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Unhealthy lifestyle habits may increase your risk of COVID-19

Unhealthy lifestyle choices, like smoking and avoiding exercise, are known risk factors for certain cancers and cardiovascular disease. A growing body of research reveals that...

People with obesity more likely to get this infectious disease

In a new study, researchers found that adults with obesity are more susceptible to influenza A/H1N1pdm—the swine flu virus. The results could be relevant in...

Optimistic people can sleep better

Optimists live longer than pessimists and have a lower risk of chronic disease—this has been scientifically validated on multiple occasions. In a new study, researchers...

Smart necklace could detect eating in real time to thwart obesity

There you are wrist deep into a quart of Ben & Jerry’s Chunky Monkey, digging ever deeper. You can’t deny it. Your necklace is recording the...

Think pink: New way to get a good night’s sleep in COVID-19

White noise is a popular solution for drowning out unwanted sounds, but there is actually an entire rainbow of sounds. In a new study, researchers...

Soy and wheat proteins could help build aging muscles, but animal protein are better

In a new study, researchers found that on a gram for gram basis, animal proteins are more effective than plant proteins in supporting the...

This exercise may prevent frailty in older people effectively

A recent study at the University of British Columbia found that strength training can be an effective way for older people to stay healthy...

Heavy alcohol drinkers needn’t quit completely to protect heart health

In a new study, researchers found high-risk drinkers who substantially reduce their alcohol use can lower their risk of cardiovascular disease (CDV) despite not...

Lifting weights may make your nervous system stronger, too

In a new study, researchers found that gym-goers may get frustrated when they don't see results from weightlifting right away, but their efforts are...

This simple exercise may help prevent heart diseases and diabetes

In a new study, researchers found that 12 weeks of easy-to-administer passive stretching helps improve blood flow by making it easier for arteries to...