Poor sleep linked to higher risk of vision loss
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness and will likely affect an estimated 112 million people worldwide by 2040.
Characterized by progressive loss of light-sensitive...
Afternoon or evening physical activity is linked to better control of blood sugar
The current global obesity pandemic is partially the result of a lack of physical activity combined with sedentary behavior (prolonged sitting) during the day.
Such...
Cannabis may increase death risk in high blood pressure
Marijuana—which can also be called cannabis, weed, pot, or dope—refers to the dried flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds of the cannabis plant.
In a study...
How to prevent weight regain after weight loss
Scientists found although weight regaining over time is common, there are effective strategies to recover from weight regain.
Everything you need to know about stuffy and runny noses
What's worse than a runny nose? A runny nose and stuffy nose at the same time.
Scientists find links between belly fat, blood pressure and food responses
Excess belly fat can be dangerous because it surrounds internal organs and puts people at greater risk for developing several kinds of health problems,...
Why sleep is so important for losing weight
When it comes to weight loss, diet and exercise are usually thought of as the two key factors that will achieve results.
However, sleep is...
Animal protein is better for aging muscles than plant protein
The number of vegans in the UK has quadrupled since 2006, meaning that there are around 600,000 vegans in Great Britain.
While scientists know plant-based...
Widely used drug may lower obesity, fatty liver, improve heart health
Currently, there isn’t a pill that has been proven effective for treating severe obesity, yet such obesity is a global health problem that increases...
Can you get addicted to sleep supplement melatonin?
Can you be addicted to chocolate? What about Pilates or checking your email?
Although many of us use the word "addiction" fairly casually, from a...