People often think that intimacy fades with age, but that's not always true. A recent study looked into how health and age affect sexual behavior and satisfaction in adults aged 50 to 90. The findings were interesting. It turns out that age and gender do play a role in how often people are intimate
Violence between adults is a big problem that affects health in many ways. It's not just about physical harm. The effects can be long-lasting and serious. Who gets hurt and who does the hurting matters. So does the type of violence and how often it happens. People who experience violence may face m
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
Female ultramarathon runners are pushing their limits, but their bodies might be paying a price. These athletes run distances longer than a marathon, often on tough mountain trails. More women are joining in, but not much is known about how this sport affects their health, especially their reproduct
Plants are packed with good stuff like vitamins and minerals. But there's a catch. They also have something called anti-nutrients. These sneaky compounds can block the good stuff from being absorbed. This makes it harder for the body to use the nutrients. Anti-nutrients work in different ways. Some
Japan is seeing a big change in how people smoke. Heated tobacco products, or HTPs, are becoming more popular. This is interesting because it shows how people are looking for different ways to smoke. HTPs are not the same as regular cigarettes. They heat tobacco instead of burning it. This makes th
Football is more than just a game in Turkey. It's a passion that brings people together, but it also has some unexpected effects. One of these is the impact on emergency department visits. Researchers wanted to see if there was a link between big football matches, called derbies, and the number of p
Social media has become a battleground for many, especially for women who have a large following. A recent study took a close look at female influencers on Instagram in Spain. The goal was to see how often these women face online harassment and what kind of health problems it causes. The study foun
Food isn't just about taste; it's a vital part of our lives, especially in difficult times. The Federal Research Centre of Nutrition, Biotechnology and Food Safety has been working behind the scenes for 95 years to ensure our food is safe and nutritious. During the Great Patriotic War, the Institut
Mondays are not just a drag on your mood; they might be secretly harming your health. Researchers from the University of Hong Kong discovered that older adults who feel anxious on Mondays have significantly higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their bodies for up to two months. This isn't
