Do fried potatoes increase your blood pressure? Not always
Potatoes are a favorite food for many people around the world. Whether they’re baked, mashed, boiled, or turned into crispy fries, potatoes are a...
Common drugs might affect memory function in older adults, study finds
Sometimes, the medicines we take to treat everyday health problems can come with hidden side effects. A new study from the University of California,...
Common dietary fiber could help fight fatty liver disease
Scientists have found that a special kind of starch could make a big difference for people living with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD....
Can coffee help reduce diabetes?
For many people, the day doesn’t feel like it’s started until they’ve had their morning coffee. But if you have diabetes—or are trying to...
A common painkiller may strongly lower blood pressure
Acetaminophen is one of the most commonly used medicines in the world. Many people take it when they have a headache, a fever, or...
New AI tool could help detect lung cancer four months earlier
A new artificial intelligence (AI) tool could soon help general practitioners (GPs) detect lung cancer in patients up to four months earlier than current...
Empathy may stay strong in people with Alzheimer’s, study finds
A new study from researchers at University College London (UCL) shows that people with Alzheimer’s disease may keep their ability to feel empathy, even...
Eating an inflammatory diet may increase kidney disease risk
People who regularly eat foods that promote inflammation may be more likely to develop chronic kidney disease (CKD), according to a new review published...
Cholesterol-lowering drugs may help cancer patients live longer, study finds
A new study suggests that people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL) may live longer if they are already taking...
Walnuts may help reduce inflammation and lower colon cancer risk
A new study from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine has found that eating walnuts may help reduce inflammation throughout the body and...