Scientists discover key gene that may speed up aging
Scientists have discovered a gene that could play a major role in how we age.
This exciting finding might lead to new treatments that slow...
A simple daily habit can lower blood pressure and protect your heart
The American Heart Association (AHA) is encouraging doctors to help people with slightly high blood pressure or cholesterol become more active and spend less...
Yogurt intake may help reduce the risk of tooth loss
Scientists from Kyushu University and other institutions have found that higher yogurt intake is linked to a lower risk of tooth loss.
The study was...
This sleep problem may double Parkinson’s risk
A new study shows that people who do not treat their obstructive sleep apnea may face a much higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.
The...
Vegan diet beats Mediterranean diet for weight loss
A new study from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine has found that a low-fat vegan diet leads to more weight loss than the...
Eating within a time window may prevent diabetes and obesity
A new review has found that eating all your meals within a set time each day—called time-restricted eating—might help prevent type 2 diabetes and...
Transitioning from weight loss drugs to bariatric surgery
People who have used GLP-1 medications—such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro—often see big improvements in blood sugar, blood pressure, and weight.
But once they stop...
Weightlifting may beat running in fighting diabetes and obesity
Running is often praised for helping people stay fit and burn calories. But a new study suggests that lifting weights may be even better...
Common weight-loss drugs cause too much muscle loss in older adults and women
A popular weight-loss drug called semaglutide may work well for shedding pounds, but researchers are now warning that it might cause some people—especially older...
New pill may help people lose weight without diet or exercise
Obesity is one of the biggest health problems in the world today. It can lead to serious illnesses like heart disease, type 2 diabetes,...