Background A low-fat vegan diet, supplemented with soybeans, has been shown effective in reducing postmenopausal hot flashes. This secondary analysis assessed the association of a plant-based index (PDI), healthful (hPDI), and unhealthful (uPDI), with changes…

Good old reliable milk. New research found that when it's combined with particular oral drugs, milk significantly improves their absorption by the body. It’s the latest in a series of studies showing that milk is a highly effective drug-delivery vehicle.

Whether it's reading a book, having a shower or putting on some music, many of us have some kind of ritual – small or large – that we do before lights out. And while we have a feel for the good and the bad, we often don't really know just how detrimental…

Study of 420,000 Britons suggests speeds of at least 4mph can lower risks by up to 43%

Researchers at Aston University have called for more advice to be given to young people about preventing dry eye disease, after a study carried out in conjunction with Oslo University Hospital and Sørlandet Hospital Trust in Norway found that 90% of the study’s…

Extensive use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has resulted in their ubiquitous presence in human blood. PFAS exposures have been associated with multiple adverse human health effects. Biomonitoring studies have focused on long-chain PFASs, but…

A new study finds that sexual activity before bed—whether with a partner or solo—can improve sleep quality by reducing nighttime wakefulness and increasing sleep efficiency, based on objective brain monitoring in cohabiting couples.

Scientists have found a way to boost the brain's system to clear waste from the organ in mice, which could open treatment possibilities for neurodegenerative diseases

Understanding the Effect of Bedding on Thermal Insulation During Sleep Researchers examine how different postures and bedding influence the ...

A new review in Brain and Behavior makes the case that sugar can be addictive. The authors highlight how sugar changes brain function, triggers cravings, and leads to behaviors that resemble addiction—contributing to obesity, anxiety, and metabolic disorders.

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Among over-50s, women seem to require less exercise than men to get the same reduction in heart disease risk, suggesting health guidelines need to be updated

Sitting has often been referred to as the new smoking thanks to its negative health benefits. For the first time ever, according to researchers in England, the flavanols in cocoa have been found to block its detrimental effects on blood vessels.

Communications Medicine - Fitton et al. investigate sleep-physical activity relationships using 28 million person-days of objective health monitoring data collected across 244 geographical regions....

Studies show that scratching overrides itch signals and engages pain-modulating regions in the brain, creating a sense of relief and calm

BIDMC study shows even a single binge drinking episode can damage the gut lining, trigger inflammation, and cause “leaky gut” in healthy adults.

Engaging in self-pleasure before going to sleep is linked to falling asleep faster, experiencing better physical rest, and waking up with elevated positive emotions, according to a recent survey exploring the hidden boundaries between waking behavior and…