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Natural ways to lower high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that can lead to serious problems like heart disease and stroke if not managed...

Why low-dose ketamine can reduce depression quickly

Researchers have uncovered how low doses of ketamine rapidly reduce symptoms of major depression, providing relief in just hours, with effects lasting several days. This...

How diet and exercise could help prevent nerve damage in diabetes

A new study from Michigan Medicine suggests that following a low-calorie diet and doing high-intensity exercise could reduce nerve damage in prediabetic mice. This research...

Too much standing at work? It could raise your blood pressure

A recent Finnish study has revealed that standing for long periods at work can negatively affect blood pressure. Researchers found that prolonged standing during the...

Scientists uncover a key link in skin cancer growth and spread

Melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, develops from pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. One major cause of melanoma is too much ultraviolet (UV) light exposure,...

Younger diabetes diagnosis linked to higher dementia risk, study finds

A new study has found that people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at a younger age face a higher risk of developing dementia compared...

Most Americans don’t know drinking alcohol raises cancer risk, study finds

A new survey shows that many Americans don’t realize drinking alcohol can increase the risk of cancer. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

How stress can cause heart disease and cancer

Stress is an unavoidable part of life, but its effects on the body can go far beyond temporary frustration or worry. Research has shown...

How to reduce sugar cravings in people with diabetes

Living with diabetes often means a constant battle with sugar cravings. These cravings can feel overwhelming and frustrating, especially when managing blood sugar levels...

Scientists find a big cause of early death in men

Scientists at the University of Virginia have discovered that the loss of the male Y chromosome, which happens in many men as they age,...