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New study shows when fitness and strength begin to decline

A long-term Swedish study provides new insight into the age at which the body’s strength and fitness start to fade.

Study finds obesity and high blood pressure may cause dementia

New research shifts the focus from treating dementia to preventing it.

Pork fat ranks higher than vegetables in new nutrition analysis

A new analysis of foods challenges conventional ideas about health. Even so, there is good reason to approach the results with caution.

Long-term alcohol consumption significantly increases cancer risk

A comprehensive study provides new insight into how alcohol affects health over time.

New study: Chemicals found in bottled water

Bottled water is often perceived as a safe and clean alternative to tap water. New research, however, suggests that it may contain chemical substances about which there is still limited knowledge.

New study shows when fitness and strength begin to decline

A long-term Swedish study provides new insight into the age at which the body’s strength and fitness start to fade.

Study finds obesity and high blood pressure may cause dementia

New research shifts the focus from treating dementia to preventing it.

Pork fat ranks higher than vegetables in new nutrition analysis

A new analysis of foods challenges conventional ideas about health. Even so, there is good reason to approach the results with caution.

Long-term alcohol consumption significantly increases cancer risk

A comprehensive study provides new insight into how alcohol affects health over time.

Less than seven hours of sleep linked to shorter lifespan

Many health recommendations focus on diet and exercise. New research, however, suggests that sleep plays a greater role than previously assumed.

AI helps researchers find a new way to treat chronic pain

Researchers are exploring a new way to influence pain in the brain so that patients no longer need to rely on medication.

Why long COVID are difficult to treat

Treatment options are lacking and research remains fragmented. Nevertheless, a pattern is emerging in the understanding of the long-term effects of Covid-19.

New research suggests screen time can ease daily stress

Screen time is often blamed for stress. New research suggests it can sometimes do the opposite — especially at home.

AI may eventually be able to warn before an epileptic seizure

A new research project from Scotland offers hope for people with epilepsy, as researchers are working on a solution that could warn of impending seizures.

Study finds close contact does not always result in influenza infection

New research shows that influenza does not always spread, even when people are in close proximity.