Understanding your health risks: the importance of metabolic health and weight
You might think that slim people are always healthier than overweight ones. That's not entirely true.
Recent research says lean people who have certain health...
Why eating disorder treatments only work half the time, according to a psychologist
No single treatment will work for all people with eating disorders.
Even the most highly researched evidence-based treatment may work for some people, but less...
Creative people more likely to be idle
Are you the type who's always daydreaming or lost in thought? Well, good news! According to a new study from the University of Arizona,...
Is high BMI always a death sentence? Rutgers university study explores
Body Mass Index, often referred to as BMI, is a way we measure a person's weight. It's just a simple calculation based on your...
Mindfulness meditation may reduce fatigue, study finds
Feeling fatigued—lacking energy and motivation— is a universal human experience.
While sometimes it can be a symptom of a medical condition, it is often caused...
Weight-loss surgery: a ray of hope for sleep apnea patients
If you or a loved one suffers from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) coupled with obesity, here's some encouraging news.
A recent study has shown that...
Sweet dreams: how quality sleep can regulate blood sugar
You might already know that a good night's sleep is necessary to feel energetic and refreshed. But did you know it could also help...
Sleep apnea treatment withdrawal linked to changes in Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers
A study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine suggests that withdrawal from positive airway pressure (PAP), a common treatment...
How your favourite things can boost your wellbeing
The cost of living crisis has left many people struggling to afford basic necessities such as food and heating for their homes.
On the other...
Scientists discover the link between sleep apnea and dementia risk
A team of researchers at The University of Queensland has found a connection between obstructive sleep apnea and an increased risk of developing dementia.
The...