You might have heard about the American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 (LE8)—a set of guidelines to keep your heart healthy. But have you ever wondered if following these guidelines could help with tough-to-treat high blood pressure? Let’s take a look. Researchers dived into data from the N
Ever since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry left the royal family in 2020, they've been forging their own paths. Meghan, in particular, has been working on her own business plans in the United States. As we move into 2025, it seems Meghan has a clear goal in mind: to make a name for herself, independe
Diabetic kidney disease is a major health concern, and scientists are exploring the role of oxidative stress in its development. Oxidative stress happens when there's an imbalance between harmful molecules called free radicals and the body's antioxidant defenses. One way to measure this imbalance is
A group of scientists have discovered something interesting about our brains. They found that our brains age the most at three specific ages: 57, 70, and 78. This means that our minds might start to slow down a bit more during these years. The team looked at over 10, 000 adults' brain scans and chec
Manta rays and their relatives, like the cownose ray, have fins that are uniquely adapted for life in the open ocean. These fins are split into two parts, each serving a different purpose: one for eating and the other for moving. This special adaptation started with the little skate, a distant relat
Ever thought about what happens when your liver gets too much fat? That's what we call metabolic associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD). It's like your liver is collecting extra fat it doesn't need. This can lead to serious problems later. But guess what? You can actually help your liver by making s
Recent findings in brain health are moving away from just diagnosing movement issues like Parkinson’s Disease (PD), focusing more on how to manage them effectively. This shift is happening because PD is becoming more common worldwide due to people living longer. One curious fact is that centenarians
When it comes to understanding our health, sometimes numbers can speak volumes. A recent study in the United States dived into the occurrence of lymphopenia among Americans. Lymphopenia is a condition where the number of lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) drops below normal levels. It's more c
Metabolic syndrome in kids is a growing health concern. It's a mix of issues like obesity, high blood pressure, fatty liver, and poor cholesterol levels. Experts are trying to figure out exactly how it starts. They think it could be due to a mix of genes and lifestyle factors like what kids eat, how
Think about this: the things we do to stay active might not be so great for the planet. This study dives into how people choose to travel for their workouts and what gear they use. It's like asking, "Can we be fit and eco-friendly at the same time? " The researchers looked at how people see themselv
