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Can grape seed extract help slow prostate cancer growth?

Grape seed extract, a natural supplement made from the seeds of wine grapes, is already known for its benefits in lowering cholesterol and blood...

How the body’s tiniest organ may hold the key to lowering blood pressure

It’s hard to believe, but a tiny organ in your neck, about the size of a grain of rice, may be one of the...

Your body’s internal clock could be the secret weapon against cancer

Every cell in your body follows a 24-hour schedule known as a circadian rhythm. This schedule is controlled by a master clock in your...

Study finds the key to preventing dementia in the brain

A new study from the University of Cambridge has uncovered a surprising link between the brain’s waste-clearing system and the risk of developing dementia. The...

This new blood pressure drug could treat disease more effectively

A new blood pressure medicine called lorundrostat is showing real promise for people who struggle to control their high blood pressure. A recent clinical trial...

Can marijuana increase risk of heart rhythm disorder?

Medical marijuana is becoming more popular around the world for treating long-term pain, but new research suggests it might not be completely safe for...

Surprising benefits and risks of diabetes medicine metformin

Metformin is one of the most widely used medicines for treating type 2 diabetes. This is a condition where the body struggles to keep blood...

Mixing ibuprofen with blood pressure drugs could harm your kidneys

Many people take medicine for high blood pressure every day to stay healthy. At the same time, they might also use common painkillers like...

The best time to take blood pressure pills could save your life

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the most common health problems around the world. It happens when the pressure of your blood...

Diabetes now affects 1 in 6 American adults

Diabetes is becoming more and more common in the United States. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that...