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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...
Dietary Habits
TikTok’s chia seed ‘internal shower’ can help you poop, but skip the detox pitch
A viral drink with real fiber science behind it, but weaker claims wrapped around it.
Exercise
How long should you be able to wall sit? Time standards sorted by age
A simple wall hold reveals how much lower-body endurance you have as you age.
Diseases
Nicotine may start damaging your blood vessels faster than most people realize
A new Nature Reviews Cardiology paper spells out the biological chain from first puff to plaque rupture.
Body
Why You Should Never Hold Your Pee – Even If You’re Busy
Holding it in every once in a while is no big deal. But if you do it regularly, it could have serious consequences for your body and mind.Anesthesiologist...
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Your arm position can make your blood pressure appear too high
Many people measure their blood pressure at home to monitor their health. However, a common mistake during the measurement process can affect the result.
Nutrition
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.
Diseases
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.
Diseases
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.
Exercise
How many push-ups should you be able to do? The number by age and sex
How many push-ups you can do in a row may quietly predict your risk of heart trouble.
Nutrition
Cutting ultra-processed food may double your weight loss without eating less
In a UK crossover trial, home-cooked meals doubled the fat lost at matched calories.
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The surprising mental health risks behind excessive daydreaming
New findings suggest compulsive daydreaming often appears alongside anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.
Still seeing green goddess salad on TikTok? Here is what it actually gives your body
The chopped bowl that broke the internet in 2021 is still everywhere. Here is the honest nutrition read.
The US job with the highest share of radiation cancer deaths sits 35,000 feet up
Flight attendants and pilots topped 503 US occupations in a new Harvard-led analysis.
Your neighborhood dry cleaner may be quietly linked to a higher Parkinson’s risk
A new Medicare study of nearly 19 million older Americans points to a familiar chemical culprit.
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Research explains why exercise habits are so hard to maintain
Many people want to be more physically active but stop again after a short time. Research points to an explanation that is often overlooked.
Research: Poor marriages can strain the heart
Persistent tension and frequent arguments in close relationships can place a burden on the body, without the consequences being felt immediately.
New analysis: Hormone therapy does not increase the risk of dementia
A new review examines whether hormone therapy after menopause increases the risk of dementia, following many years of debate.
Recognizing the Final Stages of Life: 8 Common Signs
Understanding the body’s signals in the final stages of life can help make this difficult time more manageable. Here are clear signs and advice...
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...