A new study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine makes a strong case for muscle-strengthening activities. According to the research team, who investigated data from adults in England, Scotland, Japan, Australia, and the U.S., performing muscle-strengthening exercises every week for 30–60 minutes per week is associated with a 10–20Read
The phrase ‘mood foods’ is taking on a whole new meaning. When it comes to warding off depression and anxiety, it might not be what you eat so much as when you eat it. A new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a member of the Mass General Brigham healthcareRead
New scientific findings offer hope and a natural solution to those who suffer from Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) — characterized by sensations of crawling, pulling, throbbing, aching, and itching in the legs. This sleep-disrupting condition affects close to 10 percent of the U.S. population and can lead to other healthRead
University of Pittsburgh researchers have discovered a new anti-aging pathway that involves cells repairing damaged lysosomes. These structures contribute to longevity by recycling cellular trash. The findings, which were published in the journal Nature, represent a promising new step toward treating age-related diseases driven by leaky lysosomes. “Lysosome damage isRead
Spending hours in front of a smart phone, computer, or other device that emits blue light has been associated with mental health issues and even obesity. Now a new study in Frontiers in Aging reveals that blue light exposure may also speed up the aging process. A clinical trial involvingRead
A new mice study in the journal Cell helps explain how a high-sugar, high-fat Western-style diet disrupts the gut microbiome, increasing the risk of metabolic disease, pre-diabetes, and weight gain. Study Details Researchers from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons set out to investigate the impact of theRead
