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This daily nutrient may play a critical role in treating Alzheimer’s disease

Choline is an important nutrient that is naturally present in some foods and can be used as a dietary supplement. All plant and animal cells...

New brain discovery may improve earlier diagnosis of autism

In a new study, researchers have found differences in the brainwaves of autistic teenagers responsible for their visual perception. This could assist in earlier diagnosis...

Big waistline linked to higher risk of obesity-related dementia

In a new study, researchers found waist circumference is a more accurate indicator of abdominal visceral fat level than body mass index (BMI) in...

Mind-body therapy may reduce pain, decrease opioid use

In a new study, researchers found that certain mind-body therapies can reduce pain, as well as reduce opioid use, among patients treated with prescription...

These 10 drugs linked to higher suicide risk

In a new study, researchers found 10 prescription drugs are linked to an increased rate of suicide attempts. The 10 drugs include the opioid painkiller...

Alzheimer’s disease impacts women more and differently

November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month, and many people don't realize that of the 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer's disease, nearly two-thirds are women. The...

Researchers now have a new cure for baldness

In a recent study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, researchers have discovered that reversing baldness could someday be as easy as wearing a hat. They...

This dietary supplement may help treat type 2 diabetes

Gingko biloba is one of the oldest living tree species. Most Ginkgo products are made with extract prepared from leaves. It is commonly available as...

Scientists discover one possible cause of bowel cancer

In a new study, researchers found people who have a certain type of bacteria in their guts may be at greater risk of developing...

New gene therapy combo may treat heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes together

As we age, our bodies tend to develop diseases like heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, and obesity, and the presence of any one disease...