How the brain paralyzes you while you sleep
We laugh when we see Homer Simpson falling asleep while driving, while in church, and while even operating the nuclear reactor.
In reality though, narcolepsy,...
This hormone may help beat obesity
In a recent study at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, researchers found that a hormone that can suppress food intake and increase the feeling...
This simple exercise may lower blood pressure more effectively
In a new study, researchers found that stretching is superior to brisk walking for reducing blood pressure in people with high blood pressure or...
Is it OK to exercise when you’re sick
If you are sick and plan to exercise this cold and flu season, experts say to use your head – and recognize the body's...
This drug can boost weight loss in people with obesity, diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that treatment with Bimagrumab is safe and effective for treating excess adiposity and metabolic disturbances of adult patients...
Exercise can offer unlimited health benefits to your heart
In a new study, researchers found that physical activity is not only linked to a lower risk of heart disease, but there is no...
This stuff in body can help keep you from diabetes, even if you’re obese
In a new study, researchers found that a special calorie-burning type of body fat appears to help protect against an array of chronic ailments,...
This sleep problem may increase COVID-19 risk
Sleep apnea causes breaks in breathing (apnea) while a person is asleep.
In a recent study at the Turku University Hospital and elsewhere, researchers found...
Vaping may increase respiratory disease risk by more than 40%
A growing body of evidence points to the health risks of using e-cigarettes (or "vaping").
But because e-cigarettes are marketed as a less harmful alternative...
Resistance training can benefit older women just as much as older men
In a new study, researchers found that men and women aged over 50 can reap similar relative benefits from resistance training.
While men are likely...