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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
The Body Can Sense Death – And It All Starts With The Nose
Death remains one of life’s biggest mysteries, but new research reveals that our bodies might detect it before our minds do.Through scent and instinct, our subconscious reacts to...
Nutrition
These protein-rich meals can be good for older adults
As people age, their need for certain nutrients can change, while muscle mass may gradually decline.Here are some useful tips and meal ideas from Healthline, with a focus on...
News
The federal government cut 750,000 people from health insurance, claiming fraud
The Trump administration ended Obamacare subsidies for hundreds of thousands of people at the end of August, and another 419,000 are next in line.
Injuries and Ailments
A tailored fall-prevention plan may not lower falls, new study shows
The most comprehensive review to date found that individualized fall-prevention programs probably make no difference to how often older adults fall.
Diseases
Outbreak is now the worst in US history – over 18,000 infected
A summer of contaminated iceberg lettuce drove US cyclospora cases to an all-time high.
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Vitamins and Supplements
A once-a-month weight loss injection could replace weekly jabs, new data shows
A trial showed monthly GLP-1 dosing kept working after switching from weekly shots.
Body
New drug could break cancer’s resistance
A promising experimental drug could help make treatment-resistant cancer cells vulnerable to existing therapies again.
Dietary Habits
How pineapple can affect your kidneys if you eat it every day
Pineapple can be a kidney friendly choice, but eating it every day may require extra attention for some...
Sleep
Less than seven hours a night: What it does to your heart, brain, and hormones
Here is what your body goes through when you regularly fall short of seven hours.
Body
New research: Working from home may harm our health
New studies from Finland and Norway have taken a closer look at what happens to our activity levels when the workplace is replaced by the home.
Body
Fitness trainer gained 13 kilos in one month: Died weeks late
A Russian fitness trainer rapidly changed his diet and weight as part of an experiment, but it ended fatally.
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Mind
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These common food preservatives may be raising your blood pressure
A study tied a higher risk of high blood pressure to eight everyday additives on the ingredient label.
Things you should know about the rabies vaccine
Rabies is a rare disease in humans, but infection...
Knee braces and water therapy outrank high-tech treatments for arthritis pain relief
A review of 139 trials and nearly 10,000 patients ranked the winners, and the machines lost.
Vitamin ends up in the toilet: Pharmacy chain turns it into gummies
A new study shows that some people lack knowledge about how dietary supplements affect the body. This has prompted a pharmacy chain to highlight the issue in an unusual way.
Latest Articles
These symptoms may reveal problems with your nerves
Nerve damage often develops gradually and can cause symptoms that many people overlook in everyday life.Here are some of the warning signs that experts...
The simple trick behind tastier scrambled eggs
Many home cooks swear by milk for creamier scrambled eggs, but food experts say another ingredient may deliver far better flavour and texture.
Ice-cold drinks may not help you cool down during a heatwave – try this instead
When summer temperatures soar, many people try to cool down with ice-cold drinks and large servings of ice cream.
Peanut butter’s surprising health perks
Peanut butter has become a staple in many households and is used in everything from breakfast meals to snacks. While it is calorie-dense, it...
Why perfectionists often struggle more when life changes
Psychologists say the drive for perfection can come with an unexpected cost.
Can fish oil protect your brain? New study provides answers
Many people take fish oil to keep their brains sharp as they age. New research raises doubts about how much it actually helps.
You might eat them every day: These preservatives could affect your blood pressure
New research suggests that some common food additives may be linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.
How bananas can affect your body if you eat them every day
Bananas contain fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that experts believe may help support long term brain health.
Can you picture an apple in your mind? Millions of people can’t
For millions of people, an apple isn't a mental image — it's simply a thought.