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Research explores ants as a source of new antibiotics

Antibiotic resistance is a growing threat, and new clues from nature suggest that ordinary ants may hold important keys to future treatments.

Sleeping poorly? Your pillow could be part of the problem

Research suggests that pillows can have measurable effects on both health and daytime functioning.

I swapped milk for butter in my coffee and lost 13 pounds

Instead of milk and sugar, some are adding a small amount of fat to their morning brew.

New test may detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier

Alzheimer’s is often diagnosed late in the course of the disease, which is why researchers have been investigating whether a simpler test could provide answers at an earlier stage.

This is what happens to your immune system when you eat kimchi

Researchers are increasingly examining how everyday diets influence the immune system. A new study takes a closer look at kimchi.

Research explores ants as a source of new antibiotics

Antibiotic resistance is a growing threat, and new clues from nature suggest that ordinary ants may hold important keys to future treatments.

Sleeping poorly? Your pillow could be part of the problem

Research suggests that pillows can have measurable effects on both health and daytime functioning.

I swapped milk for butter in my coffee and lost 13 pounds

Instead of milk and sugar, some are adding a small amount of fat to their morning brew.

New test may detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier

Alzheimer’s is often diagnosed late in the course of the disease, which is why researchers have been investigating whether a simpler test could provide answers at an earlier stage.

Eating marzipan over the holidays? Here’s what it does to your body

Marzipan is a popular sweet treat, particularly during festive periods. But how does it actually affect the body?

Do you eat cheese? It may protect against dementia, a new study shows

A Japanese study has found that cheese consumption may influence the risk of developing dementia. However, the relationship is complex and far from clear-cut.

First confirmed leprosy cases in the EU in more than four decades

Romanian health authorities have confirmed rare leprosy cases for the first time in over 40 years, while stressing that the risk to the public remains low.

How much walking is healthy in your 60s? Experts weigh in

International health authorities have emphasized the importance of daily physical activity for many years.The World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that regular physical activity can...

Why multivitamin use could matter for blood pressure in older adults

A daily multivitamin may not change blood pressure for everyone, but new research suggests it could quietly matter for some older adults over time.

New study finds no evidence of persistent symptoms after Covid-19 vaccination

Danish study finds no increased risk of long-term adverse effects after Covid-19 vaccination.