2+ hour, 45+ min ago  (1219+ words) For some time now, we've known of a connection between the brain and the gut. Known as the gut-brain axis, it shows that what happens in the brain can directly affect the gastrointestinal system, and vice versa. Recent research has…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (1265+ words) The Mediterranean diet is an eating pattern emphasizing plant-based foods, healthy unsaturated fats, lean proteins, and whole grains, while limiting red meat, added sugars, and processed foods. Research highlights that the Mediterranean diet and its variants have been associated with…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago  (1137+ words) Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide, and the second most common cancer in American males. While screening can help identify cancers at an earlier and more treatable stage, experts have long debated the best way…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago  (731+ words) Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. It is estimated to affect more than 55 million people worldwide and is projected to affect more than 150 million individuals by 2050. However, diagnosis can be challenging, particularly in the early stages when…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago  (1057+ words) A study presented in June 2026 at the 63rd European Renal Association Congress in Glasgow, United Kingdom, suggests that dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers (DCCBs) may increase the risk of major adverse kidney events by 33% in people with type 2 diabetes, compared with other…...

5+ day, 9+ hour ago  (712+ words) An ischemic stroke happens when the blood supply to the brain is restricted or cut off. A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when there is bleeding in or around the brain. A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is similar to an ischemic stroke,…...

6+ day, 1+ hour ago  (837+ words) According to the World Health Organization, 57 million people had dementia worldwide in 2021. These numbers are increasing; a recent study suggested that more than 150 million people would have the condition by 2050. A person's risk of developing some types of dementia is…...

6+ day, 12+ hour ago  (944+ words) It's not uncommon to lose bone density or mass as we get older. As we age, our bones begin to break down, making them more porous and more prone to fractures. Hormonal changes, such as those associated with menopause, can…...

1+ week, 1+ hour ago  (850+ words) According to the World Heart Federation, cardiovascular disease is currently considered the leading cause of death in women on a global scale. Previous research shows that women are more likely to die from a heart attack or stroke when compared…...

1+ week, 2+ hour ago  (876+ words) A study published in Pharmaceutics in April 2026 looked at whether different liquids could affect how medication is released in the body. The study examined 22 beverages to determine whether any sped up the release of medication. It found that alkaline mineral…...