Lifestyle and environment shape health more than genetics, study finds
A new study from Oxford Population Health has revealed that lifestyle choices and environmental factors have a much bigger impact on health and ageing...
Sleep loss and night shifts increase infection risk, study finds
A recent study has found that nurses who work night shifts or do not get enough sleep are more likely to catch common infections...
Over half of adults will be overweight by 2050
A new study warns that nearly 60% of adults and one-third of children worldwide will be overweight or obese by 2050 unless urgent action is taken.
Researchers...
How to deal with chronic disease in uncertain times
Coping with emergencies is challenging in the best of situations. During the coronavirus pandemic, many of us are just trying to get by each...
How to assess aging?
Medical advances are helping people around the world live longer.
But longer life is linked to a gradual loss of physical abilities. Strength, balance, and...
Better sleep, better blood sugar
A new study has found that people who sleep too little or go to bed late may experience greater fluctuations in their blood sugar...
Sleep supplement may protect muscles from obesity and diabetes
A new international study led by the University of Granada suggests that melatonin, a hormone known for regulating sleep, may also help protect muscles...
Sleep problems in Parkinson’s disease can be a major challenge
A new study from Ireland’s Maynooth University has found that 84% of Parkinson’s disease patients struggle with sleep problems, which significantly affect their mental health,...
This small berry may help fight cancer, diabetes, obesity
Scientists from Université de Montréal have made an exciting discovery about the camu-camu berry, a fruit native to the Amazon rainforest. Already known for...
How does toothpaste affect the good bacteria in your mouth?
The goal of brushing one’s teeth is to have fresh breath and prevent cavities. But the effect of toothpaste on the complex ecosystem of...