevent autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune diseases can be caused by a dysfunction of the immune system. Normally, the immune system protects the body from inflection and diseases. But when...
Daily vitamin D cannot prevent type 2 diabetes

Daily vitamin D cannot prevent type 2 diabetes, study shows

In a new study from the National Institutes of Health, researchers found that taking a daily vitamin D supplement does not prevent type 2...
These painkillers may harm your heart and kidneys, causing obesity and sleep disorder

These painkillers may harm your heart and kidneys, causing obesity and sleep disorder

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...
Here are what triggers the spread of prostate cancer and possible treatments

Here are what triggers the spread of prostate cancer and possible treatments

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men and the second leading cause of cancer deaths. When prostate cancer spreads to other...
These high blood pressure drugs may lower dementia risk

These high blood pressure drugs may lower dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that several high blood pressure drugs are linked to lower dementia risk. They suggest that high blood pressure treatments...
This three-drug combo may stop skin cancer, saving lives

This three-drug combo may stop skin cancer, saving lives

In a new study, researchers have developed a new three-drug combination that could stop the growth of deadly skin cancer melanoma. This drug combo may...
New study confirms safety of PPIs for heartburn

New study confirms safety of PPIs for heartburn

In a new study, researchers found that it is safe to use proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to treat heartburn or other acid-related conditions. They find...