New Drug May Fight Alzheimer’s at Its Earliest Stages
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects millions of people worldwide. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and the ability to...
New Drug Could Slow Kidney Disease in Millions Without Diabetes
Chronic kidney disease affects hundreds of millions of people around the world.
The condition develops when the kidneys slowly lose their ability to remove waste...
Could Eating Too Many Chili Peppers Raise Cancer Risk?
Many people enjoy spicy food, and chili peppers are an important part of diets around the world.
Besides adding heat and flavor, chili peppers contain...
Popular Sugar Substitutes May Be Linked to Faster Memory Loss
Many people choose foods and drinks with artificial sweeteners because they contain little or no sugar. These products are often promoted as better choices...
Sugary Gum May Boost Blood Pressure Benefits of Beetroot
Scientists have discovered an unexpected link between chewing sugary gum and the way the body processes healthy vegetables.
A new study suggests that chewing a...
Popular Sleep Supplement May Help Reduce Chronic Pain
Melatonin is widely known as the hormone that helps people fall asleep, but scientists are discovering that it may have other important effects in...
Sugar-Coated Therapy Could Boost Survival in Deadly Brain Cancer
Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a new experimental treatment that could one day improve care for people with glioblastoma, the most aggressive...
A Hidden Way Exercise May Protect Your Heart
Most people know that regular exercise helps lower blood pressure, improve fitness, and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Scientists have now discovered another possible...
What Is the Best Blood Pressure Target After 60?
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, becomes more common as people grow older. If it is not controlled, it can increase the risk of...
Early Warning Signs of Early Death Older People Shouldn’t Ignore
Feeling tired is something many people expect as they get older. Many believe that having less energy is simply a normal part of aging.
However,...