We know that our vitamin and mineral intake is of critical importance to our long-term health. Vitamin B12, in particular, is essential for various bodily functions. These include DNA synthesis, red blood cell production, and nerve tissue health. Unfortunately, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at UC San Francisco, meeting the minimum requirement...
A new meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics is reigniting the long-standing debate surrounding water fluoridation, a public health practice hailed for its role in preventing tooth decay. The study, which derives data from dozens of international research papers, suggests a potential link between higher fluoride exposure in children and lower IQ scores. The authors acknowledge...
Around 10 million people around the world are diagnosed with dementia every single year and numbers continue to rise. However, a new study has revealed that as much as 13% of all new dementia cases in the US may actually be misdiagnosed. This means that many Americans are currently struggling with a condition that is...
Using powerful imaging technology, Swiss researchers recently observed the rapid spread of proteins associated with the development of Alzheimer’s disease. It is believed that the accumulation of these proteins in the brain may be linked to the development of dementia and are known as “superspreaders”. Researchers hope to learn why these abnormal clumps of amyloid...
Do you walk into rooms and forget why? Struggle to recall names mid-conversation? We all experience these types of memory lapses, but a surprisingly simple solution awaits just outside your door. The benefits of walking extend far beyond cardiovascular health, with recent research showing us its powerful effects on brain function and memory. The Brain Benefits of...
Have you ever climbed a flight of stairs and thought, “When did this get so hard?” We can call this your heart’s midlife crisis. Over time, even in the healthiest of us, the heart stiffens, loses flexibility, and struggles to keep up with oxygen demands. However, By our 50s or 60s, this decline often shows up as breathlessness or...
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), an unknown illness has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo, claiming the lives of over 50 people in northwest Congo. These deaths come in the past five weeks, with the outbreak occurring on January 21, 2025. Since then, 419 cases and 53 deaths have been recorded. The...
Strokes are a leading cause of disability and death worldwide, but many risk factors are within our control—especially our diet. The foods we consume can either increase or decrease stroke risk, making dietary choices a critical aspect of prevention. Some foods raise blood pressure, clog arteries, and contribute to inflammation, while others support cardiovascular health...
From a niche topic to an entire movement, the debate over seed oils versus animal fats among wellness fanatics has gone full swing on social media, with many demonising certain seed oils and glorifying the adoption of animal fats like butter and lard. This shift comes just two decades after the fat-free craze of the...
When you wake up and find your body reacting in unexpected ways, it can be both confusing and concerning. Many people don’t realize that those early morning symptoms might be a signal from your body that it’s dealing with hay fever. Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a condition in which your immune...
The good news is that the number of smokers around the globe has been on a steady decline. The concerning news is that there has been an alarming rise in the number of people diagnosed with lung cancer who have never touched a single cigarette. What is causing this rise in lung cancer incidences among...
What does it take to live past 100? Few people can answer this question better than Emma Morano, who lived to be 117 and became the last known person born in the 1800s. Her remarkable longevity was shaped by a mix of genetics, dietary habits, lifestyle choices, and personal philosophy. While researchers continue to study...
