‘Yo-yo dieting’ may quietly harm women’s metabolism
Many people try to lose weight more than once in their lives. They diet, lose weight, then slowly gain it back. This pattern is...
What an ancient jellyfish can teach us about the evolution of sleep
An upside-down jellyfish drifts in a shallow lagoon, rhythmically contracting its translucent bell.
By night that beat drops from roughly 36 pulses a minute to...
How sleep apnea can quietly harm your brain
Obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, is a sleep problem that many people around the world have. It happens when the muscles in your throat...
New diabetes drug works faster and helps you lose weight
A new study has found that the diabetes drug tirzepatide helps people lower their blood sugar and lose weight more quickly than other commonly...
Being a “night owl” could quietly hurt your heart, research warns
Many people see themselves as night owls. They feel more alert in the evening, enjoy staying up late, and often struggle with early mornings.
While...
Why you fall asleep on the sofa but not in bed
Have you ever dozed off on the sofa while watching TV, only to find yourself wide awake once you crawl into bed? You’re not...
How stress makes gut inflammation worse
For a long time, people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have said that stress makes their symptoms worse.
Doctors have noticed this too, but until...
Being active in adulthood can reduce long-term stress
A new long-term study from Finland has found that adults who stay physically active are less likely to suffer from the harmful effects of...
Berberine does not reduce belly or liver fat, study finds
A new study has found that taking berberine, a plant-based supplement, for six months did not reduce belly fat or liver fat in people...
Weight loss drugs online: what many people don’t realize before clicking ‘buy’
In recent years, weight loss drugs have become extremely popular, especially medications known as GLP-1 drugs. These medicines were first created to help people...