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Walking 8,000 steps a couple of days a week may lower death risk

Did you know that a good walk could add more years to your life? A recent study found that just walking a bit more each...

This drug for migraine headaches may help you lose weight

Scientists at UT Southwestern have made a novel discovery that a class of drugs commonly used for migraines, known as triptans, could potentially aid...

Lots of women try herbs like black cohosh for menopausal symptoms like hot flushes...

Menopause is the stage of life where the ovaries stop releasing eggs and menstrual periods cease. Most Australian women go through menopause between 45 and...

Bones play an important role in our health – here’s how to keep them...

Just as our muscles lose strength as we get older, so do our bones. This can have a serious effect on our lifestyle, and...

Your unique body odor could identify who you are and provide insights into your...

From the aroma of fresh-cut grass to the smell of a loved one, you encounter scents in every part of your life. Not only are...

Waist-to-hip ratio can predict death risk, study finds

Recent research has revealed that the Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) holds a significant, steady relationship with overall mortality, irrespective of Body Mass Index (BMI). Published online...

New exercise pill is a breakthrough in weight loss and fitness

In our fast-paced world where finding time for exercise is often a challenge, a groundbreaking invention, SLU-PP-332, has come to light. Researchers from the University...

Obesity is a dangerous disease that shares key features with cancer

Although obesity has been recognized as a disease by the World Health Organization (WHO) since 1948, its identity as a disease may not be...

7 in 10 of Americans do not want to live in nursing home when...

A recent survey from West Health and Gallup has highlighted a significant level of concern and discomfort among Americans regarding the safety and quality...

Insomnia and short sleep duration in midlife may increase dementia risk

A study published in Age and Ageing indicates that experiencing insomnia and short sleep durations during middle age may elevate the risk of developing...