E-cigarettes is a possible way to kick the smoking habit, study finds
Smoking is a tough habit to break. Many of us know someone who has tried to quit smoking and struggled. The search for a...
Scientists debunk the myth of catching up on sleep over the weekend
It’s a common belief: if we skimp on sleep during the week, we can just sleep in over the weekend to make up for...
Can coffee or a nap make up for sleep deprivation? A psychologist explains why...
There is no denying the importance of sleep. Everyone feels better after a good night of sleep, and lack of sleep can have profoundly...
Blue-light filtering glasses not effective reducing eye strain, study finds
A recent review suggests that blue-light filtering spectacles, popularized since the early 2000s, might not provide the benefits they claim to offer.
These glasses are...
How our gut health might affect diabetes, obesity, and more
Our digestive system is like a bustling city, home to around 100 trillion tiny creatures like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and more.
This diverse community, known...
Metabolic benefits of weight loss surgery disappear fast, study finds
Researchers from Lund University in Sweden have recently looked into the lasting impacts of gastric bypass surgeries, specifically focusing on the metabolic changes patients...
How to find a balance with shift work, sleep and mental health
Many shift workers work outside of the typical 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. traditional daytime working hours. Nontraditional shiftwork can include working rotational shifts,...
Scientists find new drug to treat high blood pressure and sleep apnea
Imagine a pump that's meant to work around the clock but starts failing. This is what happens in our body when someone has heart...
Microgreens and mature veggies both may limit weight gain
Microgreens, tiny young vegetables that can be grown right on your windowsill, have earned quite a reputation for their potential health benefits.
Researchers have delved...
Good fitness is linked to 40% lower risk of 9 major cancers
It turns out that staying fit while you're young can have some pretty impressive benefits down the line.
According to a large study published in...