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Even Exercise by 'Weekend Warriors' Can Cut CV Risk
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) is a familiar and established approach to reducing cardiovascular (CV) risk, but it's often believed that... -
Heart-Protective Diet in PURE Study Allows Whole-Fat Dairy
Diets containing higher amounts of certain food categories appear to be protective against cardiovascular (CV) disease and premature death, suggests... -
Does artificial sweetener aspartame really cause cancer? What the WHO listing means for your diet soft drink habit
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is the specialised cancer agency of the World Health Organization, has... -
EU Investigates Ozempic, Weight-Loss Drug Saxenda After Suicidal Thoughts Reported
An EMA safety committee is looking into adverse events raised by the Icelandic Medicines Agency, including two cases of suicidal... -
Sucralose Damages DNA, Linked to Leaky Gut: Study
A new study reveals health concerns about the sugar substitute sucralose so alarming that researchers said people should stop eating... -
Atomic Habits: How to Get 1% Better Every Day - James Clear
James Clear is an author and speaker focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. His work has appeared in the... -
HRT, Even Short-Term Use, Linked to Dementia Risk in Women
Short-term and cyclical use of estrogen and progestin therapy for menopausal symptoms is linked to an increased risk of dementia, results... -
BMI 'Vastly Underestimates' True Obesity
Twice as many US adults have obesity based on assessment of their fat volume by DEXA scan compared with measurement of body mass... -
WHO advises against use of artificial sweeteners
New guidelines from the UN health agency released on Monday have advised against using non-sugar sweeteners (NSS). The recommendation from the World... -
DASH Diet or Low-Carb Diet for Heart Health?
If you’re one of the millions of people worldwide who struggle with high blood pressure, you certainly want to focus... -
Risk of depression: Another reason to avoid ultra-processed foods
A somewhat alarming study from Deakin University has found that the risk of depression significantly increases among Australians consuming more... -
CV Benefit From Vitamin-D Caps Hinted in Huge D-Health Trial
Adults aged 60 or older who took high monthly doses of Vitamin D for 5 years failed to show a significant...