Mixed Chemicals in Beauty Products May Harm Women’s Hormones
Researchers say parabens and other chemicals found in common cosmetic products may negatively impact a woman's hormone levels, increasing the risk for certain diseases.... Read More...
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Anti-Inflammatory Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of Early Death
Researchers report following an anti-inflammatory diet can help lower the risks of dying from cancer and cardiovascular disease. ... Read More...
Stroke Doubles Dementia Risk
According to a new study, people who have suffered a stroke are twice as likely to develop dementia.... Read More...
It’s Official – Spending Time Outside is Good For You
A new study backs up previous findings that spending time outside and living close to nature has significant physical and mental health benefits.... Read More...
Don’t Let Depression Keep You From Exercising
Researchers say exercise is crucial to the overall health of those with depression. The study reveals people with higher levels of fitness during middle age were significantly less likely to die from cardiovascular disease, even if they were diagnosed with depression.... Read More...
Marriage May Protect Against Heart Disease, Stroke and Associated Risk of Death
A new study reports being married may be good for your health. Researchers report single people are at higher risk of dying from heart disease and stroke than married people. The risks were significantly higher for those who have never married.... Read More...
Link Between Social Stress and Shortened Lifespan: Mouse Study
In mice, social stress can increase risk factors for cardiovascular disease and shorten life span, researchers report.... Read More...
Vascular Risk Interacts with Amyloid Levels to Increase Age Related Cognitive Decline
Vascular risk factors appear to have a negative synergistic effect with amyloid beta levels in the brain, researchers report. The study suggests a combination of increased vascular risk and higher amyloid levels in the brain can predict more rapid cognitive decline during aging.... Read More...
Using AI to Detect Heart Disease
Researchers apply deep learning algorithms to help measure physiological changes linked to heart disease.... Read More...
More Than Five Drinks a Week Could Shorten Lifespan
A new study reveals drinking more than five pints of beer or glasses of wine per week could decrease life expectancy. Drinking more than 10 alcoholic drinks a week is linked to a one to two year shortened life expectancy, researchers report.... Read More...
Low Levels of Alcohol May Be Good For the Brain
According to researchers, a small alcoholic drink each day may be beneficial for brain health. Using mice, researchers found low levels of alcohol consumption is associated with less brain inflammation and a more effective glymphatic system. This allows CSF to flow more efficiently through the brain and remove waste that can lead to neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...
Midlife Cardiovascular Risk Factors May Increase Chances of Dementia
Researchers report middle aged people expressing cardiovascular risk factors, including diabetes and high blood pressure, have an increased risk of developing dementia later in life.... Read More...