From tea towels to TV remotes: Eight everyday bacterial hotspots, and how to clean...
From your phone to your sponge, your toothbrush to your trolley handle, invisible armies of bacteria are lurking on the everyday objects you touch...
Poor sleep and inflammation triple depression risk in older adults, UCLA study finds
Older adults who struggle with insomnia may face more than just restless nights—they could also be at a much higher risk for depression, especially...
Walking a bit faster could help older adults stay stronger and more independent
A new study suggests that simply walking a little faster could make a big difference in helping older adults stay fit, independent, and healthier.
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How regular exercise helps protect your liver by boosting bile acid production
A new study has uncovered how regular aerobic exercise might help prevent fatty liver disease—by encouraging the body to turn cholesterol into bile acids.
This...
Healthy aging starts now—no matter your age
Every day, more than 10,000 Americans turn 65.
While some might see that as a reason to worry, experts say it's never too late to...
Walking just 4000 steps every day can help you live longer
You don’t have to be an athlete or run long distances to stay healthy. New research shows that simply walking a little every day...
What your feet are trying to tell you about your health
Your feet do more than help you walk—they can reveal a lot about your overall health.
According to Ginger Pettengill Freese, a nurse practitioner and...
Best exercises to beat insomnia: What new research reveals
If you struggle to fall asleep or often wake up during the night, you're not alone. Insomnia affects between 4% and 22% of people...
Weight-loss medications may help restore testosterone in men, study finds
New research shows that popular anti-obesity medications could do more than just help men lose weight—they may also help bring testosterone levels back to...
Move a little every day: Daily exercise may be the secret to better sleep
Getting good sleep might be as simple as moving your body every day, according to new research from The University of Texas at Austin.
The...