Overactivity in the subgenual anterior cingulate cortex underlies several key symptoms of depression, anxiety, and heart disease. Read More
A new artificial intelligence algorithm can detect a person's risk of heart disease by analyzing a selfie. The technology examines specific facial features, such as wrinkles, xanthelasmata, and the rings on the outer edges of the cornea, which are already known to be associated with heart disease, to determine a person's risk factor. Read More
Working fewer hours isn't only associated with improved health and psychological benefits; it can also help us to become more productive. Read More
Those who own dogs may have a boost when it comes to cardiovascular health. Researchers found pet owners report better physical wellbeing than those who don't own a pet. Dog owners had a significant improvement in cardiovascular health, physical fitness, and diet over owners of other types of pets. Read More
Contrary to popular belief, higher coffee consumption is not associated with an increased risk of arterial stiffness. Drinking up to 25 cups of coffee a day has little impact on heart health. Read More
Drinking more than six cups of coffee per day is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Read More
Experiencing daily anger increases inflammation and raises the risk of developing chronic illnesses, such as heart disease and cancer, in those aged 80 and over. Read More
One hour of walking, or other physical activity, per week, significantly increases the likelihood of maintaining a disability-free status for up to 4 years in older people at risk for osteoarthritis. Read More
UCSF researchers report the food and beverage industries push sugary products while obfuscating the significant health issues added sugars can cause. The findings shed light on sugars' link to disease and exposes industrial tactics to downplay the public health risks of diets too high in sugar. Read More
According to researchers, being a night owl puts you at increased risk of health issues such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. One reasons why, researchers report, is those who stay away later at night have unhealthier eating patterns and diets. Read More
Researchers report death rates slow after the age of 105. The study reveals there appears to be no fixed limit to the human life span yet in sight. Read More
A new study reports caffeine concentration, the equivalent of four cups of coffee, can promote the movement of a regulatory protein into mitochondria. This can enhance mitochondrial function and protect heart cells from damage. Read More
