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A new pill for type 2 diabetes and obesity shows promise without common side...

A group of scientists in Sweden has discovered a new drug that may help people with type 2 diabetes and obesity. This drug could...

Focusing on these two things after retirement is very important

A new study from South Australia has found that most people don’t change their diet or exercise habits much after they retire. This suggests that...

How your gut bugs could help you lose weight and keep it off

Maggie Stanislawski, Ph.D., is not a bug expert in the traditional sense. She’s an assistant professor of biomedical informatics who spends her days studying...

Reducing sleep drug use may help older people live longer

Millions of older Americans take prescription sleep medications to deal with insomnia. These drugs include popular ones like Ambien and other sedatives called benzodiazepines. Although...

Could this failed Alzheimer’s drug be the key to fighting obesity?

Obesity has become a major health problem across the world. It raises the chances of getting serious diseases like heart problems, type 2 diabetes,...

Regular aerobic exercise may slow brain aging in midlife

Taking care of your brain is something we should all think about—no matter our age. A new study from the AdventHealth Research Institute brings some...

Why strict diets are a bad idea for long-term weight loss

Those hoping to lose weight this year might be tempted to try to a diet challenge in the hopes of kick-starting their weight loss....

Exercise, meditation, nature walks and more all can boost mental health

As the new year begins, many people are looking for ways to feel better, healthier, and more balanced. But with so many options—like going to...

Sleeping less than 7 hours could shorten your life, study confirms

Getting enough sleep every night might be more important for a long life than many people think. New research from Oregon Health & Science University...

A surprising obesity breakthrough: Alzheimer’s drug may help burn fat

Obesity is one of the biggest health issues facing the world today. It increases the chance of getting many dangerous diseases, like heart disease,...