This eating habit may help prevent type 2 diabetes
It is known that a healthy diet is important in preventing type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Recently, researchers from the University of Adelaide and elsewhere...
How to keep flu germs from spreading in your home
Flu season can take its toll on your health, but one way to fight the virus is to stop the spread of germs at...
Many people with heartburn don’t need to take PPIs
In a new study, researchers found in patients seen for heartburn unresponsive to treatment with Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), very few have truly PPI-refractory...
Scientists discover a cause of heart disease
In a new study, researchers found mutations in the gene that encodes a protein called adenine nucleotide translocator (ANT) cause a variety of conditions,...
Exercise can now be prescribed like medicine for people with cancer
It’s well known that exercise is good for preventing and treating many forms of heart disease, but less commonly known are the benefits of...
Even short-term ‘vaping’ causes inflammation in non-smokers
In a new study, researchers found e-cigarette (e-cig) use is rising at concerning levels among both smokers and non-smokers.
Even short-term e-cig use can cause...
This tooth disease linked to cognitive decline, dementia
In a new study, researchers found cognitive functioning and dementia can dramatically affect the conditions for oral health.
They found periodontitis is as clear a...
This mind-body therapy may decrease opioid addiction, increase joy
In a new study, researchers found that a specific mind-body therapy, Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE), could increase the brain's response to natural, healthy rewards...
Lowering blood pressure may prevent new brain lesions in older people
Many people know treating high blood pressure reduces the odds of a heart attack, stroke or heart failure.
A new study suggests another added benefit:...
For healthy people, benefits of statins ‘may be marginal at best’
In a new study, researchers found the benefits of statins for people without heart disease (known as primary prevention) are small and uncertain and...