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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...
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
New study: Avoiding these 3 risks could add 13 dementia-free years
A new study suggests that avoiding three common health risks in midlife could help delay dementia by up to 13 years.
Nutrition
Cooling cooked potatoes, rice or pasta turns them into fuel your gut bacteria thrive on
Chilling starchy foods overnight rewires their molecular structure, and gut bacteria treat the result as premium fuel.
Mental Well-being
The way you sit could influence your mood and judgment
New research suggests that something as simple as sitting up straight could subtly improve your mood and help you make better everyday decisions.
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...
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Diets
Losing belly fat may protect your health for years, even if the weight comes back
New Harvard research suggests the metabolic and brain benefits of losing visceral fat outlast the diet itself.
Vitamins and Supplements
Beyond probiotics: the next gut supplement that researchers are watching closely
Postbiotics are showing up next to probiotics. Here's what the science actually says.
Body
Scientists develop chewing gum that could help fight cancer
Researchers say a newly engineered chewing gum could one day become an unexpected ally in the fight against cancer after dramatically reducing HPV and other harmful microbes in laboratory tests.
Nutrition
Switching to full-fat dairy may not raise your weight or cholesterol after all
A 12-week trial of 74 adults found three daily servings of full-fat dairy did not raise weight or cholesterol.
Dietary Habits
How to gain weight in a healthy way
For some people, gaining weight in a healthy way...
Tips for a Long Life
Women who use a sauna regularly may get the same heart benefits as men
Most of the famous sauna heart research followed men. A mixed-sex cohort tells a different story.
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Man claims jesus showed him heaven during 45 minutes of clinical death
A man who says he was clinically dead for 45 minutes claims he encountered Jesus and witnessed what he believes was heaven before returning to life.
A 15-minute walk after eating may be the easiest blood sugar tool you have
No gym, no gear, no cost. Just moving your legs while your food is still digesting.
Your bedroom may be too warm for deep sleep – here’s the temperature range that matters
Sleep researchers point to about 65 to 68°F for deep, restorative sleep.
Viagra shows promise in fight against cancer spread
Researchers say the findings are encouraging, but stress that much more testing is needed before Viagra could be considered as a potential cancer treatment.
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Mascarpone is among the fattiest cheeses – here are healthier alternatives
A common food item can have a greater impact on the heart than many people realize. It is not only about what you eat, but also how much.
A new study observes a short-term immune boost after sauna use
A sauna session can temporarily increase the number of white blood cells in the blood.
Screens can disrupt your sleep – even if you get 8 hours
Many people believe they are getting enough sleep. Yet they still wake up feeling tired.
Study finds antidepressant sertraline may ease symptoms within two weeks
A new UCL study suggests that the antidepressant sertraline may begin easing core symptoms of depression and anxiety within just two weeks of treatment.
Starting your day with yogurt and turmeric might be good for your body
A simple morning ritual with yogurt and turmeric may help support digestion and metabolism.
Medical experts explain when an irregular heartbeat requires attention
Medical experts say most heart palpitations are harmless, but persistent or irregular episodes should always be checked to rule out underlying heart conditions.
Doctors warn: Three drinks that could quietly increase Alzheimer’s risk
New research reveals that three everyday drinks — including some considered healthy — may quietly increase your risk of Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline.
Researchers identify what makes nursing home transitions easier
A new Swedish study reveals that for older adults, how they move into a nursing home can matter just as much as the care they receive once they arrive.
Scientists redesign cancer drug to be 20,000 times more effective
Scientists have found a way to make one of the harshest chemotherapy drugs up to 20,000 times more powerful.