The key to longevity is following a balanced diet rather than putting the body through extreme dietary habits involving carbs and fats, according to a new study.
Although happiness may vary between people based on personal experiences, the researchers found that life satisfaction – one of the factors that determines happiness – decreases after the age of nine and increases between the ages of 70 and 96.
Participants who consumed nine or more portions of ultra-processed foods daily had a 49% increased risk of depression compared to those who consumed less than four portions a day.
Scientists have now come up with a new technology that involves cancer diagnosis through a simple urine test using a strip of paper, making diagnosis simple and affordable for people.
High-stress work can double the risk of men developing heart attacks and other complications. The study showed inconclusive results when researchers examined the impact of stress on women's heart health.
Researchers found that people with better oral health – those having natural teeth and more frequent dental visits – had better chances of surviving head and neck cancers.
The scientists tested the vaccine pill on monkeys. They showed substantial effectiveness in producing antibodies against COVID-19 without any visible side effects.
Health authorities hope the updated vaccines will provide better protection against serious consequences of COVID-19, including hospitalization and death.
In addition to exercise and self-care, eating a lot of fiber as you age may be one of the single most important ways to fend off age-related health issues.
A simple 3D image scan of your face is more accurate than a blood test in determining your biological age, which differs from chronological age by six years, plus or minus.
Older adults who experience hearing loss also have a higher rate of age-related brain tissue loss, showing how important our ability to hear is for cognitive health later in life.
A water-based exercise program, boosted by the S.W.E.A.T. method, helped women over the age of 60 to improve their functional activities of daily living as well as their static balance.