By Chris Melore Women who use chemicals to straighten their hair may be doubling their risk for a rare form of cancer. Researchers with the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) say they have found a link between these hair chemicals and higher rates…
By Kate Kheel Though we humans have indeed been slow learners, many have now come to understand that exponential growth cannot be maintained on a finite planet. For millennia, there was little change from one generation to the next. Civilization evolved at a slow and…
By B.N. Frank Research has already determined that exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) including from cell phones, smart watches and other wearables, virtual reality (VR) headsets, and other sources of wireless “Wi-Fi” radiation (including 5G) is biologically harmful. In fact, manufacturers are required to provide…
By Study Finds Meditation may protect older people against Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, according to new research. The ancient relaxation technique boosts brainpower among people over 65 years-old, scientists in France say. It can boost attention, awareness, and emotional health – faculties…
By Shyla Cadogan Cystic fibrosis, being the aggressive disease that it is, often presents new clinical obstacles tied to treatment. Now, a new study by Oregon State University researchers may help improve patient outcomes, revealing that CF patients who take vitamin C supplements can help…
By Shyla Cadogan Stress not only wears on the mind, but the body too. Our bodies can generally withstand this, but chronic stress takes an enormous toll that can increase fatal cancer risk over time, according to researchers from the Medical College of Georgia. “As…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Most health experts would likely agree that yoga and meditation are great ways to maintain strong mental health. Research shows their effects may also translate to physical health as well. A new study from the Keck School of Medicine at USC finds…
By Study Finds Middle-aged people who consume more omega-3-rich foods (like oily fish) and supplements are more likely to be better thinkers and avoid dementia, a new study finds. Researchers with the American Academy of Neurology found eating more of the healthy fatty acids, which…
By John Anderer High blood pressure, or hypertension, often causes people to feel perpetually stressed out or angry. Now, researchers from the University of Michigan say people with hypertension may also experience a faster deterioration in their cognitive abilities (thinking skills, decision making, memory) in…
By Bridgitte Swales, University of Stirling and Anna Catriona Whittaker, University of Stirling It is well known that aerobic exercise, such as running and cycling, can help you live longer, but less has been known about the effect of lifting weights on longevity. Now, results…
By John Anderer Many children these days find it difficult to concentrate on a single task for very long. While some doctors are quick to prescribe medications like Adderall for wandering minds, new research finds there may be a more natural solution. Researchers say the…
By Study Finds Pumping iron can almost halve an older person’s risk of a premature death, according to new research. Muscle strengthening workouts protect against almost every life-threatening illness, study authors from the National Cancer Institute say. Lifting weights makes the body leaner and can…
By Study Finds Being unhappy or experiencing loneliness accelerates the aging process more than smoking, according to new research. An international team says unhappiness damages the body’s biological clock, increasing the risk for Alzheimer’s, diabetes, heart disease, and other illnesses. The team reports that they…
By John Anderer What’s the best way to maintain peak brain health as we age? There are countless studies detailing ways to prevent cognitive decline, so scientists in Norway sought to simplify the science of managing strong brain health to three recommendations. “The keys to…
By Study Finds Staying up late can be fun, but a new study finds it can also be bad for your heart and overall health. Researchers have found that “night owls” are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes or heart disease than people who…
By John Anderer Children and adolescents usually want to grow up as soon as possible, but most older adults will say they want nothing more than to turn back the clock. Research out of the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine gives both…
By John Anderer Night owls take note! Early risers who remain active throughout the day tend to be more content and sharper mentally, especially in older age. Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh report that seniors who get up early and stay busy all day…
By John Anderer Losing weight is a tough task for many people, but it can be particularly difficult for those living with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Interesting new research, however, finds that early weight loss success among diabetics attending weight management programs can stronger predict…
By Study Finds Exercising more and sitting down less can lower the risk of women developing breast cancer, according to a new study. Observational studies have already shown a link between sedentary behavior and breast cancer risk but have not provided proof of what causes…
By Mayukh Saha Parents always want their kids to be smart and intelligent. Some experts have been suggesting that teaching children how to code can benefit them in many ways, but new research has pointed out that music is the gateway to getting smarter kids….
