Where you live could add years to your life
Could where you live dictate how long you live?
In a new study, researchers found Americans who live in so-called blue states tend to live...
Overweight and obesity can strongly harm brain function, increase Alzheimer’s risk
In a new study, researchers found as a person's weight goes up, all regions of the brain go down in activity and blood flow.
They...
This study shows a new way to treat obesity
Obesity affects more than 650 million people worldwide and drives a number of dangerous health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and more...
Why some people can gain muscle quickly while others cannot
In a new study, researchers examined why some weightlifters' muscles grow much more quickly than others’.
They found genes that cause some people to gain...
‘Low risk’ alcohol drinking still can harm your health
The Canadian government’s low-risk drinking guidelines state that women should consume no more than about 10 drinks per week and men no more than...
Obesity may increase death risk in COVID-19 patients under 65
In a new study, researchers found obesity is linked to an increased risk for intubation or death among hospitalized adults with COVID-19.
But the association...
How diabetes and obesity affect the brain
With more than 30 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes, and another 87 million diagnosed with obesity, both conditions have become national epidemics.
The two diseases...
Meeting recommended weekly exercise levels could lower death risk
In a new study, researchers found adults who meet recommended weekly physical activity levels have a lower risk of death.
The survival benefits are similar...
Why disrupted sleep linked to chronic inflammation, hardened arteries
In a new study, researchers found why disrupted sleep linked to chronic inflammation, hardened arteries.
The research was conducted by a team at the University...
Dermatologist says skip the ‘maskne,’ not the face mask
If you are noticing red, irritated skin or small pimples under your face mask, you are far from alone.
Allison Truong, MD, a board-certified dermatologist...