Progress in medicine and favorable social conditions will allow people to live beyond 100 years in the near future, said Batyr Berdiklychev, head of the World Health Organization (WHO) office in Moscow, in an interview with TASS. “It can be said that people around the world are now living much longer. Modern preventive methods, improved…
Dark pigmented marks on the skin are a fairly common issue that can be caused by various factors. These include pregnancy, prolonged sun exposure, aging, and genetic predisposition. These marks tend to increase, spread, and become more noticeable over time, so it’s no surprise that people try to get rid of them as soon as…
Researchers at Fujita Medical University have found that both the composition of food and the speed at which it is consumed play important roles in weight control. Slowing the pace of eating can help reduce calorie intake, thereby lowering the risk of obesity and related diseases. The study is published in Nutrients. The experiment involved…
Alopecia is an autoimmune disease that causes irreversible hair loss on the scalp and body, affecting nearly 2% of the global population at some point in their lives. A team of researchers from Australia, Singapore, and China has discovered that activated hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs)—essential for hair growth and repair—depend on a powerful protective…
What is a bleeding disorder? A bleeding disorder is a condition that affects the way your blood normally clots. The clotting process, also known as coagulation, changes blood from a liquid to a solid. When you’re injured, your blood normally begins to clot to prevent a massive loss of blood. Sometimes, certain conditions prevent blood…
The compound luteolin, found in coffee, tea, fruits, vegetables, and leafy greens, may slow down visible signs of aging and reduce the risk of disease, according to British therapist Rob Galloway of Sussex University Hospital, as reported by the Daily Mail. The doctor cited a study by Japanese scientists who found that luteolin supplements slowed…
American scientists from Yale University have identified a link between elevated ozone levels in the air and an increased risk of heart attack in young people. The study was published in the scientific journal GeoHealth. The team analyzed data from 2,322 patients aged 18 to 55 who had suffered a heart attack. The researchers examined…
A new study finds that women who drink at least one sugary beverage per day are five times more likely to develop oral cancer than those who generally avoid sugary soft drinks The University of Washington study was conducted amid an alarming rise in oral cancer cases, primarily among young, non-smoking, and non-drinking patients with…
German scientists from the University of Heidelberg and other institutions have discovered that even short-term restrictions on smartphone use significantly affect brain activity related to dopamine and serotonin—neurotransmitters that regulate mood and addiction. The study was published in the medical journal Computers in Human Behavior (CHB). The team recruited 25 young adults, ages 18 to…
New research suggests that fresh mangoes may help improve cardiovascular metabolic health. A study published in Nutrients found that consuming two cups of mango daily—containing only about 100 calories—may help reduce insulin levels and improve insulin sensitivity in overweight or obese adults with low-grade chronic inflammation. The findings highlight how simple dietary choices can help…
