Why cocoa may lower heart disease and high blood pressure risks
Two recent studies published in the journals Age and British Journal of Nutrition reveal that cocoa flavanols—a type of plant-based compound found in cacao...
Study finds big cause of treatment resistance in cancer
Scientists at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have made an important discovery about why some cancers are so hard to treat.
They...
Popular weight loss drug may weaken your muscles without you knowing
Many people are turning to a weight-loss drug called semaglutide, hoping it can help them slim down and improve their health.
It’s often used to...
This health problem may be a silent sign of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly types of cancer.
It often goes unnoticed until it reaches a very serious stage, making it difficult...
Popular pain relief pills may affect heart, kidney, sleep and body weight
Many people use painkillers every day to help with everything from sore muscles to long-term pain conditions.
These medicines can make life easier by reducing...
Popular cholesterol-lowering drugs have surprising side effects
Doctors often prescribe cholesterol-lowering drugs to help people stay healthy as they get older.
These medicines are mainly used to reduce the risk of heart...
Study shows big cause of autism, ADHD
Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have discovered something important about how the brain grows during childhood.
They found that inflammation—your body’s...
Is your blood pressure medicine safe? what you need to know about chlorthalidone
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that affects many people around the world.
It happens when the force of your...
Two common drugs may boost brain health in early Alzheimer’s
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment can be overwhelming.
These conditions slowly affect memory, thinking, and daily functioning. Until recently, treatment options...
Could anxiety drugs be harming your memory function?
Benzodiazepines are medications often used to treat anxiety and sleep problems.
They work well in the short term and are commonly prescribed by doctors. But...