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Exercise
How Many Push Ups should you be able to do? Amount sorted by age
Have you ever heard that completing 40 push-ups a day can significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular disease? Push-ups are an effective and simple way to measure upper body...
Dietary Habits
Top 10 foods rich in lithium – and why this overlooked mineral matters for your brain
Lithium is best known as a psychiatric treatment, but in tiny amounts it’s naturally present in what we eat and drink. New research suggests this trace element could support...
Body
Why you should avoid taking ibuprofen on an empty stomach
Ibuprofen is a common pain reliever, but how you take the medication matters.
Body
Poor sleep can trigger headaches: How to lower your risk
Not getting enough sleep can make the body more sensitive to pain and increase the risk of both migraines and tension headaches.Fortunately, several sleep habits can help prevent the...
Vitamins and Supplements
Four-year study links vitamin D to slower biological aging
A large study has investigated whether certain dietary supplements can affect the body’s natural ageing process.
Cardio Training
How Long Can You Hang? The Ultimate Guide to Dead Hang Times
Hanging from a bar might seem simple, but it’s a serious test of grip strength, endurance, and upper-body stability.Whether you’re training for pull-ups or just want to...
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Body
Suspected poisoned alcohol has killed at least 48 people
Authorities are investigating a serious case involving locally produced alcohol after many people died following consumption of the product.
Diseases
New higher-dose Wegovy helped nearly half of people lose over 20% of their body weight
A stronger Wegovy just cleared the FDA under a fast-track review process.
Strength Training
Two strength sessions a week may cut your Alzheimer’s death risk by 27%
The sweet spot is two sessions a week, and it may also cut heart disease risk.
Tips for a Long Life
New research: These habits may affect your biological aging
Aging cannot be avoided, but various habits and treatments may influence the biological processes that occur as we...
Mental Well-being
Postpartum depression may nearly triple the risk of infant death
A US study of 400,000 births found the risk nearly tripled.
Sleep
Your sleep quality may matter more for disease risk than the hours
A new study links the shape of your sleep to future disease risk.
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Exercise
Mind
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Microplastics in your gut are linked to cancer and depression
The first study using real human gut samples found five common plastics reshape the bacteria living inside us.
Bacon and steak may not carry the same cancer risk – here’s what the evidence shows
The WHO puts processed and unprocessed red meat in different risk categories, and the numbers show why.
Hair loss may be linked to these serious health conditions
Hair loss is very common and can be caused...
Your gut bacteria could be spreading to the people you live with
A new international study finds we swap gut microbes with the people we share a home with.
Latest Articles
What eating flaxseeds every day may do to your cholesterol and blood pressure
Trials of an everyday kitchen habit keep pointing at the same pair of results.
What your hands can quietly reveal about your heart, liver and overall health
Experienced clinicians look at the hands early in a physical exam, and there is a reason for that.
The home blood pressure mistake 3 in 4 people make, and how much it can skew your reading
A study of hypertension patients found 76% place the cuff wrong, and small errors can add up to 50 mmHg.
Doctor reveals: These are the essentials your medicine cabinet should contain
Sunshine, high temperatures and insects often lead to a rise in minor health problems during the summer months. A doctor explains which items are worth keeping at home.
Doctors say this morning headache could be a warning sign
Doctors say recurring morning headaches could reveal more than simple fatigue.
Popular sweeteners may be linked to faster cognitive decline
A large study suggests a possible link between artificial sweeteners and poorer memory.
How garlic can affect your liver if you eat it regularly
Garlic is best known for its bold flavor, but research suggests that eating it regularly may also have benefits for your liver health, reports...
Can an epidural harm the baby? Study of nearly 500,000 births provides a clear answer
A new study has examined whether epidural anesthesia can affect a baby's health.
Newly approved cholesterol pill could become an alternative to injections
A new treatment has been approved in the United States for people with high cholesterol.