Since 1990, the number of overweight and obese children has risen sharply on all continents, almost doubling. Although the USA has the highest prevalence, other countries are not far behind. […]
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A study suggests that menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) may have moderate effects on brain health, but this depends on a woman’s history of surgical interventions, duration of treatment and age
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Three common cardiovascular diseases in adults – heart failure, atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease – are associated with cognitive impairment and an increased risk of dementia. This is according
A new study from the University of Turku in Finland has found that reducing daily sitting prevents the worsening of back pain over a six-month period. The result strengthens the
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If doctors want to know more about a patient’s risk of cardiovascular disease, they can order a cardiac stress test. But when it comes to stroke risk, there is no
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A research team consisting of Professor Dong Sung Kim, Professor Anna Lee and Dr. Jaeseung Youn from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at POSTECH has successfully recreated the structure of
Eating is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and overeating is one of life’s growing pains. The process of food intake seems to be organized on a cellular level like a
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, governments around the world took restrictive measures – such as lockdowns and school closures – to contain the spread of the respiratory disease. It is well
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It is well known that restricting calorie intake improves health and increases life expectancy, but how this happens remains a mystery, especially in terms of protecting the brain. Buck scientists
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New research suggests that epigenetic markers in the blood could be useful for understanding dementia risk. Two linked papers from the University of Exeter and Maastricht University have jointly advanced
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Proteins that COVID-19 leaves behind long after the initial infection can drive up cortisol levels in the brain, inflame the nervous system and cause immune cells to hyper-react when another
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In a study published in the journal Life Science Alliance, Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists found that lower folate intake can promote healthier metabolism in aging animal models, disproving the
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Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have developed a new method for predicting dementia with an accuracy of over 80% and up to nine years before diagnosis. The new
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Beetroot is not only a popular vegetable and a valuable source of vitamins and minerals. Research shows that the spherical or elongated tubers offer a range of health benefits. In
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Avocados not only taste delicious, they also offer a range of health benefits, which is why they are rightly counted among the superfoods. In fact, the green fruit contains plenty
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Researchers at Columbia University have discovered a genetic variant that reduces the likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 70%, potentially protecting countless people from the disease. The discovery
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Stress affects the brain in multiple ways. It reduces the ability to remember and perceptual learning, as well as damaging brain structure. Stress: The Greatest Health Hazard of Our Time
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Having trouble falling or staying asleep? The answer could lie in your kitchen. Foods that help you sleep contain sleep-promoting nutrients that can induce a natural, restful nights’ sleep. If
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Maca, scientifically classified as Lepedium meyenii, has been cultivated for more than two millennia. This plant grows only in specific regions of the Peruvian Andes at altitudes of 4,000 meters
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The prostate gland, located beneath the bladder just in front of the rectum, is essential to male health in that it helps produce certain compounds that make up semen, while
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In this short article, andropause will be discussed in detail, including the link between libido and andropause. In addition, we will explore the various natural remedies that can be used
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Osteoporosis occurs when the rate at which bone tissue is resorbed by the body exceeds the rate at which new bone tissue is produced, resulting in reduced bone density. As
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With its high omega-3 fatty acid content, there is no shortage of the amazing benefits of fish oil for men, including immense advantages for both physical and mental health concerns.
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Aging affects all of us eventually, both inside and out. Our skin begins to sag and fine lines appear; our arteries and joints degenerate in ways that affect mobility and
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While the physical symptoms of aging are obvious, they’re only the most noticeable aspects of a process that begins deep inside the body at a molecular — and even genetic
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One of the most common parenting struggles occurs at the kitchen table. While most parents want their children to eat a healthy variety of foods, many children are picky eaters
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As adults grow older, their bones become more brittle and, as a result, they can fracture more easily. While this phenomenon can affect both men and women, women are more
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Thanks to an increasingly busy and intricate world, stress is a pervasive element in modern life. When you can’t go anywhere without constant noise and traffic around you, it is
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Estrogen is the hormone most commonly associated with women. However, men’s bodies also produce estrogen. In women and men alike, a certain amount of estrogen is needed for optimal health.
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Maca is cruciferous plant native to the Andes Mountains of Peru. This nutritious root, scientifically classified as lepedium myenii, is commonly consumed for its various nutritional and medicinal purposes and can be
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Melatonin is a hormone produced by the body in response to low levels of light to initiate sleep. Due to its influence on the sleep-wake cycle, it is also a
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Encountering stress is inescapable, but it turns out that how we deal with it in the short term has long-lasting effects on our long-term health, happiness and overall well-being. You’re
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There is no doubt that the last 18 months have been challenging due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The global pandemic and resulting economic crisis and physical isolation have negatively
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As we age, it is natural to experience a gradual decline in cognitive function. Although it is normal to experience a certain level of decreased brain function with advancing age,
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This short blog will examine the stage of life known as menopause, its typical manifestations, other seemingly strange menopause symptoms and their causes, as well as methods women may employ
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Due to the rising threat of antimicrobial resistance, antibiotics have received an increasing amount of attention in recent years. It is well-known that antibiotics interrupt the millions of microorganisms that
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New research suggests that vitamin D benefits our health in more ways than previously believed, helping to sustain muscle strength and even protect against common ailments. Many people in the
Scientists believe there may be a correlation between IBD and prostate cancer. Here, we will discuss what IBD is, the symptoms and causes of IBD, the purported link between the
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Osteoporosis occurs when the rate at which bone tissue is reabsorbed by the body exceeds the rate at which new bone tissue is produced, leading to decreased bone density. As
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Almost 30 million people in the United States suffer from diabetes, a disorder of glucose metabolism. This number is growing at an alarming rate, making this one of the most
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