This type of sugar may cause metabolic disease, study finds
Many people believe that all calories are equal. If two foods contain the same number of calories, they are often seen as having the...
Some plant-based diets may increase dementia risk
Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, is a serious condition that affects memory, thinking, and the ability to live independently.
As populations age, more people are being...
New finding may lead to a cure for bone density loss
Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because it develops slowly and without clear symptoms. Over time, bones become weaker and more likely to...
Could Alzheimer’s disease start outside the brain?
Alzheimer’s disease is usually known as a brain condition. Most people think of memory loss, confusion, and changes in thinking as the main signs.
Doctors...
The silent warning signs of heart blockage you should never ignore
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death around the world, and one of the most common types is coronary artery disease.
This...
Widely used blood pressure drug may increase risk of bowel diseases, study finds
Diverticulosis is a common condition, especially in older adults. It happens when small pouch-like sacs form in the wall of the large intestine.
In many...
Scientists discover a new cause of common liver disease
In an important new study, researchers have found that a single small change in a person’s DNA may directly cause a common liver disease.
This...
Common blood pressure drug linked to sudden heart stop, study finds
A large study from Europe has raised fresh concerns about a widely used medicine for high blood pressure.
The drug, called nifedipine, has been used...
These two drugs could help treat unexplained nerve pain, study finds
Chronic nerve pain is a difficult condition that affects millions of people around the world. In the United States alone, more than 20 million...
Lower blood pressure targets may offer better heart protection for older people
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a very common health problem around the world. Many people have it without even knowing, because it...