Obesity and inflammation may increase lung aging and COPD risk
A new study from Brazil has found that damage to the lungs in younger adults isn't just caused by smoking.
Obesity and inflammation in the...
Good sleep starts in the gut
You might think good sleep happens in your brain, but restorative sleep actually begins much lower in the body: in the gut.
The community of...
Scientists find a new way to rejuvenate the aging immune system
As we get older, our immune system slowly loses its edge.
One of the biggest changes happens in T cells, a type of white blood...
Belly fat may harm the heart more than overall weight
A large research study has found that carrying extra fat around the belly—often called a "beer belly"—may be more harmful to the heart than...
This sleep hormone may protect your memory secretly
Scientists from Tokyo Medical and Dental University have found something exciting that could help protect memory as we get older.
Their study focused on melatonin,...
Staying active through life lowers risk of metabolic syndrome in your 60s
A new long-term Finnish study shows that adults who stay physically active throughout their lives are much less likely to develop metabolic syndrome by...
Can cannabis or alcohol help you sleep at night?
New research from the University of Michigan shows that using substances like cannabis or alcohol to fall asleep is quite common among young adults.
According...
A new way to prevent gum disease without wiping out good bacteria
All living things adapt to survive, and bacteria are no different. Over time, some harmful bacteria have become resistant to antibiotics and disinfectants.
This has...
Tips for families to navigate eating, physical activity and sleep in the holiday season
The holiday season is a time of exciting activities, family get-togethers and a time away from the normal work and school routine. As a...
Why vitamin C could help control overweight
A new study from the University of Otago in Christchurch has found that people who weigh more may not be getting enough vitamin C....