Many dog owners carefully think about what they eat for the sake of the planet—but new research suggests they may want to pay just as much attention to what they put in their dog’s bowl. A large new study has found that some dogs, especially those fed premium, meat-rich diets, can have a bigger food-related […]

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This piece was originally published by Michigan News and written by Fernanda Pires. The article has been adapted for use on Health Lab. Older adults with severe vision loss are three to four times more likely to fall when they live in homes with hazards such as missing grab bars, tripping risks or broken flooring. A University […]

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A new real-world study by neuroscientists at the University of Manchester shows that getting more bright light during the day can improve how well your brain works. This includes faster reaction times, better attention, and feeling less sleepy. The study, published in the journal Communications Psychology, is the first to look at how light exposure […]

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A new study from Sinai Health has found that a simple blood test could predict Crohn’s disease years before any symptoms appear. This breakthrough opens the door to early diagnosis and, potentially, prevention of the disease. The test measures the body’s immune response to a protein called flagellin, which is found on bacteria that live […]

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A large international study has found that taking fish oil daily can significantly reduce the risk of serious heart problems in people undergoing dialysis for kidney failure. This new discovery could improve the lives of many patients who face very high risks of heart disease. The research was co-led in Australia by Monash Health and […]

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Obesity is known to increase the risk of serious health problems like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. This happens because excess weight often leads to inflammation and poor function of fat tissue. While it’s well understood that losing weight can lower the risk of these conditions, scientists haven’t been sure if fat tissue itself […]

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Scientists from Duke-NUS Medical School have discovered how exercise helps aging muscles heal and stay strong. Their research explains why staying active is one of the best ways to keep your strength and mobility as you get older. The research team worked with partners from Singapore General Hospital and Cardiff University. They found that exercise […]

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About 445 million years ago, life on Earth nearly collapsed. In a relatively short geological moment, Earth’s climate flipped dramatically. Massive glaciers spread across the supercontinent Gondwana, sea levels dropped, and vast shallow oceans dried up. Then, just as conditions began to stabilize, the climate swung again—ice melted, seas warmed, oxygen levels plunged, and ocean […]

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We all have trouble from time to time managing strong feelings or relationships. But for people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), these are a constant struggle. They cause a lot of distress and can often lead to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Experts are trying to identify who’s at risk for developing BPD early in life, […]

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Imagine your stomach as a busy, lively city. Inside this city live millions of tiny creatures. This hidden world is called the gut microbiota. It includes bacteria, viruses, and other tiny life forms, including one called protists. Some of these tiny creatures can make us sick, but many are helpful and keep our bodies healthy. […]

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