The hidden costs of yo-yo dieting
A new study sheds light on the negative social and psychological effects of yo-yo dieting, also known as weight cycling.
The research, conducted by North...
Night owls at higher risk of this artery problem, study finds
A study from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden has revealed a strong link between our sleep habits and heart health.
Published in the journal...
5 of the best treatments for eczema in winter
In the winter, the cold, dry air and indoor heating can wreak havoc on sensitive skin, especially for those with hand or facial eczema.
Turning...
People in the world’s ‘blue zones’ live longer – their diet could hold the...
Ageing is an inevitable part of life, which may explain our strong fascination with the quest for longevity.
The allure of eternal youth drives a...
Self-compassion is a key to successful weight loss
A study from Drexel University's WELL Center suggests that self-compassion could be a crucial factor in successful weight loss.
The research, published in the journal...
Plant-based low-carb diets linked to slower weight gain
A new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, set to be published in JAMA Network Open, suggests that the type of...
Scientists find new way to treat long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome
A recent study by the University of Otago has brought hope to those suffering from long COVID and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS).
This pilot...
Disrupted sleep in 30s and 40s linked to later cognitive issues
New research published in the journal Neurology® by the American Academy of Neurology suggests a potential link between disrupted sleep in middle age and...
Why a drink before bedtime can ruin your sleep
Many people believe that having a drink before bed can help them sleep better.
However, a team of sleep experts and neuroscientists from the E.P....
Revolutionary diabetes drug shows remarkable weight loss results
Scientists from Yale and other institutions have made a groundbreaking discovery in the fight against obesity.
They found that tirzepatide, a drug recently approved for...