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Baking soda may fight inflammation, but increase type 2 diabetes risk

In a new study, researchers found that the common pantry staple baking soda affects inflammation and insulin handling in type 2 diabetes. The research was...

Watching TV may harm your heart health more than sitting at work

In a new study, researchers found that not all types of sitting are equally unhealthy for people’s heart health. They found that leisure-time sitting (while...

These 2 foods linked to diabetes, stroke and heart disease

In a recent study, researchers found that salt and too many processed meats are linked to most deaths from diabetes, stroke and heart disease. They...

Pink noise may boost deep sleep, improve memory in older people

In a new study, researchers found that gentle sounds played during specific times during sleep could enhance deep or slow-wave sleep. The effect is strong...
Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may increase risk of type 2 diabetes

Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may increase risk of type 2 diabetes

In a new study, researchers found that people who were prescribed cholesterol-lowering statins had at least double the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In...
A better way to choose the right high blood pressure drug for you

A better way to choose the right high blood pressure drug for you

In a new study, researchers have found a better way to predict the benefits and side effects of blood pressure drugs. The new method...
7 big factors may increase prostate cancer risk

7 big factors may increase prostate cancer risk

Prostate cancer is most common in older men. In the U.S., about 20% of men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Most men diagnosed with prostate cancer...
8 simple tips to avoid exercise injuries

8 simple tips to avoid exercise injuries

It is known that regular exercise is good for our body and safe for most everyone. However, with any type of exercise, there is a...
Soy protein could protect your heart health, lowering cholesterol

Soy protein could protect your heart health, lowering cholesterol

In a new study, researchers found that soy food high in protein, such as soy milk and tofu, could provide a consistent cholesterol-lowering health...
Bad sleep in one's 50s, 60s may increase risk of Alzheimer's disease

Bad sleep in one’s 50s, 60s may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that people who report a decreased quality of sleep as they age from their 50s to their 60s...