The NHS is now offering a new diet that can reverse type 2 diabetes in those afflicted with the condition. A new study looked into the efficacy of the revolutionary shake and soup diet. The research suggests positive news for the millions of people who suffer from the disease. The solution requires a few dietary...
If you walk into any pharmacy, you are likely to be met with a seemingly endless choice of supplements. A multivitamin may seem like the only supplement you need, but there are actually several others that are highly beneficial. Take, for example, fish oil supplements. They are currently very popular, with 8 out of every...
Did you know that there was a link between red meat and dementia? When people consume around 1 ounce of red meat per day, their risk of developing dementia rises by 14%. However, if their red meat is replaced with a serving of legumes and nuts, their risk drops by 20%! This data was based...
Researchers have published a new study that takes a comprehensive look at the United States’ cancer rates. They aimed to measure and compare incidence rates of cancer diagnosis and mortality in different generations over time. The study concluded that the incidence rates of Gen X and Millennials were 2 to 3 times higher than those...
Cancer is listed among the leading causes of death worldwide, along with cardiovascular and chronic respiratory diseases. [1] There were just under 20 million new cases reported worldwide in 2022 alone. [2] With these numbers rising annually, it is essential that individuals get diagnosed as early as possible. With an early diagnosis, it is more...
Dementia cases are rising every year, with the current statistics stating that there are currently 55 million afflicted individuals worldwide. However, a new study has found that around half of these cases could be prevented by simply addressing 14 dementia risk factors early on in life. Thanks to studies such as this one, we are...
A recent study has found a significant connection between anxiety and dementia. Researchers say that those who suffer from anxiety triple their risk of developing dementia later in life. Published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, it is the first study of its kind to investigate the link between anxiety and dementia over...
Imagine finding a body so well preserved that you assume it must have been recently buried. So recent in fact, that you could still deduce what he ate for his last meal. Believe it or not, this is exactly what happened in the 1950s. The discovery of the Tollund Man has led to a greater...
Nothing can ruin a summer’s night barbecue like the sudden appearance of mosquitoes. Yet, you may notice that some people get bitten while others remain completely unharmed. Your friends could be sitting right next to you blissfully unaware of these pests while you spend the entire night swatting at your face. There are actually several...
In 2020, it was estimated that over 55 million individuals suffer from dementia worldwide. Research suggests that this number is further estimated to double every 20 years. [1] This is why doctors must be able to detect individuals with the potential to develop Alzheimer’s as early as possible. This way, they can enter them into...
How often you poop can reveal a lot about your body’s state of health. Regarding bowel movement frequency, it is essential to strive to stay regular. But have you ever really given much thought to how often you should poop to stay regular and healthy? A recent study published in Cell Reports Medicine has shed...
Which one of us hasn’t dreamed of living forever? With recent advances in modern technology, we may soon be taking one step closer to that dream. The reality is that we might never achieve immortality, yet we shall soon be able to extend our lifespan significantly. A recent study involving a new anti-aging drug showed...
