One drink of alcohol may shorten your life as much as smoking a cigarette
Although recent studies have suggested that moderate drinking is linked to lower risks of heart disease and dementia, some research has challenged the findings.
For...
Obesity may increase your asthma risk
In a recent study, researchers from Rutgers University found that obesity changes how airway muscles function, which increases the risk of developing asthma.
The prevalence...
Exercise may delay cognitive decline in this type of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers find for people carrying a genetic mutation that causes Alzheimer's disease, doing at least 2.5 hours of physical activity...
Why you should have plants in your home
Common houseplants such as peace lily and ivy can provide health benefits by improving air quality around the home, finds a new report from...
People with insomnia are asleep, but they don’t know
In a recent study from Brigham Young University, researchers find the dysfunction in the inhibition process could be what causes those with insomnia to...
This diet could help you enjoy a long life
In a new Italian study, researchers find the Mediterranean diet contributes to long life for elderly people.
A traditional Mediterranean-like diet is rich in fruit,...
Unintended weight loss may be a big sign of these 4 cancers
In a recent Oxford study, researchers find unintended weight loss is the second highest risk factor for 4 types of cancer.
The team conducted the...
Healthy lifestyle means less blood pressure drug
In a recent study, researchers find people with high blood pressure needed fewer drugs within 16 weeks after making lifestyle changes.
Lifestyle changes are the...
1.4 billion people at risk of disease due to lack of exercise
In a new study, researchers find that globally more than 1.4 billion adults are at risk of chronic diseases due to insufficient physical activity.
These...
This fasting diet could reduce risks of major chronic diseases
In a recent study from USC, researchers find a low-calorie, “fasting-mimicking” diet could help risks of major diseases.
The diet could reduce blood pressure and...