Fatty liver disease linked to increased death risk
A large study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden found that people with fatty liver disease are almost twice as likely to die compared to...
Artificial sweeteners may speed up memory loss, study finds
Many people turn to low- and no-calorie sweeteners as a healthier option to cut down on sugar.
These artificial sweeteners are often found in diet...
How calcium may hold the key to treating high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health issue in the United States.
It can lead to deadly problems like heart disease and...
This sleep hormone may also boost your memory
We all know how important memory is in everyday life—from remembering where we put our keys to learning new things at school or work.
Now,...
Could a common fungus trigger Alzheimer’s disease?
For a long time, scientists have known there might be a connection between fungi and brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
But how exactly this happens has...
Scientists find a major cause of liver cancer growth
Liver cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the world.
It attacks a vital organ that helps our bodies in many ways—by digesting nutrients,...
More older Americans are having dangerous blood pressure spikes
A new study from Yale University has revealed a serious health concern: more older Americans are being hospitalized for sudden, dangerous spikes in blood...
New ultrasound helmet can safely reach deep brain areas without surgery
A new ultrasound device that can reach deep areas of the brain without surgery has been developed by researchers from University College London (UCL)...
Salt substitute use still low among U.S. adults with high blood pressure
Few Americans with high blood pressure are using salt substitutes, even though these products are an easy and effective way to reduce sodium intake...
Being too positive is an early sign of cognitive decline, study finds
As people grow older, they often see the world in a more positive way.
For example, they may look at a neutral or even slightly...