As we age, the body undergoes a number of changes, both externally that you can see and internally that you cannot see. Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine have discovered that humans undergo two major changes in their molecules and microorganisms around ages 44 and 60. Scientists found…

Herbs have been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Herbal supplements have recently become very popular due in part to the social media platform TikTok. Researchers at the University of Michigan report that an estimated 15.6 million U.S. adults — or 5% — have taken at least one…

Osteoarthritis is a common and chronic condition that can involve cartilage damage.Researchers are interested in finding ways to address cartilage damage.In a recent study, researchers designed ‘dancing molecules’ that could be key in boosting cartilage repair.Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition that affects joints and can lead to cartilage degradation.Current treatment…

Advanced glycation end products, generally found in higher amounts in animal-derived foods, are harmful compounds linked to insulin resistance and metabolic health issues. A recent study suggests that a low-fat vegan diet may be more effective at reducing AGE levels and managing weight than the Mediterranean diet, at least in…

New research shows that glial cells play an important role in producing amyloid beta, a protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease.The study, undertaken by scientists at the Max Planck Institute, challenges long-standing views and could lead to new treatment approaches for the disease.Although Alzheimer’s disease remains incurable, these findings may help…

Music therapy is a treatment option that may help manage many conditions, particularly different forms of mental illness. Experts are interested in understanding more about why music therapy is helpful in treating certain conditions.One study found that music therapy’s effectiveness in treating depression is related to people’s subjective enjoyment of…

A new study suggests that baked and roasted potatoes can help people with type 2 diabetes maintain healthy blood sugar levels and reduce their waistlines.The study compared baked potatoes with another carbohydrate — an equivalent portion of white rice.Potatoes in any form that have been fried are not beneficial to…

Dementia for people with Parkinson’s disease may occur less often, and when it does occur, may develop later, a new study suggests.Two new investigations have found that early understanding of dementia’s inevitability for Parkinson’s patients has been significantly overstated.One of the new investigations found that less than 10% of people…

Although Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, there is still no cure for the disease.New disease-modifying drugs have shown potential, but there are concerns about side effects of these treatments.In the search for new therapies, a study has developed a molecule that restores lost cognitive function in…

Previous research shows several health concerns can increase a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, including high blood pressure. Researchers estimate 46% of adults worldwide do not know they have hypertension. Researchers from the University of New South Wales have found people with untreated high blood pressure may have an…