How common is junk food addiction? 

For anyone struggling to maintain a healthy weight, having an unhealthy relationship with food or feeling dependent on junk food can be a major factor.  Now, a new study by the University... Read more »

How can physical activity help with cognitive decline? 

Cognitive decline is common with age. However, a new study has found that moderate to high-intensity workouts could help to reduce some of its effects.  For the study, which was conducted by... Read more »

How important is your metabolism speed for weight loss? 

Studies have shown that your metabolism slows down with age. Younger people often find they can eat as much as they like but, over time, this changes, and weight gain kicks in. ... Read more »

Are ‘pay to walk’ apps a good way to make money? 

Is your new year’s resolution to start walking more? Staying active is important for your physical and mental health, and studies show that walking every day can reduce the risk of many... Read more »

What are the long-term health impacts of Long-Covid?

A new report released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics has shown that “Long Covid” is responsible for thousands of deaths.  Long Covid is... Read more »

How to support your immune system this winter

The winter season can be a hotbed of cold and flu viruses. As the temperatures plummet and days get shorter, many of us have already started preparing for winter illnesses.  But, the... Read more »

Can exercise help to reduce cravings for unhealthy food? 

Having a healthy diet can cut the risk of physical and mental health problems. But, avoiding cravings for unhealthy food is something a lot of people find difficult. Luckily, researchers have found... Read more »

Study reveals that sleep deprivation is still a problem – and it’s having huge effects on people’s health 

According to a new study on sleep habits, nearly half of Americans aren’t getting enough sleep. The study also found that 30% of respondents had trouble falling or staying asleep and about... Read more »

US regulators approve new immunotherapy drug for type 1 diabetes 

The FDA has approved a new biological therapy for type 1 diabetes which has been described as “game-changing”. The drug delays the onset of the condition and is the first therapy that... Read more »

CDC data shows alcohol-related deaths increased during the pandemic 

In recent decades, the number of alcohol-related deaths has been steadily rising. But, the numbers increased sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data from the CDC.  The data shows that the... Read more »