This common snack can harm your blood pressure, heart health
Licorice has been used for centuries in traditional medicine across Europe and Asia.
The root of the licorice plant, a low-growing shrub mainly grown in...
Study finds big cause of memory loss in older people
Your brain has a special defense system called the blood-brain barrier. This network of tiny blood vessels controls what can enter the brain from...
Penicillin use may help lower Parkinson’s risk, study finds
A surprising new study from Rutgers Health has found that people who took penicillin antibiotics multiple times had a slightly lower risk of developing...
How high blood pressure reshapes blood vessels
Scientists at Michigan Medicine have uncovered how a common genetic variant linked to high blood pressure causes long-term changes in blood vessel structure—raising the...
Almonds may boost heart health and support a healthier body, studies show
Swapping out snacks like biscuits and crisps for almonds may do more than just improve your diet—it could help protect your heart.
New research led...
Some blood pressure drugs are linked to bowel diseases
High blood pressure is a serious medical condition that affects about one in ten adults worldwide.
If left untreated, it can lead to heart attacks,...
Drinking coffee may help protect your heart, study finds
Good news for coffee lovers: drinking up to three cups of coffee a day may actually be good for your heart.
A recent study from...
Are common sleep drugs linked to dementia? New study urges caution
Insomnia—difficulty falling or staying asleep—is a common problem that affects millions of people.
To get a better night’s sleep, many turn to sleep medications, whether...
Study shows hidden link between autoimmune disorders and blood cancer
Your immune system is like your body’s personal security team. Its job is to protect you from germs like viruses and bacteria. Most of...
Can epilepsy drugs raise the risk of Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a serious condition that slowly affects how people move. It often begins with mild symptoms like shaking hands, stiff muscles, or...