Vitamin D and calcium supplements may help lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity. The study showed a significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
Pandemic stress led to a rise in American alcohol consumption, sparking an ongoing crisis as addiction rates and alcohol-related deaths continue climbing.
Scientists have uncovered a two-phase timeline in Alzheimer's progression, identifying that certain neurons are especially vulnerable early on. This finding suggests treatments may be more effective if applied in the initial phase of the disease.
Scientists warn that popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic may lead to significant muscle loss, raising concerns about the "quality of weight loss." Experts emphasize the importance of preserving muscle while shedding fat to ensure healthy weight loss outcomes.
The common cold sore virus can penetrate the brain, potentially affecting areas controlling heart rate, sleep, and mood. Researchers highlight links to neurodegenerative diseases, raising concerns about long-term brain health risks.
The CDC reports that 1 in 5 US adults are diagnosed with depression, but experts warn of harsh antidepressant side effects, like skin issues and emotional blunting.
Research shows that physical activity significantly lowers mortality risk for dementia patients, reducing it by up to 29%. Findings suggest that staying active before and after diagnosis could be a key factor in improving survival rates.
The weight loss and anti-inflammatory effects of semaglutide are believed to be the reasons behind the pain reduction.
New guidelines to help doctors and patients lower the risk as experts predicted over 500,000 people in the US may experience a first-time stroke this year.