Why smoking and COVID-19 don’t mix
As evidence continues to grow that people who smoke are at greater risk of dying from COVID-19, health professionals are turning to a familiar...
Statins may protect your gut health from obesity
In a new study, researchers found that the common cholesterol-lowering drug statins may work as a potential therapy to protect the gut from obesity.
Statins...
Scientists find new way to build muscles and reduce fat
Exercise and physical therapy often are recommended to help people who have arthritis. Both can strengthen muscle—a benefit that also can reduce joint pain.
But...
This vitamin may the secret key to bone strength
In a new study, researchers found that Vitamin K produced by certain types of bacteria that colonize the gut could also bolster bones.
The research...
Moderate exercise in middle and older age can reduce your time spent in hospital
In a new study, researchers found that men and women aged 40-79 are at much lower (25-27%) risk of long or frequent hospital admissions...
Drinking 1% rather than 2% milk may delay years of aging
A recent study from Brigham Young University found that drinking low-fat milk—both nonfat and 1% milk—is strongly linked to less aging in adults.
The researchers...
These two things are essential for healthy aging
In a new study, researchers found that resistance training combined with a healthy diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids helps older women bring about...
Spending time in garden may strongly boost your health and wellbeing
In a new study, researchers found that spending time in the garden is linked to similar benefits for health and wellbeing as living in...
Being overweight in life could increase risks of heart disease and diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that the link between childhood obesity and increased risk of coronary artery disease and type 2 diabetes is...
For better migraine headache treatment, try some yoga
In a new study, researchers found that adding yoga to the regularly prescribed migraine treatment may be better than medication alone.
The new finding suggests...