Some supplements may pose risks for people with diabetes, experts say
Some surveys find that about 75% of U.S. adults have used supplements, while federal survey data shows that 58% used one in the past 30 days — but some groups…
Hidden virus inside gut bacteria linked to doubled colorectal cancer risk, study finds
A newly discovered virus hiding inside common gut bacteria may be linked to colorectal cancer, according to new research. Scientists in Denmark found that colorectal cancer patients were about twice…
Simple brushing routine could reduce dementia risk, say dental health experts
Brushing your teeth could do more than brighten your smile — it may also help you live longer. Growing research suggests that good oral hygiene is linked to a reduced…
Aging expert reveals 3 daily habits to protect independence in your golden years
“If you’re not sleeping, everything else tends to fall apart.” → Dr. Mary Claire Haver, certified menopause specialist and founder of The ‘Pause Life, on making simple lifestyle changes for…
Actor Eric Dane’s death from ALS sparks urgent focus on rapid decline
Eric Dane’s death has sparked conversations about the speed and severity of ALS. Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, the progressive illness — officially called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis — is…
Nightly bathroom habit was missed sign of common men’s cancer: ‘I didn’t know’
A father was diagnosed with prostate cancer after chalking his nightly bathroom trips up to drinking too much fluid before bed, as reported by SWNS. “I would wake up in…
New study hints at a hidden Alzheimer’s risk factor affecting older Americans
People with greater exposure to air pollution could face a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study by Emory University in Atlanta. Air pollution has previously…
Hundreds of wild bird deaths reported across seven counties, prompting park closures
Hundreds of geese have reportedly died in New Jersey, and bird flu is suspected to be the culprit. More than 1,100 dead or sick wild birds — almost all of…
Single dose of powerful psychedelic cuts depression symptoms in clinical study
A single dose of psychedelics significantly reduced symptoms in people with major depressive disorder, a new study found. The clinical trial was led by researchers at Imperial College London, where…
Change to nightly eating habits may help protect your heart, study suggests
Abstaining from food three hours before bedtime could benefit heart health, according to a recent study by Northwestern University. Extending an overnight fast for two hours, dimming the lights and…