By Study Finds If you’re worried about developing diabetes, drinking tea throughout the day may help. New research shows that people who consume at least four mugs a day are 17 percent less likely to develop the disease. Scientists from Wuhan University in China say…
By Study Finds Air pollution hits women harder than men, according to a new study. Researchers say diesel exhaust fumes change components of blood affected by inflammation and infection — but these changes were greater among women. Scientists at the University of Manitoba say levels of…
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 Study Finds Drinking tea reduces the risk of dying young, according to a new study. Study author Dr. Maki Inoue-Choi and a team from the U.S. National Cancer Institute have found that drinking two or more cups of black tea a day is better…
By Study Finds Middle-aged vegetarian women are more likely to suffer a hip fracture compared to regular meat eaters, new research reveals. Using hospital records, the study found that vegetarians had a 33 percent higher risk compared to people who ate meat at least five…
By Study Finds Getting a good night’s sleep on a regular basis slashes the risk of heart disease and stroke. Unfortunately, few people are actually getting this, according to a new study. Researchers in France found that a staggering 90 percent of people are generally poor…
By Study Finds The pain could finally be taken out of those tricky furniture shipments that arrive flat and require you to decipher poorly-written assembly instructions. That’s because scientists are developing innovative chairs and tables that assemble themselves after being removed from their packaging. This…
By Study Finds Modern pesticides are leaving bees’ brains “buzzed” warns new research. They damage the vital pollinators’ brains so that they can’t walk in a straight line, say scientists. Exposure to neonicotinoids, the worlds’ most commonly used insecticide, and new generation sulfoximine harms coordination. It’s similar…
By Study Finds Older people can stave off Alzheimer’s disease with a daily 15-minute walk or other physical activities, according to new research. Researchers in Germany say moderate physical activity boosts all areas of the brain, especially those involved in memory. Staying active also benefits…
By Study Finds Love grapes? You’ll love this study then. Snacking on grapes could potentially add up to five years to your life, research suggests. Scientists behind the study at Western New England University describe the results as “astonishing.” Grapes are rich in chemicals that…
By Study Finds Loneliness increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by almost a third, according to new research. Socially isolated individuals are about 30 percent more likely to suffer a stroke or heart attack — death from either. Scientists at the University of California, San Diego…
By Study Finds When it comes to bone health, a new study finds people on a plant-based diet should grab the dumbbells. Researchers in Austria have found that lifting weights is the best form of exercise for vegans – trumping cycling and swimming. The team…
By Study Finds Eating more potassium-rich foods like bananas, avocados, and salmon could protect older women against a heart attack or stroke, a new study reveals. Specifically, researchers say potassium is an essential mineral that lowers blood pressure, especially among people who consume too much…
By Study Finds It’s no secret that drinking tea is good for you. Could it possibly be the healthiest drink in the world? Tea has been an integral part of traditional medicine for thousands of years and is revered as a cure-all in many Asian…
By Study Finds Taking high-dose vitamin B6 supplements may help to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression, a new study reveals. Researchers from the University of Reading in England report that young adults taking a dose 50 times the recommended daily dose reported feeling less anxious…
By Study Finds When you’re in pain, your central nervous system transmits signals to opiate receptors in your brain. These signals help you perceive the discomfort you’re feeling. Whether it’s a headache, a bruised muscle, or recovery from an injury, it’s almost instinctual for many…
By Study Finds Humanity has been searching for the fountain of youth for seemingly as long as time itself. For centuries we’ve been chasing ever-elusive longevity, and along the way countless strategies have been concocted. How to live longer is a popular question on Google,…
By Study Finds A one-jab, self-boosting vaccine that provides patients with several doses at different times is currently under development. Scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say the one-shot would provide multiple stages of vaccination thanks to microparticles that release payloads at different intervals….
By Study Finds Kids who go straight onto their screens after school are more miserable and feel less healthy than those who do homework or play outside, a new study reveals. Researchers from the University of South Australia say those who meet up with friends,…
By Study Finds Babies are being exposed to liver disease-triggering chemicals — before they are even born, a new study warns. The toxic particles – found in plastic food containers, toiletries, toys, and other consumer and industrial products – are fueling rising cases among young…
