The fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) hormone has been a key target for developing weight-loss drugs because the protein increases energy expenditure, causing the body to burn calories. But how the hormone... View More
The time is nearly upon us when we turn our clocks back an hour for autumn, making daylight even more scarce in the evening. Though the extra hour of sleep is a bonus, could the diminished evening light... View More
Personalised diet plans will not be widely accepted by the public until regulations are in place to protect information about our DNA, new research has shown.Led by Newcastle University, the Food4Me project... View More
Researchers analyzing dietary supplements recalled by the US Food and Drug Administration discovered that around two thirds of these products still contained banned pharmaceutical ingredients at least... View More
Fennel is highly prized for its licorice-like flavor and the myriad of health benefits it provides, and has been used in natural remedies since ancient times. Originally cultivated in the Mediterranean,... View More
A new study claims that social media sites, such as Facebook, may contribute to marketing of unhealthy foods to adolescents and young adults. Conitnued at MedicalNewsToday>>... View More
It is estimated that around 1 in 10 adults in the US report some form of depression. But a new study published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests that symptoms of depression could be prevented or reduced by engaging... View More
A small study finds when late-teen girls eat breakfast, it raises levels of a chemical in the brain's reward center that may help them stop craving sweet foods and overeating during the rest of the day.... View More
Lateral quickness is an important part of athletic development. Having the ability to effectively decelerate and then re-accelerate the other way is critical for success in field and court sports. Incorporating... View More
Jim Rohn, motivational speaker, often talks of the law of averages and how it plays a role in how we are influenced. He states that we are generally the average of the top five people we spend the most... View More
Metabolic syndrome could be reversed by following a Mediterranean diet with extra-virgin olive or nuts. This is according to a new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. Continued... View More
With football season in full swing, there's no shortage of talk about young players - from high school down to the pee wee levels - suffering from concussions. Yet many parents may lack knowledge about... View More
A new study claims performing a single yoga pose for 90 seconds for at least 3 days a week could reduce spine curvature in patients with scoliosis in as little as 3 months. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>
Previous research has shown that coffee consumption can benefit the liver, but a new study indicates that drinking decaf also lowers liver enzyme levels, suggesting the benefits are not linked to caffeine... View More
healthy lifestyle could reduce women's risk of stroke by more than 50%, according to a new study published in the journal Neurology. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>... View More
We all know that exercise is good for us. We join gyms, start running, buy home workout DVDs, all in the quest for a fitter, slimmer, more toned body and improved health. But after a few weeks our interest... View More
hen we think of unhealthy lunch choices, pizza, fried chicken and french fries typically spring to mind. But what about that sandwich innocently sitting on the shelf? According to a new study, sandwiches... View More
