Sleep deprivation – getting too little high-quality sleep – is a serious health problem. More than one-third of people in the US report getting less than the recommended minimum of
Deep Sleep May Act as Fountain of Youth in Old Age
As we grow older our nights are frequently plagued by bouts of wakefulness, bathroom trips and other nuisances as we lose our ability to generate the deep, restorative slumber we
Seven Hours of Sleep is Optimal in Middle and Old Age, Say Researchers
Seven hours is the ideal amount of sleep for people in their middle age and upwards, with too little or too much sleep associated with poorer cognitive performance and mental
A Friend, Not Foe: Common GI Tract Parasite Reduces Inflammation to Promote Gut Health
The human gut is a thriving ecosystem, teaming with thousands of bacterial species whose interactions determine its health and susceptibility to diseases. While some microorganisms are harmful, many are beneficial
Calcium Supplements Linked to Earlier Death in Older People With Heart Valve Disease
Calcium supplements, frequently taken to lessen the risk of brittle bones (osteoporosis) and fractures, have been linked to an increased risk of death among those with aortic valve stenosis, a
Two Servings of Avocados a Week Linked to 21% Lower Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Eating two or more servings of avocado weekly has been linked with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, and substituting avocado for certain fat-containing foods like butter, cheese or processed
Plant-Based Omega-3s May Boost Heart Health, Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
People often think of salmon when they think of omega-3 fatty acids, but a new research review found that the major plant-based version of the nutrient, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), can
Eating Cranberries Linked to Improved Cardiovascular Health
A new clinical trial has found that daily consumption of cranberries for one month led to improved cardiovascular function in healthy men. The new study, published in Food & Function,
Climate Changes Leading to Longer, More Intense Allergy Seasons
Allergy seasons are likely to become longer and grow more intense as a result of increasing temperatures caused by human-made climate change, according to new research from the University of
Moderate Light Exposure During Sleep Harms Heart and Increases Insulin Resistance
Close the blinds, draw the curtains and turn off all the lights before bed. Exposure to even moderate ambient lighting during nighttime sleep, compared to sleeping in a dimly lit