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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
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...
Diseases
A new AI can now catch a dangerous heart condition from the routine scan most clinics already do
Mayo Clinic's model spots hidden hypertrophic cardiomyopathy without specialist Doppler equipment.
Nutrition
A simple shift in what you eat every day may lower your colorectal cancer risk
A study of nearly one million adults links everyday foods to lower colorectal cancer risk.
Diseases
Nearly 8 in 10 young adults may already have early signs of cardiovascular damage
A new study finds heart, kidney and metabolic risk begins far earlier than most people think.
Body
Is Your Ring Finger Longer Than Your Index Finger? Here’s What It Might Reveal About You
For centuries, people have looked to the palm for answers. But today, science suggests that your finger length—specifically the ratio between your index and ring fingers—might reveal fascinating insights...
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Vitamins and Supplements
After 60, omega-3 may help your body hold onto muscle even when you slow down
Fish oil appears to make aging muscle more responsive to food and exercise.
Sleep
The way you sleep could be quietly affecting your back and your heart
The position you drift off in may nudge your breathing, your spine and your heart rhythm through the night.
Nutrition
How eating walnuts every day can affect your heart, brain and cholesterol
Daily walnut research points to modest but consistent heart, gut and brain benefits.
Tips for a Long Life
Stop at 80 percent full: The Okinawan eating habit backed by aging research
A centuries-old Okinawan habit is now backed by clinical research on aging.
Vitamins and Supplements
Ozempic may slow biological aging – and the effect goes beyond weight loss
A first-of-its-kind randomized trial finds semaglutide slowed the pace of biological aging by about 9%.
Diets
A dietitian ate a cup of watermelon every day for several weeks – here’s what she noticed
A dietitian ate one cup of watermelon every day...
Body
Exercise
Mind
News
7 early warning signs of bladder cancer – and when to see a doctor
Even one pink or rusty toilet-bowl visit warrants a same-day call to your doctor.
8 warning signs you may have sleep apnea, and why it matters beyond loud snoring
Most cases in the US never get diagnosed, and the reason is often hiding in plain sight.
What your waist size can reveal about your heart, diabetes and longevity
A tape measure at home can flag a health risk the scale often misses.
How eating blueberries every day can affect your heart, brain and blood sugar
A six-month trial and years of Harvard cohort data point in the same direction.
Latest Articles
These nail changes may point to underlying conditions
Nails are rarely regarded as an indicator of health. Nevertheless, several professional sources suggest that they can contain valuable information.
Combined abdominal obesity and muscle loss linked to 83% higher risk of death
A long-term study of adults over 50 shows that the combination of abdominal fat and muscle loss is linked to an 83% higher risk of death, highlighting a largely overlooked health risk in ageing.
New research has identified a method for producing healthier chips
For many years, healthy snacks have struggled to compete with classic chips. New research now suggests that a modified preparation method could make chips a healthier alternative.
Five Good Reasons to Take the Stairs
Every year, on the second Wednesday of January, "Take the Stairs Day" is observed as an initiative to promote a healthier lifestyle – one...
Should You Avoid Pasta to Lose Weight? Researchers Have the Answer
Who doesn’t love a steaming bowl of pasta? For those who cherish this delicious carbohydrate, it often feels like they can’t enjoy it as...
New Research Reveals Surprising Health Benefits of Sugar
We’ve all been there. You’re sitting with a steaming cup of coffee, debating whether to take just one more cookie. But then doubt creeps...
Do You Frequently Take Paracetamol? New Research Reveals Hidden Risks
Most people have reached for a pain relief pill on a bad day. Paracetamol, the most common painkiller, is often a quick solution for...
Can Your Diet Destroy Your Muscles? What You Need to Know
Imagine you’ve been working hard at the gym all week. You feel stronger, more energetic, and you’re confident that all your hard work will...