Sleep and mental health have a vital link
Recent research has uncovered a significant connection between sleep problems, our body's internal clock (also known as our circadian rhythm), and the development or...
Understanding cold weather and heart attack risks
As the mercury drops, many of us enjoy the crisp air, snowflakes, and the chance to wrap up in our coziest sweaters. Yet, there's...
Rainwater may increase survival chances in lightning strikes
A new study from the Technical University of Ilmenau has brought to light a fascinating discovery: rainwater on the scalp could significantly increase a...
Some blood pressure drug offers a new hope for longevity
As time marches on, our bodies inevitably face the realities of aging, grappling with a decline in function and a heightened risk of disease.
Scientists...
Why BMI can be inaccurate and misleading about your health
For years, the Body Mass Index (BMI) has been a standard tool for assessing a person's health based on their weight and height.
It's a...
Can you be obese and healthy?
For decades, obesity has been labeled a clear and unequivocal enemy of good health, implicated in a host of chronic diseases including diabetes, heart...
Shedding pounds to lower blood pressure
In the quest for better health, two common goals often emerge: losing weight and lowering high blood pressure. But did you know that these...
The life-changing health benefits of quitting smoking
Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions someone can make for their health, and it's never too late to start.
Researchers from the University...
The truth about liver cleanses: helpful or hype?
In the wellness world, liver cleanses have been touted as a way to detoxify your body, lose weight, and even improve liver function.
But amidst...
How weight loss affects heart failure
Navigating the complex relationship between weight loss and heart failure is akin to walking a tightrope.
On one hand, carrying excess weight is a well-documented...