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Cannabis may cause tooth decay and tooth loss

It is well known that smoking cannabis can harm the lungs, heart, and brain. Now, new research suggests that frequent cannabis smoking can also...

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with actual hearts in mind

Valentine's Day is a celebration of the heart. But some of the clichéd approaches to commemorate it – we're looking at you, big red...

Broccoli compound may help control blood sugar in prediabetes

A natural compound found in broccoli sprouts, called sulforaphane, may help lower blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes. This was discovered in a...

Scientists discover a key cause of heart disease

A recent study from New York University has found that platelets, the tiny fragments in our blood that help with clotting, also play a...

This drug may help slow cognitive decline in people with type 2 diabetes

Metformin, a widely used medication for type 2 diabetes, may also help slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk of dementia, according to a...

This common painkiller may raise heart disease risk in high blood pressure

A recent study from the University of Edinburgh suggests that long-term use of paracetamol may increase the risk of heart disease and strokes in...

The 80-80-80 target could save millions from high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a major cause of heart disease and strokes. These conditions kill millions of people worldwide every year. Despite...

Study shows a big hidden cause of chronic inflammation and how to fix it

Inflammation is a natural part of the body's healing process, helping to fight infections and repair injuries. However, when it becomes long-term, it can...

Popular weight loss diet may increase cancer and heart disease risk

A recent review study suggests that ketogenic (keto) diets may put certain groups, including pregnant women and people with kidney disease, at risk of...

Common chemical in everyday products may raise your liver cancer risk

Scientists from the University of Southern California have found that exposure to a widely used synthetic chemical is linked to a higher risk of...