Heart problems in your 20s may harm your thinking skills decades later
In a new study, researchers found people in their 20s and 30s who have health issues such as high blood pressure, obesity and high...
How to get better sleep amid the pandemic – and why you should
A good night's sleep. It's one of those things people don't appreciate until it's gone.
But like much taken for granted prior to the COVID-19...
The fitter you are the better you burn fat
In two new studies, researchers found that females who are fit and healthy tend to burn more fat when they exercise than men.
They analyzed...
Higher body fat may prevent heart disease death in women
In a new study, researchers found that while men and women who have high muscle mass are less likely to die from heart disease.
It...
Don’t like exercise? Try a hot tub soak
In a new study, researchers found that soaking in a hot tub for 60 minutes may provide similar post-activity heart benefits as 60 minutes...
Scientists find an easy, cheap way to maintain muscles in older people
In a recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition, researchers found vitamin C could be the key to better muscles in later life.
They...
This fruit may boost cognitive function in overweight people
In a new study, researchers found that a diet including daily avocado consumption improves the ability to focus attention in adults who are overweight...
How to eat for a healthy colon
Just as diet can have a positive or negative impact on heart, brain and bone health, your colon's overall health can be affected by...
This fat in body may protect you from diabetes
Brown fat is found in a layer of fat under the skin, typically in a region extending from the base of the head and...
Sleep plays a big role in healing traumatic brain injuries
In a new study, researchers found that good sleep plays a critical role in healing traumatic brain injury.
They used MRI to evaluate the enlargement...