Ultra-processed foods are linked to reduced life expectancy, with each meal potentially cutting life by minutes. Experts highlight sugary drinks and processed meats as major contributors to mortality risk.
About one-third of older Americans feel pandemic-level loneliness and isolation, with women and those with health issues most affected. Experts warn this silent epidemic poses serious risks to health and longevity.
A surprising finding reveals that a sweet treat could help considerably reduce the risk of diabetes development. The flavanols in cocoa have several hidden benefits for human bodies.
Recent research reveals that fat cells have a "memory" that can cause weight to return, even after successful weight loss. This memory, stored in the DNA of fat cells, makes it difficult to maintain long-term weight loss.
Fatty liver disease causes disruption in sleep, causing fragmented periods of sleep and awakenings during the night. Despite attempts to improve sleep, patients with this condition struggle to achieve restful, uninterrupted rest.
New research reveals a concerning link between UPFs and the onset of knee osteoarthritis, particularly affecting those with a higher intake of these foods.
Leaded gasoline, widely used in 20th-century automobiles, exposed millions of Americans to dangerous levels of lead, causing widespread brain damage and mental health issues.
A groundbreaking health strategy is encouraging 20 minutes in nature three times a week, five hours monthly, and three annual days outdoors. Backed by neuroscience, it's a simple, effective way to reduce stress and improve well-being.
The deadly outcome of alcohol has concerned experts, as the related deaths have soared almost double, with four-fold jump in younger adults. Experts warn that no amount could considered a safe limit.
Experts caution that as the human lifespan has increased, many older adults face a decline in health during their later years. The focus is now shifting toward extending "healthspan" - the period of a life lived in good health, rather than just adding more years.