‘Night owls’ show better brain performance
A study from Imperial College London has found a link between people's sleep preferences and their brain function. Specifically, those who prefer evening activities,...
Sleep apnea linked to higher risk of heart disease, study finds
A study by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to a higher risk of heart...
Scientists discover new hormone that strengthens bones
Researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) and UC Davis have made an exciting discovery about a hormone that keeps the bones of breastfeeding women...
How to start weightlifting after 60
A recent study has shown that lifting heavy weights three times weekly leads to sustained improvements in strength in older adults.
This is good news...
Exercise boosts brain function in older adults for years
A study by researchers at the University of Queensland has found that high-intensity interval exercise can improve brain function in older adults for up...
Older weight loss drugs are in demand. But are they safe or effective? Should...
With Ozempic-type weight loss drugs in short supply, more people are turning to old-school weight loss drugs such as Qsymia and Contrave, which come...
Why most people are right-handed but left eyed
Whether you're left, right or ambidextrous, "handedness" is part of our identity.
But a lot of people don't realize that we have other biases too...
Scientists transform fat cells to help burn calories
A new study from UC San Francisco shows that it is possible to turn regular white fat cells, which store calories, into beige fat...
Protein-rich diets may impact your gut health and weight
Recent research has explored the effects of protein-rich diets on the gut microbiome and overall health.
While Western diets increasingly include more protein, especially among...
Acupuncture improves sleep in people with Parkinson’s disease
A study published on June 26 in JAMA Network Open reveals that acupuncture can enhance sleep quality in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
The research, led...