How potatoes may affect your blood pressure and weight, according to science
Potatoes are often linked to health concerns like high blood pressure and obesity, but many studies have overlooked key factors such as how they...
Daily exercise is better than one long workout for building strength
Many people wonder whether it’s better to exercise a little every day or do a longer workout once a week. A new study from...
Poor sleep and addiction go hand in hand − understanding how could lead to...
A good night’s sleep often sets the stage for a positive day. But for the nearly quarter of American adults struggling with mental illness,...
How obesity increases the risk of heart disease in older people
As people grow older, their risk of developing heart disease increases, and one of the biggest risk factors is obesity. Being overweight or obese puts...
This weight-loss drug may improve heart health by reducing harmful fat
A study from UT Southwestern has found that liraglutide, a common weight-loss drug, may also benefit heart health by reducing two types of harmful...
Yo-Yo dieting increases kidney disease risk in type 1 diabetes
Losing and regaining weight repeatedly—a pattern known as yo-yo dieting or body-weight cycling—can significantly increase the risk of kidney disease in people with type 1 diabetes, according to a new...
The best exercises for lowering high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for adults over 60.
It can lead to serious problems like heart disease, strokes, and...
Protect yourself from dry eyes this winter
Nearly 16 million people in the United States suffer from dry eyes every year, according to the National Eye Institute.
Although there can be other underlying...
How sleep strengthens happy memories and could help treat addiction
Scientists at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science in Japan have discovered how sleep helps strengthen memories linked to positive emotions, such as happiness...
Popular diabetes and weight loss drug may increase risk of vision loss
A new study from Mass Eye and Ear suggests that people taking semaglutide, a drug sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, may have a higher risk of developing a rare...