Here are the numbers: Fewer physicians led to a 24 percent growth in wait times between 2004 and 2017. Hospital closures can force rural individuals to travel an average of 20 additional miles to receive common healthcare services and nearly 40 miles further to receive alcohol or drug treatment services.... Read More
Food and Insulin Spikes
While most donors showed the expected pattern, with the strongest insulin response to glucose (sugar), a moderate response to amino acids (protein building blocks), and a minimal response to fatty acids, there were some interesting exceptions.... Read More
Lifestyle and Cancer
Cigarette smoking is the leading cancer risk factor, contributing to 19 percent of cancer cases and 28.5 percent of cancer deaths.... Read More
Fountain of Youth?
Fountain of “Meh” Fountain of youth? Sorry. Your multivitamin is not going to make you Benjamin Button. Do you remember that 2008 Brad Pitt film, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?... Read More
A Real Fountain of Youth
Women who were in the top third for feeling grateful had a 9% lower risk of death compared to the women in the bottom third. ... Read More
Needles for Hot Flashes
After ten weeks, the women who got acupuncture earlier said they felt much better. ... Read More
Simple Habits for a Longer, Healthier Life
Move for the Fun of It. The most important ingredient? Enjoyment! Find physical activities you genuinely find fun and engaging. When exercise feels like a chore, it’s easy to give up. But when it brings joy, you’re likelier to stick with it and reap the long-term health benefits.... Read More
Saliva to Detect Cancer
Imagine a world where a simple spit test could detect serious illnesses like cancer. No more needles, no more anxiety-inducing doctor visits — just a quick swab, and you’re on your way. ... Read More