After 50, loss of wealth could greatly increase death risk
In a recent study, researchers found adults in their 50s and older who suffer a catastrophic loss of wealth have a 50-percent higher risk...
How sleep loss linked to obesity
In a new study, researchers found that one night of sleep loss can increase the desirability of junk foods in men with a healthy...
Restaurants could make you overeat a lot
In a new multi-country study, researchers found that large, high-calorie portion sizes in fast food and full-service restaurants is not a problem unique to...
6 reasons why a daily walk is good for your health
Recent studies have found that walking is a good way to tackle burgeoning rates of obesity and other lifestyle diseases.
Obesity and diabetes have reached...
Gentle noises could improve your sleep and memory
In a recent study, researchers found that gentle sound stimulation—such as the rush of a waterfall, could help people sleep and boost memory.
Gentle sound...
Probiotic use may lead to severe bloating and brain fogginess
In a recent study, researchers found that probiotic use can result in a significant accumulation of bacteria in the small intestine.
This can lead to...
Standing more and sitting less may not help you lose weight
In a new study, researchers found that office workers who opt to stand when working are likely to be burning only fractionally more calories...
Unhealthy weight-control behaviors could harm your health for a long time
Recent research shows that as many as one-third of adolescents and two-thirds of adults engage in dieting.
Unhealthy forms of weight control such as purging,...
Why weight cycling is harmful to your health
In a new study, researchers found that weight cycling is associated with a higher risk of death.
Weight cycling, or the constant losing and gaining...
Frequent sauna use linked to lower risk of heart disease, stroke
In a new study, researchers found that regular sauna use is linked to a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in men...