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Your home’s air could be making you sick – here’s how to fix it
When the colder months set in and we spend more time indoors, air quality inside our homes becomes increasingly important.The hidden health risksPoor indoor air is associated with...
Mind
The world’s top 10 countries with the highest age at first marriage
eople around the world are waiting longer to get married, with some countries seeing first marriages happening well into the late 30s.Economic factors, education, career ambitions, and shifting...
Body
What is a normal resting heart rate? Here’s what the numbers mean
The 60 to 100 bpm range covers most adults, yet large studies suggest a tighter window may serve your heart better.
Injuries and Ailments
Many women still have significant pain months after a C-section, and most are not warned
A global evidence review of nearly 28,000 women finds the aftermath of a cesarean can drag on for years, disrupting sleep, mood and daily life.
Diseases
What your blood pressure does while you sleep may matter more than your daytime reading
An overnight pattern called non-dipping raises the risk of heart disease, stroke and kidney damage, and scientists are closing in on why.
Body
How to manage your cholesterol levels naturally
High cholesterol can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, but there is much you can do yourself.Treatment often begins with lifestyle changes before medication is considered. Below are a...
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Vitamins and Supplements
A daily probiotic may lower the risk of death for babies born too early
In 4,695 very preterm babies, a daily three-strain probiotic was linked to a sharply lower risk of death and a dangerous bowel disease.
Dietary Habits
How drinking too much water can affect your kidneys
Drinking too much water in a short period of time can challenge your kidneys’ ability to maintain the...
Body
New study: The brain responds to every single breath
A new study shows that our breathing is linked to activity in the brain.
Vitamins and Supplements
7 signs you may not be getting enough omega-3
Most Americans fall well short of the recommended intake, and the gap can quietly affect your skin, joints and mood.
Vitamins and Supplements
Millions quit statins over side effects. A 154,000-person review says most are not the drug
A large review found that most symptoms people blame on statins were no more common than in patients taking a sugar pill.
Exercise
These everyday chores count as physical activity
Physical activity does not have to take place at the gym or involve going for a run. Several ordinary everyday tasks can also contribute.
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Exercise
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News
Poor sleep in the last weeks of pregnancy may raise your child’s obesity risk by age 2
Babies born to mothers who slept poorly late in pregnancy started life lighter, then overtook their peers by toddlerhood.
Being a teenager today is measurably harder than it was generations ago, new study shows
One in four young adults in the UK is struggling with mental health. A new independent review says the distress is genuine, not a statistical illusion.
Scientists may finally know what triggers psoriasis – and what to do about it
A study of more than 1.1 million people has mapped why psoriasis starts.
Your pregnancy phone habit could reach the fetal heart, a new review suggests
A systematic review of 20 studies points to changes in fetal cardiac output and a higher preterm birth risk with intensive daily phone use.
Latest Articles
Should you receive hormone therapy during menopause? Here’s what the research says
Most women experience the effects of menopause firsthand. However, the choice of treatment can be complicated, and research shows both benefits and risks.
Red blood cells are vital – researchers have now identified changes in them among extreme endurance athletes
Extreme endurance training is often seen as a sign of strong physical fitness. However, new research indicates that very long-distance runs may have negative effects on the body.
Floating spots before your eyes? Here’s when to take it seriously
Do you see small spots or threads drifting across your vision, moving away when you try to focus on them? In most cases, it is completely harmless — but here is when you should pay attention.
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...