How daylight helps your immune system fight infections
New research from the University of Auckland has revealed that daylight plays a powerful role in helping the immune system fight infections.
The study, led...
Why gait quality matters as you age
Walking is one of the most important things we do for our quality of life.
In fact, research shows it contributes more than any other...
Free online sleep course boosts sleep quality by 40%
A new online program developed by psychologists at Macquarie University is helping Australians get a better night’s sleep—free of charge.
Known as the Sleep Course,...
Even ‘less healthy’ plant foods help diabetics lose weight, study show
A new study has found that people with type 1 diabetes can lose weight by switching from animal-based foods to plant-based ones—even when the...
20 grams of nuts a day could help you live longer, study finds
A recent study from Imperial College London and other research centers has found that eating just a small amount of nuts each day—about 20...
How common blood pressure medicine may affect your sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for staying healthy and feeling good. Sleep helps the body repair itself, supports brain function, and gives...
Big cause of muscle weakness in older people discovered
As we get older, many people notice they’re not as strong as they used to be. Lifting heavy objects becomes harder, getting out of...
Waist size compared to height may predict future heart failure better than BMI
A new study suggests that your waist size in relation to your height may be a stronger warning sign for future heart failure than...
Staying social could help you live longer, new study finds
Being socially active isn’t just good for your mood—it might actually help you live longer.
A new study published in the Journal of the American...
Struggling with anxiety? Keeping a regular sleep schedule may protect your heart
If you live with anxiety, sticking to a regular sleep schedule might do more than help you feel rested—it could also protect your heart.
A...