These blood fats could cause inflammation, harm blood vessels and kidneys
A recent study from Saarland University found that high levels of a special group of lipids, triglycerides, could cause inflammation and damage kidneys and blood...
Childhood trauma may lead to this dangerous brain disease in adults
In people with a functional neurological disorder (FND), the brain generally appears structurally normal on clinical MRI scans but functions incorrectly (akin to a...
These two prebiotics may help treat skin cancer, colon cancer
In a new study, researchers found that two prebiotics, mucin and inulin, slowed the growth of melanoma by boosting the immune system's ability to...
There may be no “normal” resting heart rate
In a new study, researchers found that a person's normal resting heart rate is fairly consistent over time, but may vary from others' by...
New sperm test may show autism risk in future children
While the causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are not fully understood, researchers believe both genetics and environment play a role.
In some cases, the...
For older people, one missed doctor’s visit may lead to vision loss
In a new study, researchers found that missing a single ophthalmology appointment over a two-year period was linked to decreased visual acuity for patients...
Green neighborhoods may help delay menopause
Living near green spaces is associated with a wide variety of benefits, including a lower risk of obesity, improved attention capacity in children and...
Main causes of muscle loss and how to prevent it
Starting around age 35, we begin to lose muscle mass.
Although regular exercisers lose muscle as they age, inactive people can lose as much as...
Subtle cognitive decline could predict Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is progressive but slow to develop—or at least to reveal itself.
In a new study, researchers found that early, subtle differences in...
Your brain may be disguising a blinding eye disease
Even though Marlene Klein was having trouble recognizing familiar faces and began to mistake her fingers for carrots as she chopped vegetables, she had...