The power of polyphenols hiding in your morning coffee
Breast cancer killed roughly 694,000 women worldwide in 2024, making it the most common cancer among women and the second leading cause of cancer death for women in the United States. Polyphenols, a group of plant compounds already known for their antioxidant properties, are emerging as one of the more promising dietary factors researchers are […]
3 risk factors to avoid that could delay dementia by over a decade
New research suggests that people who keep their blood pressure, blood sugar and smoking habits in check during midlife spend far longer living without dementia than those who do not. The heart and the brain have always been linked, and doctors have long said that what helps one tends to help the other. A new […]
Can vitamin D slow metastatic colorectal cancer
A large new clinical trial has found that high-dose vitamin D3 does not significantly improve survival for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer, countering earlier hopes that the supplement could boost chemotherapy’s effectiveness. The trial, known as SOLARIS and published in JAMA, is one of the most rigorous tests yet of a theory that had circulated […]
What breakfast is best for your metabolism?
New research from the University of Waterloo suggests men and women may benefit from different breakfast strategies, with carbohydrate-rich meals working better for men’s metabolisms and fat-rich meals suiting women’s, based on how each sex processes fuel after an overnight fast. What did the study actually find Researchers found that men’s metabolisms tend to respond […]
Butt breakouts explained: causes and what actually works
Bumps on the buttocks that look like pimples are usually not acne at all. The skin in the buttocks area does not have the same concentration of oil glands as the face, so what looks like a breakout is more often folliculitis, keratosis pilaris, contact dermatitis or a boil, each with its own cause and […]
Multivitamins and aging: What a new study actually found
New research suggests it might, particularly for older adults whose bodies are already aging faster than their actual age would suggest. A large clinical trial found that a standard daily multivitamin slowed certain biological aging markers over a two year period compared with a placebo, offering one of the more concrete findings yet on this […]
Protein powder daily: Is it actually good for you?
Yes, for most people daily protein powder use is safe and can help meet protein targets, particularly for those who struggle to reach adequate intake through food alone. That said, it works best as a supplement to a protein rich diet rather than a replacement for whole foods. How much protein do I actually need […]
Sunscreen for darker skin, why it still matters
While melanin provides some natural defense against UV rays, it does not make darker skin immune to sun damage. Dermatologists say the average dark skinned person has a natural SPF protection level of only 7 to 13, well below the daily minimum experts recommend, meaning sunscreen remains essential regardless of skin tone. What SPF level […]
Why does my eye keep twitching for days?
The most common form of eye twitching is a slight flutter of the upper or lower eyelid, often brought on by tiredness, stress, or excess caffeine intake. It is annoying but does not damage the eye and usually fades without treatment. Other everyday contributors include digital eye strain, since long stretches of screen time reduce […]
Why diabetes could be quietly affecting your hearing
New research points to a clear link between type 2 diabetes and hearing loss, one that has received far less attention than other well known diabetes complications. A review of 29 studies covering more than 17,000 participants found that adults with type 2 diabetes are more than twice as likely to experience clinically significant hearing […]