Resolve to get healthier, lose weight? Setting BMI goal might not be best way
This is the time of year when Americans tend to make resolutions to eat better, get in shape, and maybe drop a few pounds....
Can ‘colored noise’ really improve our sleep?
One in four people suffer from some kind of sleep disorder—insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, hypersomnia, restless legs syndrome. And for a quarter of them,...
Simple steps to a healthier life and better weight loss
Imagine wanting to lose weight to feel better and live a healthier life. For people who are significantly overweight, even losing a small amount...
Genes can affect your blood pressure from childhood, study finds
In a new study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), researchers, including Ph.D. candidate Karsten Øvretveit, are delving into the link...
How fruit sugar causes obesity
Obesity is a global health crisis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It's a complex condition with many contributing factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and diet.
Among...
These fruits may hold key to beating obesity, diabetes, heart disease
Researchers at Western University have made an intriguing discovery about a compound found in sweet oranges and tangerines. This compound, known as nobiletin, might...
How noise might affect your blood pressure
When we think about what could cause high blood pressure, factors like diet, exercise, and genetics usually come to mind.
But there's a potential risk...
Gut feeling: simple steps to boost your gut health
In recent years, the topic of gut health has moved from the fringes of health discussions to center stage, and for good reason. A...
The heart-healthy benefits of a weight-loss drug
In a recent breakthrough by UT Southwestern researchers, a commonly used weight-loss medication, liraglutide, has been shown to have significant benefits for heart health,...
Scientists find a big cause of tooth decay, gum disease
In a study from Umeå University in Sweden, researchers have taken a significant step forward in understanding the complex relationship between genetics and dental...