When parents sit too much, their kids tend to follow suit. But if parents keep active, children don’t mirror the same sedentary habits, a new study has shown. It highlights the power of parents as role models for healthier lifestyles. Continue Reading Category:Wellness and Healthy Living, Body and Mind Tags:Sedentary, Exercise, Parenting, Children, São Paulo State University| Body and Mind
Scrolling on your smartphone while on the toilet may be doing more than passing the time. A new study has found it could raise your risk of hemorrhoids by nearly 50%, thanks to the extra minutes spent sitting. Continue Reading Category:Wellness and Healthy Living, Body and Mind Tags:Smartphones, Toilet, Gastrointestinal, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center| Body and Mind
A new study combining brainwave monitoring and machine learning has found that certain types of music can dramatically reduce motion sickness symptoms – by more than half in some cases – offering fresh hope for more pleasant travel experiences. Continue Reading Category:Wellness and Healthy Living, Body and Mind Tags:Music Player, Cars, Chronic illness, Brain activity, Neuroscience| Body and Mind
The active ingredient in a common over-the-counter allergy spray may do more than ease hay fever symptoms. A new clinical trial found azelastine cut COVID-19 infections by 70%, hinting at a cheap, accessible way to add protection alongside vaccines. Continue Reading Category:Wellness and Healthy Living, Body and Mind Tags:Coronavirus (COVID-19), Infections, Respiratory health, Saarland University| Body and Mind
After decades of research a long-awaited vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) may finally be here. Preliminary Phase 3 data has revealed maternal immunization with a new vaccine delivered extraordinary protection from severe disease in babies across their first few months of life.| New Atlas
A unique placebo-controlled study has found daily caffeine consumption can significantly reduce the volume of gray matter in the human brain. The researchers stress these findings do not imply caffeine negatively impacts the brain but instead suggest the drug may induce a kind of temporary neural…| New Atlas
Byproducts from gut bacteria breaking down tryptophan, a dietary amino acid, can restore hormone-secreting gut cells reduced by obesity, a new study found. It opens the door to a natural, side-effect-free alternative to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic.| New Atlas
Animal studies have consistently demonstrated calorie-controlled diets lead to better health and longer lifespans. Human trials testing different dietary regimes have established calorie restriction as an effective way to lose weight, but it hasn’t been clear if long-term calorie restricted diets…| New Atlas
Some things we eat or drink raise our risk of deadly diseases like heart disease or cancer. But, strangely, a recent paper argues that, once we have those diseases, some of the same factors can show the opposite association with survival in observational studies. This survival twist – described in the paper as a risk–survival paradox and dubbed “Cuomo’s Paradox” – raises questions about how prevention findings translate to survivorship. It doesn't, by itself, overturn current nutr...| New Atlas - New Technology & Science News
Over the past several years, we've all become pretty familiar with alcohol-based hand-sanitizing gels. A new type of gel is said to kill just as many microbes, but it does so for much longer … and it doesn't dry out your skin. Continue Reading Category:Wellness & Healthy Living, Body & Mind Tags:University of Georgia, Viruses and Bacteria, Antibacterial| New Atlas - New Technology & Science News
Kombucha, a sour drink made by fermenting sweetened tea, has shown some promise as a health-promoting beverage. Now, its powers may extend to helping those suffering from type 2 diabetes keep their blood glucose levels in check, according to a new small study.| New Atlas
It may not be to everyone's taste, but kombucha tea may be able to deliver the benefits of fasting, without the hardest part – the fasting itself. Researchers found that when the yeasts and bacteria from the fermented, sweetened tea colonized the gut, they altered fat metabolism, without any other…| New Atlas
Pharmaceutical companies Eisai and Biogen have announced the first results from a Phase 3 human trial testing a drug designed to treat symptoms of dementia associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The drug seems to be successful at slowing cognitive decline, making it the first drug to ever effectively…| New Atlas
A new Alzheimer’s disease treatment has been controversially approved for use in the United States despite an independent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel reporting last year the drug’s Phase 3 trial results were inconclusive. The approval marks the first new treatment for…| New Atlas
Hospital meals have long been the butt of jokes, but new research shows they might actually pose a health risk, with low-quality diets failing to meet basic nutrition standards in hospitals and nursing homes.| New Atlas
A new study has somewhat redeemed the tau protein, which up to now has been associated with the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Turns out, the protein has a ‘good guy’ role, helping to protect against harmful free radicals in the brain and promoting healthy aging.| New Atlas
Scientific studies continue to show us how exercise can bring a range of cognitive benefits, from limiting the risk of Alzheimer's to giving an immediate boost to our learning capabilities. Researchers working in this area at the University of South Australia have turned their attention to…| New Atlas
One dose of a new treatment, delivered by nasal spray, clears away build-ups of the toxic tau protein associated with Alzheimer’s disease from inside brain cells, improving memory, according to new research. It paves the way for new treatments for the debilitating disease.| New Atlas
A new study has found that a kid who has suffered a concussion – even a mild one – is 15% less likely to go on to higher education in adulthood. It highlights the long-term impact of traumatic brain injury on learning, regardless of severity.| New Atlas
New research has found that even a years-old mild concussion can have long-lasting effects on brain function and behavior in otherwise healthy people. The study adds to a growing understanding of traumatic brain injury and is relevant to the evolving legal landscape around brain injuries in sports.| New Atlas
A new study has found that eating between one and six eggs each week significantly reduces the risk of dying from any cause but particularly from heart disease – even in people who have been diagnosed with high cholesterol levels.| New Atlas
A new study has investigated the effects of four common artificial sweeteners on the gut microbiome in humans. The findings revealed not only can these sweeteners lead to distinct changes in gut bacteria composition but they can also alter a person’s glucose tolerance and blood sugar levels.| New Atlas
A new study has found that consuming a widely available artificial sweetener produces a chemical that is damaging to DNA. The findings raise concerns about whether the sweetener is a contributing factor to a number of health problems.| New Atlas
We’re encouraged to drink more water because ‘it’s good for us.’ Now, a new study has tested that claim, examining the evidence from previous studies to see whether increasing the amount of water you drink really does provide health benefits.| New Atlas
A provocative study from researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has suggested people who don't drink enough fluids could be at greater risk of chronic disease and be more likely to die at a younger age.| New Atlas
A herbal mouthwash selectively killed off bad bacteria in the mouth while preserving the good strains, according to a new study. It suggests an alternative to conventional mouthwashes, which were found to kill indiscriminately and damage gum tissue.| New Atlas
The fact that eating less meat improves cardiovascular health is not a new revelation, but previous studies supporting this have often been hampered by confounding factors such as genetics, background and lifestyle. Now, scientists have removed many of those variables, with a study on identical…| New Atlas
We know diet and lifestyle play a huge role in the onset of diseases and the management of many medical conditions, but for a lot of us, making long-term changes is easier said than done. But researchers have now demonstrated that eating a plant-based diet for just two months has a significant,…| New Atlas
There are few areas of health with as much conflicting information as diet and nutrition. In an effort to simplify advice, the American Heart Association (AHA) has offered a no-nonsense assessment of 10 popular dietary patterns specifically for how well they can improve cardiometabolic health.| New Atlas
Obesity caused by a high-fat Western diet damages the pancreas, affecting insulin production and blood sugar control even after dietary changes and weight is lost. The new research suggests that early intervention is needed to stop obesity from causing permanent pancreatic damage.| New Atlas
A new study has found that the level of regret reported by transgender individuals following gender-affirming surgery is less than 1%, which is significantly lower than the regret associated with having children, getting a tattoo, or undergoing plastic surgery.| New Atlas
Switching from a diet including meat to a low-fat vegan diet reduced severe hot flashes in menopausal women by a staggering 92%, according to a new study. Interestingly, the benefit was seen even if the women ate highly processed plant-based foods.| New Atlas
Two new studies published in Nature Communications offer some of the strongest evidence to date for a relationship between depression and gut bacteria. The research does not claim bacteria in the gut directly causes depression, but does suggest a strong correlation that could inform novel…| New Atlas
Consuming foods and drinks particularly high in flavonoids – such as berries, tea, dark chocolate and, yes, red wine – could potentially safeguard your brain in older age, with researchers linking these plant-based antioxidants with lowering the risk of developing dementia.| New Atlas
Investigating the relationship between diet, gut bacteria and systemic inflammation, a team of Stanford University researchers has found just a few weeks of following a diet rich in fermented foods can lead to improvements in microbiome diversity and reductions in inflammatory biomarkers.| New Atlas
We are eating 400-500 calories – roughly the same energy intake as a recommended main meal – in snacks every day, with little nutritional value but a whole lot of fat and sugar. Researchers say a few better decisions will make a world of difference.| New Atlas
Bad news if you love a nice weekend cheat meal: scientists have found evidence that "diet cycling" between healthy food Monday to Friday, followed by a weekend reward of greasy takeout, could trigger cognitive impairment and poor gut health.| New Atlas
Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind wearable tech that quickly, simply, and non-invasively tests for important health markers using menstrual blood. The affordable device could revolutionize women’s healthcare.| New Atlas
A new announcement from pharmaceutical company Roche has revealed the failure of a massive global Phase 3 trial testing its latest anti-amyloid Alzheimer's disease treatment. The failure marks another twist in the ongoing rollercoaster of research looking for drugs to reduce build-up of the protein…| New Atlas
The second leading cause of death and the third leading cause of disability globally, stroke is a common and debilitating condition. While much is known about risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, alcohol consumption and high cholesterol, relatively little is known about how ambient temperature, particularly at night, affects stroke risk. Continue Reading Category:Stroke, Brain Health, Body & Mind Tags:Strokes, Heating, Heat island effect, Climate Crisis, Helmholtz Zentrum Muenchen| Stroke
It is believed that long before Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diseases present more obvious symptoms, the disorders may be noticeable in subtle changes to a person's sleep patterns. A new project aims to see if such telltale changes could be detected by a small earbud-like device, allowing action to…| New Atlas
A leading panel of US experts has updated its health guidelines, formally recommending those over the age of 60 against taking aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke. The recommendation is based on growing evidence indicating the harms of daily aspirin use outweigh any benefits in otherwise…| New Atlas
Updating an ancient form of health diagnosis with modern machine learning, researchers have developed a remarkable system that can reveal a range of medical conditions just by looking at your tongue. Testing showed off its near perfect accuracy. Continue Reading Category:AI & Humanoids, Technology Tags:Medical Imaging, Tongue, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, University of South Australia, Diabetes| AI & Humanoids
New research has reported a link between elevated blood levels of perfluooctane sulfate (PFOS) and increased risk of liver cancer. The study is the first to directly associate exposure from this “forever chemical” to liver cancer in humans.| New Atlas
Researchers at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine have found strong evidence exposure to a common group of household chemicals can be associated with 13 different health conditions. The related economic costs have been estimated at between US$5 billion and $60 billion annually in the United States…| New Atlas
A striking new review article from researchers in Europe argues the global spread of certain hazardous chemicals is so pervasive that unsafe levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) can be found in rainwater from all parts of the world, including remote regions such as Antarctica and…| New Atlas
