These people can fight COVID-19 much better than others
In a new study from the University of California Los Angeles, researchers found people who've had a COVID-19 infection and received a vaccine have...
A 10-minute run can boost your brain function
In a new study from the University of Tsukuba, researchers found that only 10 minutes of moderate-intensity running increases local blood flow to the...
One in five thyroid cancers linked to overweight
In a new study from the University of New South Wales, researchers examined the future thyroid cancer burden in Australia.
They found that 1 in...
Exercise in your middle age may prevent many chronic diseases
In a new study from Texas and Japan, researchers found middle-aged endurance athletes have better control of blood pressure and higher arterial elasticity (a...
Air pollution can make exercise less beneficial to your brain
In a new study from the University of Arizona, researchers found that people who do vigorous physical activities, like jogging or playing competitive sports,...
Scientists find cause of weight gain after smoking cessation
Cigarette smoking, practiced by over a billion people worldwide, is considered a leading cause of disease, accounting for over six million deaths each year.
Many...
This diet can make your body frail
In a new study from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, researchers found that regularly eating a diet of pro-inflammatory foods (e.g., those rich in...
Cannabis use may harm your sleep, study finds
In a new study, researchers found recent cannabis use is linked to extremes of nightly sleep duration—less than 6 hours or more than 9...
Taking on teeth grinding and clenching
Do you wake up with a tired or sore jaw in the morning? It could be a sign that you’re grinding or clenching your...
Do anti-aging diets work?
In a new study from the University of Washington, researchers reviewed the effectiveness of anti-aging diets and found little to suggest they work.
In their...