Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America and in the world. According to the World Health Organization, ischaemic heart disease showed the largest increase in deaths since 2000, when the death toll was 2.7 million. By 2021, that toll rose to 9.1 million. Ischaemic heart disease is one of many cardiovascular disorders,...
Across the globe, women are more likely to develop dementia, and biology provides one key reason. The story is quite complex, though, since your reproductive milestones and medical decisions tend to shape your lifelong exposure to hormones. Researchers are now carefully tracking how events like your first period, pregnancies, or surgery relate to later cognitive...
Some people seem to age slower than others, looking and feeling healthier than their peers. Science shows this difference often relates to biological age, which reflects how well the body’s systems are functioning. Unlike chronological age, which simply counts the years, biological age can shift depending on lifestyle. Researchers studying DNA markers, inflammation, and overall...
The skin is often called the body’s largest organ, and for good reason. It doesn’t just protect us from the outside world, it also reflects what’s happening inside. Many health issues can leave clues on the surface of the skin, including heart disease. While not every rash or spot is linked to a cardiac problem,...
Airport security is stricter than most travelers realize, especially when it comes to food. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) allows passengers to bring many snacks through checkpoints, but certain items can still cause delays or confiscation. Some foods are banned because of their texture, while others fall into a gray area that confuses travelers. Knowing...
Sometimes what feels exciting in the moment can come with a cost you didn’t see coming. What starts as harmless fun or a spark of passion can end up leaving marks you can’t just brush off. When the person you choose isn’t the right one, the impact can reach far beyond the night itself. This...
As Mary Poppins once said, a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down. But what about a spoonful of plastic and chemicals? That’s what many people are unknowingly swallowing with their softgel medications and supplements. Most of us associate vitamins with health, safety, and self-care. Yet new research is revealing that the glossy coating...
Heart attacks might look like they happen out of nowhere, but in most cases, the body tries to warn us first. According to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, more than 99 percent of people who had a heart attack already had at least one major health issue...
Midlife hits fast, and your body gets more opinionated about everything with age. However, that is not a crisis; it is a cue to start paying attention. Think of each midlife health warning as a friendly tap on the shoulder that says, “Maybe check this now, so you don’t have any major issues tomorrow.” Some...
Fiber is a recurring topic when it comes to digestive health. In a nutshell, it’s a type of plant-based carbohydrate that cannot be fully absorbed into the body. It may be famous for treating constipation, but its benefits go beyond that. Fiber is an essential part of a healthy diet, and it aids the function...
People have consumed and enjoyed dates for thousands of years. The date palm’s fruits provide significant health, nutritional, and economic benefits. Most people eat the sticky, sweet, and soft flesh of the date. However, recent research shows that the lesser-exploited date pit could be the source of a caffeine-free alternative. For centuries, the date seeds...
In recent years we’ve begun to start understanding just how bad the overconsumption of sugar is for our health. Illnesses like obesity and diabetes were not problems until we created extremely high-sugar products that are now ubiquitous in society. Today, so many of our regular, every-day products are laden with sugar – and we’re not...
