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Diet pills, laxatives for weight control linked to high risk of eating disorders

In a new study, researchers found that women who use diet pills and laxatives for weight control had higher odds of having an eating...

Menopause isn’t the only reason for low libido in women

In a new study, researchers found that women in their 60s report various reasons behind why they lack libido. They found menopause isn’t the only...

You don’t need 10,000 steps a day to be healthy. Here is the real...

In a new study, researchers found that walking 7,500 steps every day could lead to better health. Beyond that, the effect leveled off. The research...

Chewing sugar-free gum may help reduce tooth decay

In a new study, researchers found that chewing sugar-free gum could help to reduce the further development of dental caries (cavities) in adults and...

Yoga and physical therapy could treat chronic lower back pain, improve sleep

In a new study, researchers found that yoga and physical therapy (PT) are effective approaches to treating co-occurring sleep disturbance and back pain while...

Feather-filled bedding might harm your lungs

In a new study, researchers reported that a middle-aged man had severe lung inflammation that developed soon after he bought feather-filled bedding. They warn people...

These two things before menopause could reduce hot flashes

In a new study, researchers found that maintaining a normal weight and quitting smoking before age 40 may strongly prevent hot flashes and night...

Dogs really can chase away loneliness

Feeling lonely? A dog may help. Our research out today confirms what many dog owners already know: dogs are great companions that can help you...

Smart people may learn music faster

In a new study, researchers found that some people learn music more quickly than others and that intelligence could play a role. the study may...

Weight-loss surgery may release toxic compounds from fat into bloodstream

In a new study, researchers found that toxic man-made chemicals—such as polychlorinated biphenyls and organochlorine pesticides—that are absorbed into the body and stored in...