Exercise is the key to post-stroke recovery
A new study investigated whether there was an association between physical activity and functional recovery in the first 6 months after a stroke.
Researchers assessed...
Stress and heart failure: What you need to know
Stress is an inevitable part of life, and it can have both positive and negative effects on our health.
While short-term stress can be beneficial,...
No, you can’t blame all your health issues on ‘high cortisol’. Here’s how the...
Have you been craving certain foods and gaining weight? Maybe you’re fatigued and can’t concentrate, then wake up in the middle of the night.
The...
Hydrating for health: Why drinking water is so important
About two-thirds of your body weight is water. All your cells need water to work.
Water is also the base for all your different body...
How to keep you muscles strong when you get older
As we age, our muscles tend to weaken and lose mass.
This can lead to a number of health problems, including reduced mobility, increased risk...
Why smoking can cause high blood pressure
Smoking has long been known as one of the leading causes of preventable diseases and premature death worldwide.
Among the numerous health risks associated with...
Social interaction can lower dementia risk, helping you live longer
A new study from the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA) at UNSW Sydney has found that spending time with loved ones can have...
Scientists show a major cause of age-related weakness
Age-related weakness is a common problem faced by many older adults.
A recent study from Ohio University has suggested that physical weakness in aging could...
How to protect your gut health effectively
Gut health is critical to overall health and well-being.
The gut, or gastrointestinal tract, plays a vital role in digesting food and absorbing nutrients, but...
5 best diets that protect brain health in older people
As we age, our cognitive abilities naturally decline. However, research has shown that certain diets can help slow down this process and improve brain...