Tai Chi Might Help People With Long-Term Health Conditions
The slow, fluid movements of tai chi — an ancient Chinese exercise — appear to help older adults with chronic conditions improve their physical function, a new review suggests.
More Cavities Seen in Kids of Chronically Stressed Mothers
Dental cavities are more common among kids whose mothers suffer from chronic stress, according to a new study.
Is Acne Due To Sugar, Dairy Products, And Bad Fats?
Acne is clearly associated with diet. Strongly linked to acne is a diet high in refined carbohydrates, dairy, and the wrong type of fats.
Too Little Vitamin D May Hasten Mental Decline
Mental function may decline faster in older adults with low levels of vitamin D, a new study suggests.
Tight Control of Type 2 Diabetes May Help Prevent Dementia
Keeping blood sugar levels in check may have a protective effect against dementia in people who have type 2 diabetes, new Swedish research suggests.
Jumbo Portions Lead to Overeating, Study Confirms
Larger portions and oversized tableware do contribute to overeating, a new study reports.
Too Much, Too Little Sleep May Harm the Heart
Otherwise healthy people who have poor sleep habits may be putting themselves at risk for early signs of heart disease, a new study suggests.
Could Eating Fish Help Ward Off Depression?
Can eating a lot of fish boost your mood? Maybe, say Chinese researchers.
Could Red Wine Ingredient Affect Progression of Alzheimer’s?
High doses of resveratrol, a compound found in red wine and berries, may have some activity against Alzheimer’s disease, a preliminary clinical trial suggests.
Short, Intense Workouts May Help Hearts of Type 2 Diabetics
New research suggests that short bouts of high-intensity exercise could help reverse some early cardiac changes in people with type 2 diabetes.
Half of U.S. Adults Have Diabetes or High Risk of Getting It: Report
Close to half of all American adults have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, a new study finds.
Sleep Apnea May Hurt Kids’ Grades
When children have sleep troubles due to breathing problems — such as sleep apnea — they may struggle in school, new research suggests.