Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have become quite close with many celebs in recent years — including Christmas caroler Michael Bublé. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex recently hit the slopes with the 48-year-old crooner and his wife, Luisana Lopilato, in Vancouver, Canada, this month to celebrate the 2025 Invictus Games. But how did this … Read more
New research suggests that early birds face a greater risk of developing anorexia nervosa — and those who have the eating disorder may end up becoming early risers. Scientists at Massachusetts General Hospital, in collaboration with researchers from the University College London and the University of the Republic in Uruguay, studied the genes associated with … Read more
New medical research suggests that owning a cat could double the risk of developing schizophrenia. To reach that conclusion, scientists in Australia analyzed 17 studies published over the last 44 years from 11 different countries, including the US and the UK. “Our findings support an association between cat exposure and an increased risk of broadly … Read more
Matt Rife is under fire for making a joke about domestic violence in his new Netflix special — but he doesn’t seem too concerned. The comedian, 28, sarcastically responded to critics who slammed him for his “sexist” remarks by posting a link for special needs helmets. “If you’ve ever been offended by a joke I’ve … Read more
Two food-safety titans are clashing over aspartame, the artificial sweetener found in Diet Coke, sugar-free gum and dozens of other popular products. The World Health Organization said this week aspartame is “possibly carcinogenic,” or a cancer-causing agent. But that listing doesn’t mean that aspartame is definitely a cause of cancer, so it’s not in the … Read more
American senior citizens who live in warm areas are more likely to endure “serious vision impairment” compared to those in colder regions, new research from the University of Toronto has found. Seniors who live in counties where the average temperature is 60 degrees or higher are at a 44% heightened risk of visual distress, according … Read more
Jamie Lee Curtis and her late mother have a lot more in common than what meets the eye. While speaking to People in an interview on Saturday, the actress revealed what it’s like to be nominated for this year’s Academy Awards in the same category that her late mother, Janet Leigh, once was. “You know, … Read more
When Chastity Murry had her first psychotic break, she went into her bathroom and downed a whole bottle of pills, hoping to die. Her teenage daughter had to perform CPR to save her life. Around that same time more than a decade ago, the man who would become her husband, Dante Murry, also lost touch … Read more
Summary: Study finds no significant evidence to support the link between following either the Mediterranean diet or a conventional diet and a reduced risk of developing dementia. Source: AAN A number of studies have suggested that eating a healthy diet may reduce a person’s risk of dementia, but a new study has found that two … Read more
Summary: Higher levels of the inflammatory C-reactive protein were discovered in older breast cancer survivors who experienced cognitive issues. The study is one of the first long-term assessments linking chronic inflammation to cognitive decline in breast cancer survivors. Source: UCLA Scientists are still trying to understand why many breast cancer survivors experience troubling cognitive problems … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease, a common form of dementia, is one of the top ten leading causes of death in the US. New research indicates that time spent in bed and bedtime may impact dementia risk. Those aged 60-74 were most affected. Previous research also highlighted the role of sleep quality in memory and dementia. Sleep can … Read more
Researchers from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston analyzed cognitive function in older adults who took either a cocoa extract supplement, a multivitamin or a placebo every day for three years. (GetFocusStudio, Shutterstock) Estimated read time: 5-6 minutes WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Taking a daily multivitamin might be … Read more
CNN — Taking a daily multivitamin might be associated with improved brain function in older adults, a new study says, and the benefit appears to be greater for those with a history of cardiovascular disease. The findings did not surprise the researchers – rather, they were shocked, said Laura Baker, an author of the study … Read more
Naturally sweet fruit is the ideal substitute for foods high in sugar, according to Dr. Katie Page, an associate professor of medicine at USC. Fake sweeteners might not be a suitable substitute for sugar and could even have harmful effects on a person’s health. According to NBC News, a study by Mathilde Touvier, research director … Read more
A new study has uncovered a potential direct association between higher artificial sweetener consumption and increased cardiovascular disease risk. These food additives “should not be considered a healthy and safe alternative to sugar,” argue researchers. A potential direct association between higher artificial sweetener consumption and increased cardiovascular disease risk, including heart attack and stroke has … Read more
For months, scientists around the world have been investigating cases of severe, unexplained hepatitis, or inflammation of the liver, in previously healthy children. According to the World Health Organization, at least 920 probable cases have been detected in 33 countries since October. About 5 percent require a liver transplant, and 18 deaths have been reported. … Read more