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People who exercise 150-600 minutes/week have lowest death risk

It is well-documented that regular physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and premature death. In a study from Harvard and...

Are ‘natural’ skin care products irritating your skin?

Sensitive skin is a pain -- sometimes literally -- and for skin allergy sufferers, contact with an allergen causes an itchy red rash that may last for weeks.

New nasal spray for sleep apnea shows promise

Scientists found a drug in development for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has shown promising results in human participants.

One-minute bursts of physical activity in daily life can help you live longer

In a study from the University of Sydney, scientists found just three to four one-minute bursts of huffing and puffing during daily tasks are...

Common diabetes drug can lead to better weight loss

In a study from the University at Buffalo, scientists found that people with Type 2 diabetes who were prescribed SGLT2 inhibitors lost more weight...

Oranges may hold the key to reducing obesity and diabetes

A recent study from Western University found a molecule in sweet oranges and tangerines called nobiletin may help reduce obesity and prevent diabetes and...

A new supplement may help control diabetes, lower blood sugar

Type 2 diabetes is a disease whereby the body is unable to control the level of sugar in the blood because of defects in...

How to avoid the winter blues

Winter depression and melancholy: The less light exposure one has, the more one’s mood may decline.

Whole grains may protect your blood pressure, blood sugar, waist size

A recent study from Tufts University found that middle- to older-aged adults who ate at least three servings of whole grains daily had smaller...

Common weight-loss drug can lower body fat, protect heart health

A recent study from UT Southwestern found a commonly prescribed weight-loss drug called liraglutide could benefit heart health. In people who are overweight or have...