Slow running has become a fitness trend backed by solid science. What do you need to know about its benefits? In recent years, slow running has gained immense popularity among…

Specifically, carrying excess weight for a decade was linked to a 60 percent higher chance of heart attack or stroke in both men and women approaching age 50. Timely treatment…

NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is gearing up to send its first crewed mission to Mars as early as 2029. Billionaire engineer and entrepreneur Elon Musk is one…

Doctors warn that during the hot season, invisible predators are everywhere. To avoid becoming easy prey or someone else’s “trophy,” gardeners and vacationers should stay vigilant in gardens, fields, and…

For ages, people have joked that food is safe if it’s on the floor for five seconds or less. Some even argue that ten seconds isn’t a big deal. But…

In 1909, Lulu Hunt Peters achieved a rare accomplishment for a woman of her era. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of California at a time…

Previous research has linked ultra-processed foods (UPF) to heart disease and diabetes. A new study suggests these products may also be associated with chronic insomnia. Ultra-processed foods are products that…

A team from the University of Helsinki enrolled 75 toddlers, ages 3 to 5, from 10 preschools in the Finnish capital for the experiment. The researchers found that just one…

A team of researchers from Australia, the United States, and Canada has found that the third stage of sleep—known as slow-wave sleep—plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of…

The fundamental rule of weight loss is to count the calories you take in, not the calories you burn. Adam Enaz, a certified clinical dietitian and trainer in London, explained:…

To reach that conclusion, a team from the University of Michigan and Rice University analyzed rats’ brain-wave patterns during wakefulness and sleep. Neurons in the brain’s memory center during sleep…

Some people are genetically predisposed to shorter lifespans. Lifestyle factors — smoking, alcohol, diet, and physical activity — also affect how long we live. A new study from Zhejiang University…

With each passing year of marriage, many of us find ourselves looking in the mirror and not recognizing the person staring back, often scolding ourselves for the extra pounds gained…

An international team of researchers has found that drinking coffee is linked to a lower chance of developing Parkinson’s disease. The authors of this extensive study analyzed data from 184,024…

Experts warn that abstaining from sex for weeks, months, or even years can harm the body. Recent studies show that members of Generation Z entering adulthood are having sex less…

It’s well-known that a cup of good tea can work wonders after a long, stressful day. Research even suggests that tea can extend your life. Now a new study says…

A team of Japanese researchers found that climbing the social ladder can cut the risk of dementia by about 40 percent — but the climb needs to be steep, not…

The team at the University of Copenhagen says a natural metabolite called urolithin A, found in pomegranates, helps clear damaged brain cells. To test this, researchers modeled Alzheimer’s disease (AD)…

An American scientist has proposed a rather radical method for extending the lifespan of male mammals. Kat Bohannon, the author of the book “Eve: How the Female Body Influenced 200…

According to research from Flinders University, scrolling through social media right before bed increases the likelihood of having disturbing nightmares. Previous studies have indicated that this habit can lead to…

A study by researchers at the University of Illinois and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln found that certain nutrients—specific fatty acids, antioxidants, and plant pigments—help slow brain aging. The researchers hope…

Some everyday foods should be cut from your diet because they can increase the risk of cancer. Processed Meat Nutrition experts consider processed meat one of the most dangerous contributors…

Nails aren’t just part of your appearance; they can signal your overall health. They can reflect wellness or point to neglect, poor hygiene, unhealthy habits, or internal disease. Changes in…

The climate crisis is already affecting nearly every part of life — and now it’s starting to harm our brains. Those who contributed least to global warming often suffer the…

A new study by neurobiologists at the University of Southern California (USC) found that a diet high in fats and sugars can lead to irreversible memory impairments. The USC team…

For years, walking at least 10,000 steps a day has been considered the gold standard for physical activity. Regular walking helps maintain fitness and slows the development of diseases. However,…

Want to live longer? Start taking the stairs. A University of East Anglia analysis found that choosing stairs over the elevator can protect you from cardiovascular disease — including heart…

Even though some doctors are relaxed about moderate drinking, many experts worry about people drinking almost every day. Some experts—those who consider any alcohol harmful—say 14 servings a week can…

It’s frustrating, but as we hit middle age and beyond, even simple movements feel harder. We often feel sluggish and find ourselves mentally budgeting energy before basic actions, like moving…

For a long time, people assumed women are more sensitive to cold than men. But recent research shows that’s not true. Women’s heat-retention mechanisms kick in at lower temperatures than…

A recent study from Columbia University Medical Center in New York sheds new light on how anger affects the cardiovascular system — and helps explain why anger-related stress can trigger…

About 30 million people worldwide live with Alzheimer’s disease. This neurodegenerative condition, the most common form of dementia, is usually diagnosed in people 65 and older. But doctors say the…

A new study by researchers at the University of Sydney finds that regular physical activity is key to the well-being of middle-aged women. The team identified how much time women…

Dementia is usually associated with older age, but hundreds of thousands of people worldwide are diagnosed with early-onset dementia (YOD) each year. A comprehensive study by researchers at the University…

Everyone wants gut-friendly foods that won’t break the bank. Keep them simple, unprocessed (or minimally processed), and free from emulsifiers, modified starches, and sweeteners. That’s the advice of Dr. Chris…

Hair often reflects your overall health. Its condition can reveal a lot about what’s happening inside your body. New York trichologist Anabel Kingsley says hair is highly sensitive to internal…

Researchers conclude that sprinting may be a highly effective way to extend life — but it’s not for everyone. Canadian and Australian scientists conducted a large retrospective study and found…

Finding your first gray hair is never a cause for celebration. For most of us, it serves as a reminder that getting older is just around the corner. Often, the…

A simple trick — spend less time near food — may help you cut calories and lose weight, an international team led by researchers at Johns Hopkins University in the…

We are what we eat. This simple statement proves its relevance every day. For example, eating too few vitamin-rich foods soon shows up in your appearance and behavior. Feeling Cold…

You may have heard that “60 is the new 50.” Lately, though, people are increasingly saying that 70 is the new 60. A new study from Humboldt University in Berlin…

A new large-scale study found people fall into four distinct sleep habit groups. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania analyzed the sleep patterns of nearly 3,700 volunteers using data from…

Streetlights and traffic light pollution disrupt natural sleep cycles and can cause insomnia. They also appear to increase stroke risk. Poor nighttime rest puts strain on the heart and other…

A large-scale study by California cardiologists uncovered new patterns in alcohol use among women and again highlighted alcohol’s harmful effects on women’s health. Researchers from The Permanente Medical Group found…

Evidence shows the human brain has been getting larger since the 1930s. Studies link larger brain size with better health and stronger cognitive function. Researchers at the University of California,…

When we hear a surprising, unpredictable musical composition, its chords often resonate in our hearts. But if the melody is predictable, it tends to hit us in the gut. A…

An international team of scientists found that a child’s facial shape is influenced by the mother’s diet during pregnancy, according to findings published in Nature Communications. The researchers found that…