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These cancer symptoms are often mistaken for signs of aging or stress

Many people assume changes in their bodies are simply caused by aging or stress and therefore do not react straight away. An oncologist is urging people to pay close...

New research: Gut bacteria may influence your weight

New research suggests that the bacteria in the gut may influence several of the body's functions.

Can a 10-second finger exercise reduce the risk of dementia? Expert weighs in

A new social media trend promises a healthier brain with a simple finger exercise.

Hot weather can affect your medication – here’s how to store it

High temperatures can affect the storage of certain types of medication. Health experts are therefore urging people to take extra care during periods of hot weather.

The silent bone condition affecting millions worldwide

A common condition could be weakening your bones years before you notice.

These cancer symptoms are often mistaken for signs of aging or stress

Many people assume changes in their bodies are simply caused by aging or stress and therefore do not react straight away. An oncologist is urging people to pay close...

New research: Gut bacteria may influence your weight

New research suggests that the bacteria in the gut may influence several of the body's functions.

Can a 10-second finger exercise reduce the risk of dementia? Expert weighs in

A new social media trend promises a healthier brain with a simple finger exercise.

Hot weather can affect your medication – here’s how to store it

High temperatures can affect the storage of certain types of medication. Health experts are therefore urging people to take extra care during periods of hot weather.

New research has identified a method for producing healthier chips

For many years, healthy snacks have struggled to compete with classic chips. New research now suggests that a modified preparation method could make chips a healthier alternative.

Artificial food dyes and their potential effects on children’s health

Growing scientific evidence suggests that artificial food coloring may affect some children’s behavior and health, prompting closer scrutiny of everyday processed foods.

New study suggests that bright light may influence appetite and weight

Light may affect the body more than previously assumed. A new study points to a possible link between light exposure and weight.

New study links certain preservatives to increased cancer risk

Additives help ensure shelf life and low prices. But new data are raising questions about how they should be regulated in the future.

Is it risky to take aspirin every day like Trump? Research clarifies

Aspirin has long been associated with the prevention of heart disease. Today, doctors are far more cautious in their recommendations.

The sweetener aspartame may potentially affect memory and the heart negatively

Aspartame is still permitted in many countries, but more recent research suggests that the substance may have more far-reaching effects than previously assessed.