Scientists find major cause of aging and inflammation in older people
Researchers have identified a gene that could play a major role in the aging process, offering new possibilities for treatments to slow down age-related...
Managing diabetes can help prevent vision loss
Diabetes is a serious health condition that affects more than 1 in 10 adults worldwide. One of its biggest risks is damage to the...
Inflammation may affect bone density over time, study finds
A new study from the Keck School of Medicine at USC has found that proteins linked to inflammation may play a role in bone...
Heart disease may cause early brain dysfunction and increase Alzheimer’s risk
New research has found that heart disease can directly cause brain dysfunction, potentially leading to dementia even before visible damage appears in the brain’s...
This alcohol addiction treatment may help lower blood pressure
A recent study from Kaiser Permanente suggests that a simple and short-term approach to addressing alcohol use in primary care may help improve health...
Study finds the right blood pressure target for people over 60
As people get older, keeping their blood pressure at a healthy level becomes more important, but also more complicated. High blood pressure, or hypertension,...
Study finds surprising cause of muscle weakness in older adults
As people get older, they often notice that their muscles don’t feel as strong as they once did. Many assume this is just a...
Lack of this nutrient may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Choline is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in overall health. While the liver produces small amounts of it, most of the...
Can eyes shows cause of heart disease?
A recent study from St George’s and other institutions has found that the shape and size of blood vessels in the eye may provide...
Compound in oranges may reduce obesity, heart disease risk
A recent study from Western University has found that a natural compound found in sweet oranges and tangerines, called nobiletin, may help reduce obesity, lower diabetes risk,...