You cannot get any health benefit from alcohol, study finds
Scientists have been studying how alcohol affects our health for many years.
A recent study found that drinking low or moderate amounts of alcohol each...
Can exercise boost your brain health?
It's widely believed that exercising can help keep the brain healthy and functioning properly. However, a recent review of studies at the University of...
Why learning to surf can be great for your mental health, according to a...
Nothing clears the mind like going for a surf. With the escapism and simplicity of riding waves, it’s no secret that surfing feels good.
Now...
How much weight you can lose without hurting yourself
Obesity is a complex medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation that can impair health.
It is considered a major public health problem worldwide...
Scientists find a major cause of weakness in older adults
Aging is often accompanied by a decline in physical abilities, including muscle strength.
A recent study from Ohio University has suggested that this weakness may...
Nutrients, not willpower, may be the key to weight loss
A new study has revealed that people who want to lose weight and keep it off need to pay attention to their behavior and...
Tips for improving sleep in older adults
Brienne Miner, MD, MHS, assistant professor of medicine (geriatrics), loves to talk about sleep.
She first became interested in the subject when she noticed the...
Exercise could reduce the harm of unhealthy sleep habits
Sleep and physical activity are two important factors that contribute to a long and healthy life.
However, according to recent research at The Affiliated Brain...
Vegan protein can support muscle growth effectively
A new study from the University of Exeter has found that mycoprotein, naturally high-fiber fungi that are best known as Quorn, can support muscle...
Weight loss may boost health even if you regain some weight
A new analysis of more than 100 studies has found that people who lost weight through an intensive behavioral weight loss program saw significant...