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Deep sleep may reduce memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease

A new study from the University of California, Berkeley, reveals that deep, non-REM slow-wave sleep can act as a protective factor against memory decline...

Tips for improving sleep in older adults

Brienne Miner, MD, MHS, assistant professor of medicine (geriatrics), loves to talk about sleep. She first became interested in the subject when she noticed the...

A nap a day keeps the doctor away: How to know if you’re napping...

It's no secret; life is exhausting. After a long day of class or work, it takes everything not to fall asleep as soon as...

Sleep spindles may reduce anxiety in people with PTSD

A new study shows that sleep spindles, brief bursts of brain activity occurring during one phase of sleep and captured by EEG, may regulate...

Low-carb or low-fat diets may help middle-aged and older people live longer

A new study has found that both low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets can prolong life in middle-aged and older adults. The study was conducted by researchers...

Obesity is a big risk factor of colon cancer

A recent study conducted by scientists at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) has shown that the risk factor of obesity for colorectal cancer...

High-intensity interval training can lower blood sugar fast

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been gaining popularity as a time-efficient and effective way to improve fitness and health. HIIT involves short bursts of high-intensity...

7 things about exercise and high blood pressure you need to know

Some people may wonder if physical activity can cause high blood pressure or if there are certain exercises that should be avoided if one has hypertension.

Cognitive impairment and obesity: What is the connection?

Obesity is a growing epidemic worldwide and is a major risk factor for the development of several chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular...

Doing yoga at home may reduce anxiety, boost memory

Yoga has long been touted for its physical and mental health benefits. Now, a new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has found that...