A Fitter Body Could Mean Healthier Kidneys
Kidney disease often develops quietly. A person can lose part of their kidney function without feeling ill, which means prevention may need to begin...
This Weight-Loss Hormone May Protect the Liver Even Without Weight Loss
A message sent from the brain may help calm an inflamed liver, according to new research from McMaster University.
The surprising discovery began with GDF15,...
Common Heart Drugs May Disrupt Your Sleep
Getting enough sleep is essential for both physical and mental health.
During sleep, the body repairs itself, the brain processes information, and systems that control...
Citrus Compound Shows Promise Against Obesity
Scientists have found that a natural substance in some citrus fruits may help protect against obesity and health problems linked to it.
The compound, called...
Why Exercise at Work May Not Protect the Brain
For years, exercise has been promoted as one of the best ways to protect the brain as people grow older.
But a large new study...
Simple Ways to Protect Your Knees
Knee pain is extremely common, especially as people get older.
One of the most frequent causes is osteoarthritis, a condition that slowly changes the tissues...
New Obesity Treatment Burns More Energy Instead of Cutting Appetite
Powerful weight-loss medicines have changed the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes in only a few years.
Drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and...
New Drug Could Achieve Weight Loss More Easily
An experimental drug once studied for Alzheimer’s disease and other conditions may have an unexpected use: helping the body fight obesity.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins...
Want a Happier Marriage? Exercising Together May Help
Exercise is well known for improving physical health, reducing stress and supporting mental well-being.
Now, new research suggests it may offer another benefit: helping couples...
New Ultrasound Patch Could Help People Reach Deep, Restorative REM Sleep Faster
Scientists have developed a wearable ultrasound patch that could help people get more REM sleep without taking medication or undergoing surgery.
The technology, developed by...