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Monthly lifestyle counseling could improve health in people with diabetes

In a new study, researchers found that monthly lifestyle counseling may improve health in people with type 2 diabetes. The research was conducted by a...

Compound in this flower may kill cancer

In a new study, researchers found that it's possible to produce a compound with anti-cancer properties directly from feverfew—a common flowering garden plant. They extracted...

‘Ugly cholesterol’ could increase heart disease risk

In a new study, researchers found that the amount of remnant cholesterol in the blood, the so-called ugly cholesterol, is much higher than previously...

Brain can change years before Alzheimer’s symptoms appear

In a new study, researchers found that biological and anatomical brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease that occur three to 10 years, some even...

1 in 10 senior people binge drink, says study

In a new study, researchers found that more than a tenth of adults age 65 and older currently binge drink. This puts them at risk...

Healthy older people who stop taking statins have higher heart disease risk

In a new study, researchers found healthy people aged 75 and over, with no previous history of cardiovascular disease need to keep using statins. If...

This Indian herb may help fight diabetes

In a new study, researchers found that extracts of an Indian medical herb may help reduce blood glucose levels in diabetes. The herb is Withania...

This diet may help improve cancer treatment

In a new study, researchers found that a healthy diet may help with cancer treatment. They found limiting the intake of an amino acid found...

Older people need regular tests for diabetes, heart disease

In a new guideline, researchers suggest that older people should have regular health checks for diabetes and heart disease. The tests include measuring waistline, blood...

Liver problems linked to Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found new connections between liver dysfunction and Alzheimer's disease. The finding paves a new path toward a systems-level view of...