Sleep apnea may lead to blindness in people with diabetes
When people with diabetes have poor control over their blood sugar levels, the tiny blood vessels at the back of the eye can become...
Blue light may help health mild traumatic brain injury
In a new study, researchers found that early morning blue light exposure therapy can aid the healing process of people impact by mild traumatic...
This common mistake may lead to overeating and weight gain
A recent study from the University of Otago and elsewhere found that people are not very good at judging the energy-density of what they...
Beauty sleep could be real, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found for the first time why having a good night's sleep really could prepare us for the rigors of...
Drinking 1% rather than 2% milk could mean 4.5 years of less aging
In a new study, researchers found that drinking low-fat milk—both nonfat and 1% milk—is strongly linked to less aging in adults.
The team examined 5,834...
With flu on the rise nationally, start your new year off safely
It might be the start of a new year, but many Americans are still battling a flu bug from last year.
The Centers for Disease...
How to deal with itchy, red skin effectively
You’ve broken out in a red, itchy rash. You’re likely wondering where it came from—and, most importantly, how to make it go away.
Unfortunately, your...
Common foods may help boost your gut health
In a new study, researchers have found a new way to harness food as medicine to control harmful microbes in our gut while balancing...
This study shows important causes of tooth decay and gum disease
A recent study from Umeå University, Sweden and elsewhere found that hereditary traits and factors such as obesity, education, and personality may cause tooth...
Scientists develop new way to treat type 2 diabetes, obesity
Gastric bypass surgery is a highly effective treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
However, very few eligible patients, only around 1%, are offered surgery...