Investing for your retirement? Add physical activity to your portfolio
In a new research paper, researchers suggest if you're a middle-aged or older adult saving for retirement, it's never too late to think about...
Obesity linked to weakened response to food taste
In a new study, researchers found obesity is connected with a reduced response to taste.
The research was conducted by a team from Binghamton University,...
Scientists confirm optimists can live longer
In a new study, researchers have found that individuals with greater optimism are more likely to live longer and to achieve "exceptional longevity”, that...
The key to preventing, treating obesity, type 2 diabetes
What if we could treat obesity or type 2 diabetes by changing the way our cells take out the trash?
Just as a household can't...
Owning a dog may help protect your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that owning a pet may help maintain a healthy heart, especially if that pet is a dog.
The result...
Why brown fat could protect against obesity and diabetes
In a new study, researchers have discovered how brown fat, also known as brown adipose tissue, may help protect against obesity and diabetes.
The finding...
E-cigarettes damage your blood vessels, even they are nicotine-free
In a new study, researchers found even a single e-cigarette can be harmful to the body’s blood vessels — even when the vapor is...
Physical activity at any intensity may help you live longer
In a new study, researchers found that higher levels of physical activity—regardless of intensity—are associated with a lower risk of early death in middle-aged...
Sleep-tracking apps may actually make you have insomnia
Some people might think that tracking their sleep will give insight into their sleep quality.
However, some case studies from a team in Chicago and sleep experts found...
This everyday fruit may keep your muscles young
Pomegranate is a fruit prized by many health benefits.
It contains ellagitannins, molecules that are converted into a compound called urolithin A in the human...