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...
Some medicines and driving don’t mix, FDA warns
If you’re taking a medication, is it safe to drive?
Most likely, yes.
Still, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advises you to make sure...
New hormone therapy could help obese people lose weight
In a new study, researchers found that a hormone treatment helped obese participants lose on average 4.4kg.
In addition, the treatment led to improvements to...
Insomnia linked to higher risk of heart disease and stroke
People suffering from insomnia may have an increased risk of coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke, according to new research in the American...