Why do we need to sleep?
In a captivating blend of physics and biology, researchers from Washington University in St. Louis have proposed a new theory on the purpose of...
Friend and family visits may reduce your death risk, study finds
A recent study shows that people who aren't visited by friends or family have a higher chance of dying earlier.
The study, which looks at...
Exercise and socializing help boost memory function in older people
A recent study by the University of Zurich has brought to light an intriguing aspect of aging: staying physically and socially active in old...
Inflammation levels may impact weight loss success after bariatric surgery
Obesity is a growing concern worldwide, placing a significant financial burden on healthcare systems.
In the UK, the National Health Service (NHS) spends approximately £6...
Instagram could help promote awareness of stuttering
A recent study conducted by Charles Darwin University and Michigan State University has uncovered a surprising gap in reliable information about stuttering on Instagram.
The...
Free-time exercise may strongly reduce heart disease risk
Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Kaiser Permanente have revealed a significant link between lack of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) in adults and...
Lifestyle and health factors play a key role in dementia prevention
A groundbreaking study has shifted the understanding of young-onset dementia, showing that genetics aren't the only cause.
This revelation opens the door to innovative prevention...
Why stress is linked to metabolic syndrome
A recent study, published in Brain, Behavior, & Immunity—Health, has shed new light on the complex interplay between stress, inflammation, and metabolic syndrome.
Led by...
The pros, cons and unknowns of popular weight-loss drugs
Nearly 42% of American adults were categorized as obese from 2017 to 2020, up from roughly 30% in 2000, according to the Centers for...
Obesity is linked to blood cancer precursor
New research published in Blood Advances reveals a significant connection between obesity and the risk of developing monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS), a...