To repair or build muscle after exercise, avoid ice baths
Successful athletes such as Andy Murray and Jessica Ennis-Hill are known for using ice baths after exercise, however new research has thrown cold water...
Smoking may cause white scars on the brain
It's quite possible that you are one of those people with white spots on the brain.
Healthy people aren't spared them, but sick individuals may...
Scientists find new way to accelerate weight loss
In a new study, researchers found that the brain mechanism that enables us to maintain a constant body temperature may also be the key...
Face mask may help treat mild sleep apnea
In a new study, researchers found that night time face mask can improve energy levels and vitality in people who suffer from the condition...
People with pneumonia may get too many antibiotics
A million times a year, pneumonia sends American adults to the hospital.
And while antibiotics help save lives, a new study shows two-thirds receive more...
Even a short-term visit to a severely polluted city is bad for your health
There are many things people research when planning a vacation or business trip abroad—such as the weather, how to get around a city and...
Why some people are affected by sleep paralysis
Falling asleep is a bit like flicking off a light switch. One moment we are awake, but then the switch is flicked and we...
The most effective weight-loss method only needs 15 minutes a day
In a new study, researchers found that the single best predictor of weight loss success is monitoring and recording calorie and fat intake throughout...
How and why resistance training is imperative for older adults
In a new scientific statement, researchers highlight the importance of resistance training for older adults to empower healthy aging.
While aging does take a toll...
Space travel can make the gut leaky
Bacteria, fungi, and viruses can enter our gut through the food we eat.
Fortunately, the epithelial cells that line our intestines serve as a robust...