How obesity increases the risk of heart disease in older people
As people grow older, their risk of developing heart disease increases, and one of the biggest risk factors is obesity. Being overweight or obese puts...
This weight-loss drug may improve heart health by reducing harmful fat
A study from UT Southwestern has found that liraglutide, a common weight-loss drug, may also benefit heart health by reducing two types of harmful...
Yo-Yo dieting increases kidney disease risk in type 1 diabetes
Losing and regaining weight repeatedly—a pattern known as yo-yo dieting or body-weight cycling—can significantly increase the risk of kidney disease in people with type 1 diabetes, according to a new...
The best exercises for lowering high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for adults over 60.
It can lead to serious problems like heart disease, strokes, and...
Protect yourself from dry eyes this winter
Nearly 16 million people in the United States suffer from dry eyes every year, according to the National Eye Institute.
Although there can be other underlying...
How sleep strengthens happy memories and could help treat addiction
Scientists at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science in Japan have discovered how sleep helps strengthen memories linked to positive emotions, such as happiness...
Popular diabetes and weight loss drug may increase risk of vision loss
A new study from Mass Eye and Ear suggests that people taking semaglutide, a drug sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, may have a higher risk of developing a rare...
Poor sleep in midlife may lead to memory problems later, study finds
A new study suggests that people who experience disrupted sleep in their 30s and 40s may have a higher chance of developing memory and...
Uncommon reasons for chronic fatigue in older adults
Feeling tired now and then is normal, especially as people age. However, when fatigue becomes persistent and interferes with daily life, it’s important to...
Shake up your Super Bowl party for a win-win mix of health and fun
Traditionally, the Super Bowl is a celebration of extremes – the best teams, the fanciest stadiums and fans who sit at home eating the...