‘Magic mushroom’ could reduce depression and motor issues in Parkinson’s
A recent study by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has uncovered promising results from using psilocybin—the active ingredient in "magic...
Chemical exposure in plastics linked to worldwide death in heart disease
A new global study has found that daily exposure to a chemical used in many plastic products may be linked to more than 365,000...
Both lifestyle and metformin can control type 2 diabetes well
A major U.S. health study has confirmed that lifestyle changes and the medication metformin can help prevent type 2 diabetes over the long term....
Alzheimer’s risk may begin in your 20s or 30s, study finds
A new study from Columbia University has revealed that warning signs linked to Alzheimer’s disease may appear much earlier in life than previously believed—even...
These everyday foods can affect your kidney health
Your kidneys are two small but powerful organs that do a big job. They clean waste from your blood, balance your body’s fluids, and...
Study finds big cause of heart scarring and shorter lifespan in men
Scientists at the University of Virginia have made a major discovery that helps explain why men often live shorter lives than women. Their research...
Research shows a big cause of diabetes in older people
Scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University have made an important discovery about how aging might lead to diabetes, especially in older adults. Their research focused...
How to choose the right drug for irregular heartbeat
An irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia, happens when the heart doesn’t beat in a steady rhythm. It may beat too fast, too slow, or in...
Eating prunes may help lower blood pressure
Prunes, which are simply dried plums, are known for their natural sweetness and chewy texture. What makes them special is that they contain no...
Don’t ignore the silent warning signs of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest types of cancer, mainly because it is hard to detect early. The pancreas is a small organ...