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Heart health: Mediterranean versus low fat diet

In a recent study, scientists compared the effects of a Mediterranean diet with those of a low fat diet on key biological processes linked to heart health. Written by Timothy Huzar on December 15, 2020...

Is stretching better than walking for reducing blood pressure?

Regular stretching exercises may be more effective than brisk walks for combating hypertension, according to a new study. The researchers found that 30 minutes of stretching on 5 days of the week led to greater...

Benefits and uses of B-complex vitamins

Vitamin B refers to not one, but eight different vitamins. All B vitamins play a role in converting food into energy in the body. Each vitamin also has a unique role in a person’s health...

Study finds no evidence that vegan diet benefits specific blood type

Proponents of the blood type diet claim that people with type A blood benefit most from a vegan diet. However, a new study found no link between diet and blood type. The researchers instead suggest...

Is there a link between ocean pollution and damage to human health?

Human actions are causing widespread damage to ocean ecosystems and threatening human health, a new report suggests. Written by Timothy Huzar on December 12, 2020 Fact checked by Hannah Flynn, MS Read full Article

Preventing obesity earlier in life may reduce Alzheimer’s damage

A recent study found trends of changes in brain structure that were related to obesity. These trends emphasize the importance of preventing this metabolic condition early in life. They also provide insight into what the...

Can herbs and spices lower blood pressure?

High blood pressure, or hypertension, increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, both of which are leading causes of deathTrusted Source in the United States. Nutrition advice on how to lower blood pressure often includes using...

How gut microbes contribute to good sleep

Intestinal health has a close connection with healthy brain function. New research from the University of Tsukuba in Japan suggests that gut bacteria may also influence normal sleep patterns by helping create important chemical messengers...

Could telomere shortening protect against cancer?

Researchers at Rockefeller University studied the TIN2 protein associated with telomere length. They found that telomere shortening — a sign of cellular aging — might help protect against cancer. Written by Erika Watts on December...

Can a smile reduce the pain of an injection?

A recent study finds that both smiling and grimacing could reduce the sensation of pain associated with a “vaccination-like needle injection.” A sincere smile also reduced stress-induced physiological responses in participants. Written by Tim Newman...