Reducing sitting time by 40 min daily may reduce back pain effectively
A new study from the University of Turku in Finland has found that reducing daily sitting time can prevent back pain from worsening over...
Research finds surprising link between vitamin C and obesity
A recent study by the University of Otago, Christchurch, has uncovered a critical connection between low levels of vitamin C and higher body weight,...
Can coffee help you avoid weight gain? Here’s what the science says
Coffee is well recognised as having a positive impact on long-term health.
Drinking the equivalent of three to four cups of instant coffee a day...
Stopping middle-age spread: maintain a healthy weight as you age
If you’re an adult in the U.S., you can expect to gain 10 to 25 pounds between your 20s and your 40s. Starting between...
How to reduce the risk of falls in older people
Falls are a serious concern for older people. They can lead to injuries that not only affect physical health but also reduce independence and...
Scientists recently studied the body of one of the world’s strongest men. This is...
The development of "superhuman" strength and power has long been admired in many cultures across the world.
This may reflect the importance of these physical...
Early breakfast and longer overnight fasting may prevent weight gain
New research suggests that not just what we eat, but also when we eat, plays an important role in managing body weight.
A study published...
This widely used drug may reduce obesity, fatty liver, heart disease
Obesity is a major global health problem, increasing the risk of many serious diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer.
Despite its...
Why some organs age faster
Scientists have discovered why certain organs, like the liver, age faster than others.
A research team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) and the University...
Why is pain so exhausting
One of the most common feelings associated with persisting pain is fatigue and this fatigue can become overwhelming.
People with chronic pain can report being...