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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...
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...
Diseases
Eli Lilly’s next shot after Ozempic hit about 60 pounds in people with diabetes
The new Eli Lilly drug just posted its biggest numbers yet, and some doctors are already comparing the results to the operating room.
Diseases
8 early warning signs of prediabetes most people write off as normal aging
They feel like getting older or just being tired, but your body may be sounding an alarm you can still turn off.
News
A simple saline shot may hold carpal tunnel pain at bay far longer than a steroid shot
The current go-to injection often fades in weeks, and a new trial tested a very different approach to the trapped nerve.
Body
Osteoarthritis? Scientists reveal an unexpected treatment that can significantly reduce pain
A new study suggests that just one short round of low-dose radiation might help ease the pain and stiffness of knee osteoarthritis. Researchers believe this underused therapy could become...
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Diseases
A new clue to why some babies arrive too early has been found in the immune system
Scientists tracking thousands of pregnant women found something in the blood weeks before anything else looked out of place.
Diseases
7 everyday habits that may quietly be raising your risk of liver damage
The habits adding up on your liver are often not the ones you would guess, and most never involve a drink.
Diseases
Brain bleed history no longer means ruling out blood thinners for AFib, new data suggests
For years, doctors have faced a wrenching trade-off when atrial fibrillation strikes someone who has already bled into the brain.
Diseases
Air pollution may be quietly raising your blood sugar even if you don’t have diabetes
A large European study tracked more than 21,000 adults and traced a surprise influence on blood sugar that no diet or workout can cancel out.
Diseases
Two drugs you may have in your medicine cabinet just entered an Alzheimer’s trial
Researchers want to shortcut a search that has moved painfully slowly for years, and they are starting with two surprisingly familiar medicines.
Vitamins and Supplements
7 warning signs your vitamin D may be dropping as the days get shorter
The body makes most of its supply from the sun, and once October ends the pipeline largely shuts down across much of the country.
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1 in 5 infants globally missed their first measles vaccine in 2023, and cases are up 40% since 2019
Decades of progress against childhood measles are slipping, and the gap begins before most babies take their first steps.
No approved drug exists for cocaine addiction, and the NIH just bet on a psychedelic
The treatment comes paired with its own kind of therapy, and it targets a pattern the two illnesses have in common.
8 warning signs of sleep apnea most people chalk up to just being tired
The clues show up in daylight, not in the dark, and most of us hand them straight to a late night or stress.
Your relationships may leave a measurable mark on a specific brain network
The same pattern in the same brain region can mean two very different things, depending on who you have around you.
Latest Articles
New study: Japanese people live longer – but not necessarily healthier
A new study compares the health of older adults in Japan and Sweden, examining whether longer life expectancy translates into better health.
Hospice nurse shares insights into final moments before death
What really happens in the final seconds of life may be far calmer and more revealing than most people expect.
Doctor highlights these surgeries as the most painful
Modern treatment has made surgeries less invasive, but both the procedures themselves and the recovery period can still be very demanding. The article is...
How Long Should You Be Able to Hold a Plank? Find the Answer Based on Your Age
The plank is an incredible exercise that strengthens your core, including your abs, obliques, and lower back. But how long should you actually be...
How Many Steps a Day Are Enough? Find the Answer Based on Your Age
Many believe the golden rule for a healthy life is 10,000 steps a day, but this target doesn’t necessarily suit everyone. Here’s how many...
8 Reasons Why Chia Seeds Might Do More Harm Than Good
Chia seeds have become a staple in kitchens worldwide, and for good reason.These tiny seeds are packed with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, fibre,...
These 10 Foods Can Improve Your Sleep
Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Your next meal could be the key to a better night’s rest.AlmondsAlmonds are packed with magnesium...
Learn How to Make Cornmeal Bread Like a Bakery
A traditional Brazilian dish, golden and soft, perfect for serving at afternoon tea.Ingredients½ cup of all-purpose flour½ cup of cornmeal¼ cup of sugar1 teaspoon...
Do You Know Which 5 Fruits Are the Healthiest in the World? A Study Reveals the Answers
A study conducted by William Paterson University in New Jersey identified the 41 healthiest foods. In the top 10, watercress, Swiss chard, and spinach...