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Insomnia symptoms linked to increased stroke risk, particularly in under-50s

A study published in Neurology indicates that individuals who experience insomnia symptoms may have a higher likelihood of suffering from a stroke.

How to find a balance with shift work, sleep and mental health

Shift workers often have to be awake and alert when their bodies' natural rhythms are signaling that it is time to sleep. This leads many shift workers to get less and lower-quality sleep.

Muscle fat and memory loss: a surprising link

Cognitive decline affects our ability to remember things, solve problems, and understand information. But did you know that fat in our muscles might be connected to this memory problem?

Technology is radically changing sleep as we know it

From sleep trackers to wakefulness drugs, the 21st century has seen an influx of new technology that could radically alter the way we sleep.

Pills made from pineapple leaves may help you lose weight

Researchers have developed an innovative method to upcycle pineapple leaves for fat absorption, a global first. The unique approach involves consuming a capsule or cracker...

Scientists find key to long-term weight loss success

A novel study has identified behaviors and biomarkers crucial for both short- and long-term weight loss. While strictly adhering to a diet—either healthy low-carb or...

Nordic diet promotes health benefits beyond weight loss

New research reveals that the Nordic diet, rich in berries, vegetables, fish, whole grains, and rapeseed oil, contributes to positive health effects even without...

‘Nature’s own Ozempic’ or berberine is all over social media. But does it really...

The latest health trend on TikTok has been dubbed “nature’s own Ozempic”. It’s the herbal preparation berberine. Influencers have been enthusiastically claiming its success in...

Why regular sleep matters: a study on sleep and life expectancy

New study shared exciting findings about sleep patterns and how they can affect our health and longevity, which is a fancy word for how long we live.

Promising drug shows potential for treating high blood pressure and sleep apnea

Researchers find a promising new drug called AF-130 that has shown potential in improving heart function and preventing sleep apnea.