E-bikes could benefit your heart, even it doesn’t feel like a workout
Many traditional cyclists are critical about the growing popularity of e-bikes, but in a new study, researchers found e-bikes can provide essentially the same...
Scientists discover a big cause of today’s obesity epidemic
In a new study, researchers found that the current obesity rates in adults in the United States could be the result of dietary changes...
Adding this food to daily diet may help prevent weight gain, obesity
On average, US adults pile on 1lb or nearly half a kilo every year.
Gaining 2.5-10 kilos in weight is linked to a much greater...
Scientists identify circuit responsible for building memories during sleep
Neuroscientists at the University of Alberta have identified a mechanism that may help build memories during deep sleep, according to a new study.
This study...
Even a little exercise may boost your brain health
In a new study, researchers found that just 10 minutes of exercise a day may help sharpen mental prowess.
The research was conducted by a...
Trouble sleeping? Insomnia slinked to high risk of stroke, heart attack
In a new study, researchers found people who have trouble sleeping may be more likely to have a stroke, heart attack or other heart...
Weight loss counseling may help people control diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that for people with difficult-to-control diabetes, adding intensive weight management counseling to group medical visits provided extra health...
Owning a dog may strongly benefit your mental wellbeing
In a new study, researchers found that new dog owners had a big reduction in loneliness within three months of acquiring their pets.
The study...
Daylight Saving Time saves no one
Feeling a little out of it today? It's no surprise. You can thank Daylight Saving Time.
It may seem counterintuitive that "falling back," as it...
Big waistline linked to higher risk of obesity-related dementia
In a new study, researchers found waist circumference is a more accurate indicator of abdominal visceral fat level than body mass index (BMI) in...