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How much weight loss do you need to have a healthy heart

In a recent study at Cleveland Clinic, researchers found that 5% to 10% of surgically induced weight loss is linked to improved life expectancy...

Eating dried fruit linked to better diet quality and health

Don't be afraid to toss a handful of raisins or dried apples in your Thanksgiving stuffing this year. In a new study, researchers found that...

Proper nutrition could boost your immune system

The holiday season is here, but unfortunately, so is the second wave of COVID-19 cases. As the days get cooler and wetter and the flu...

This hormone may switch off hunger, tackle obesity

In a new study, researchers found that a hormone that can suppress food intake and increase the feeling of fullness has shown similar results...

This stuff in cocoa could improve your cognitive function, study shows

In a new study, researchers found the brains of healthy adults recovered faster from a mild vascular challenge and performed better on complex tests...

Green Mediterranean (‘green Med’) diet may be even better for your health

In a new study, researchers found that a green Mediterranean ('green Med') diet, containing even more plant matter and very little red meat or...

This number is a more powerful predictor for diabetes than genetics

In 2019, approximately 463 million people worldwide had diabetes, of which the vast majority (around 90%) was type 2 diabetes. Diabetes doubles the risk of...

How to have a safe holiday season during the COVID-19 pandemic

With the holidays fast approaching, many people are wondering if it is possible to safely celebrate during a pandemic. Should you visit relatives or have...

How can we celebrate Thanksgiving safely?

Yale Medicine experts share advice on how to gather during the holidays amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to climb—more...

This common sleep problem linked to autoimmune diseases

In a new study, researchers found why people with obstructive sleep apnea may have associated autoimmune disorders. The results could lead to better approaches to...