Many older people in long-term care face severe disability, study finds
A new study has found that many older adults admitted to long-term care (LTC) homes end up living their final years in a state...
Orange compound shows promise in treating obesity and diabetes
Scientists from Western University in Canada have discovered that a natural substance found in sweet oranges and tangerines could help fight obesity and protect...
Study shows how fasting impacts the immune system
New research from The University of Manchester is changing the way scientists think about how fasting affects the immune system.
In a study on mice,...
Obesity linked to higher risks of 16 common diseases, study finds
A major new study led by Johns Hopkins University reveals that obesity, especially in its most severe form, is strongly linked to a wide...
How to keep your bones strong naturally
Bones are what give your body shape and support. They protect important parts inside you, like your brain, heart, and lungs. Even though we...
How body fat may trigger anxiety
A groundbreaking study from researchers at McMaster University has uncovered a surprising link between body fat and anxiety. Published on April 15, 2025, in...
How long-term obesity harms the brain and cognitive function
As obesity rates continue to climb around the world, scientists are trying to better understand how carrying excess weight affects more than just the...
Messed-up sleep and bad diets can team up to cause diabetes
A new study from Northwestern Medicine shows how a mix of disrupted sleep patterns and unhealthy eating may increase the risk of developing diabetes.
Researchers...
How your high school experience may shape your weight in midlife
A new study suggests that your high school years may have a lasting impact on your weight decades later.
Researchers from Penn State, the University...
Healthy sleep may lower risk of serious infections, study finds
A new study suggests that getting good sleep may do more than just help you feel rested—it could also protect you from serious infections...