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Western diet may increase risk of vision loss in older people

Scientists from the University at Buffalo have found that people who follow a Western-style diet—high in red and processed meat, fried foods, refined grains,...

Walnuts could help reduce ‘bad’ blood cholesterol and high blood pressure

Scientists from Imo State University and other institutions have found that eating walnuts daily may help reduce “bad” blood cholesterol and high blood pressure. Nuts...

Tea and coffee may help lower your risk of stroke and dementia

Scientists from Tianjin Medical University have found that drinking tea and coffee is linked to lower risks of stroke and dementia. Coffee and tea are...

Scientists find a diet that can treat fatty liver disease, obesity

A new study has found that an experimental high-protein, lower-carbohydrate diet or a medication called orlistat could help reduce liver fat in Asian patients...

Scientists discover key gene that may speed up aging

Scientists have discovered a gene that could play a major role in how we age. This exciting finding might lead to new treatments that slow...

A simple daily habit can lower blood pressure and protect your heart

The American Heart Association (AHA) is encouraging doctors to help people with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol become more active and spend less...

Alzheimer’s may be fueled by sleep loss, study finds

People with Alzheimer’s disease often struggle with sleep. They may toss and turn at night, take long naps during the day, and become confused...

Study finds the top drug choices for type 2 diabetes

A new study from the University of North Carolina has helped doctors and patients better understand which medications are most helpful for people with...

What to eat and to avoid for high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the "silent killer" because it often doesn't have obvious symptoms but can lead to serious health...

Zinc and vitamin B6 linked to lower risk of death from heart disease

Scientists from Tianjin Medical University and other institutions have found that adequate intake of zinc and vitamin B6 is linked to a lower risk...