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...
Could supplements improve your eye health and vision?
You’ve probably heard someone say, “Eat your carrots, they’re good for your eyes.” You may have also seen advertisements for nutritional supplements for eye...
Aerobic exercise could improve recovery after stroke
Rehabilitation for most stroke survivors rarely involves aerobic fitness.
But new research suggests they might be missing out on a significant healing opportunity.
An analysis of...
The impact of obesity on cancer risk is at least double than thought
In a new study, researchers found that the effect of being overweight and obese on the risk of cancer is at least twice as...
5 unhealthy lifestyle habits that cause most cancers
Research has shown that many factors can contribute to cancer, including genetic mutations and lifestyle habits.
An unhealthy lifestyle can cause many types of cancer....
New wearable skin sensors could detect what’s in your sweat
Needle pricks not your thing?
A team of scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, is developing wearable skin sensors that can detect what’s in...
Scientists find why obesity could cause cancer
In a recent study, researchers have found why obesity causes cancer.
They found that by providing an over-abundance of energy to cells, obesity might super-charge...
Researchers find a quick way to predict sleep apnea
In a new study, researchers found that 3D facial photography can provide a simple and highly accurate method of predicting obstructive sleep apnea.
The research...
How to keep your bones strong at every age
Falling may be painful, especially if the landing is less than graceful. Even a few steps out the front door can carry with them...