Could taking fish oil supplements help lower cancer risk?
Past studies show that omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play an important role in a person’s overall health. Mainly found in oily fish or plant-based sources, both of these essential fatty acids play an important role in keeping the brain functioning properly, as well as helping with the body’s growth and development. The body cannot produce either of these fatty acids, […]
How Does Stress Affect Your Immune System?
Your body’s stress response can trigger several physiological changes, which can affect immune function. Why you’re stressed and how long you’re stressed can impact how your immune system responds. When you feel stressed, your body undergoes several changes to help you survive and overcome perceived threats and obstacles. These changes allocate resources to critical functions […]
Why coffee could be good for your health
In the past, coffee was associated with increased health risks. But research from the last decade finds that drinking coffee may actually benefit your health. Caffeine is the most popular psychoactive drug in the world. Humans have been drinking coffee, a natural source of caffeine, for centuries, but there have been mixed messages around its effect […]
The gut microbiome could affect cardiovascular health and how we age
Scientists have characterized the way age and metabolism can present in the microbiome. Researchers in China developed an age-related and metabolism-related microbial signature based on findings from investigations in a cohort of over 10,000 Chinese people, and verified it on a cohort of over 9,000 Chinese people. They then looked at the impacts these signatures […]
Urine Colors Explained
Urine color changes from clear to orange with your hydration level but may also change due to food pigments or medications. Specific colors may indicate a condition that needs medical attention. Doctors refer to the standard color of your urine as “urochrome.” Urine naturally carries a yellow pigment. When you stay hydrated, your urine will […]
Does Your Child Need Glasses? Look for These Signs
You’ve noticed your young child complains of headaches and rubs their eyes a lot. Does that mean it’s time to get glasses? It could, says a Baylor College of Medicine expert, and noticing these signs early is critical for young children because their schoolwork could suffer or they could lose their vision completely. “There is […]
Our skin is teeming with microbes. We should learn to love them
Billions of bacteria, fungi and viruses live on the surface of our bodies. We are only just beginning to understand the vital role they play in our health and wellbeing. Your skin is crawling. Zoom in on any square centimetre of the skin on your body and you’ll find between 10,000 to one million bacteria living there. […]
Manuka Honey Reduces Breast Cancer Cell Growth, Study Says
New research has revealed that Manuka honey may have potential as an alternative prevention and treatment option for estrogen receptor (ER)-positive breast cancer. Recent research revealed that compounds found in Manuka honey exhibit anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-cancer effects. Moreover, previous investigations have shown that honey may be an effective alternative for treating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. Now, a […]
Study uncovers some underlying reasons why music therapy helps treat depression
Using music to help treat mental illness is one focus of mental illness research. Experts are interested in understanding music therapy and how to achieve the best results from its use. A study published in Cell Reports looked at some of the underlying mechanisms involved in the effectiveness of music therapy as a treatment for depression. The researchers found that subjective […]
New research links a healthy diet with limited added sugar to lower biological age
A new study found that women following a diet rich in vitamins and minerals with low added sugar had a lower biological age. Moreover, even when people follow healthy diets, the researchers found that each gram of added sugar consumed was associated with a higher biological age. The researchers at the University of California (UC) […]
