A large population-based study examined whether the way people accumulate their daily steps affects their long-term health, regardless of how many total steps they take. The research focused on adults who were not highly active, defined as…
Category: 5. Health
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Parkinson’s breakthrough changes what we know about dopamine
A new study led by researchers at McGill University is calling into question a long-standing idea about how dopamine influences movement. The findings suggest a shift in how scientists understand Parkinson’s disease and how its treatments work.
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A traditional Brazilian plant shows unexpected strength against arthritis
A research team in Brazil has found strong evidence that the Joseph’s Coat plant (Alternanthera littoralis) is both safe and effective at reducing inflammation, easing pain, and protecting against arthritis. The study was carried out by…
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Study links full-fat cheese to lower dementia risk
- A large new study suggests that eating more full-fat cheese and cream may be linked to a lower risk of developing dementia later in life.
- High-fat cheeses are defined as containing more than 20% fat and include familiar varieties such as…
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Healthcare Demand Is Rapidly Growing
The growing aging population will require more tailored care.
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A new tool is revealing the invisible networks inside cancer
Researchers at the University of Navarra in Spain have created RNACOREX, an open-source software platform designed to identify gene regulation networks linked to cancer survival. The tool was developed by scientists at the Institute of Data…
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Is a vegan diet safe for kids? A huge study has answers
Carefully planned vegetarian and vegan diets can support healthy growth in children when appropriate supplements are included, according to a major new meta-analysis, the most comprehensive review to date of plant-based diets in young people.
