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‘Junk food’ plant diets raise heart risk even if meat is cut out

Research shows that healthy plant-based diets lower cardiac biomarkers, while unhealthy plant foods raise heart disease risk. Key findings from a large study.

11 Jun 2025

Is that evening glass of wine really good for your heart?

A comprehensive AHA review finds overwhelming evidence that heavy alcohol use increases cardiovascular disease risk, while the benefits of low-to-moderate drinking remain unproven and uncertain. The authors recommend prioritizing proven heart-healthy habits over alcohol for cardiovascular protection.

10 Jun 2025

Hidden challenges of long COVID for the workplace

Long COVID is linked to increased absenteeism, costing the US economy billions. The study reveals critical insights into its impact on the labor market.

10 Jun 2025

What happened when 13,768 people started eating more mindfully?

Higher mindful eating scores are linked to healthier plant-based diets and less meat and dairy consumption among French adults. The study identifies specific psychological traits that help drive positive dietary choices.

9 Jun 2025

Reading this? Your brain is already deciding when to blink next

Spontaneous eye blinks during text reading serve a cognitive role, with rates varying by punctuation and word predictability, according to recent research.

9 Jun 2025

COVID boosters do not harm T-cell function in the vulnerable

Findings indicate that frequent COVID-19 booster shots do not weaken T-cell responses, alleviating concerns for vulnerable groups facing new variants.

9 Jun 2025

Study reveals 15 hidden genetic risk factors for celiac disease

This comprehensive GWAS reveals 15 new genetic variants linked to celiac disease, offering insights for earlier detection and tailored treatment strategies.

9 Jun 2025

Small weight loss leads to big gains in heart health

Even without weight loss, healthy lifestyle changes enhance heart health. This study highlights the importance of habits for cardiometabolic improvement.

9 Jun 2025

AI transforms sightseeing for visually impaired users

The VIPTour AI system empowers visually impaired individuals to explore unfamiliar environments, enhancing emotional engagement and cognitive mapping accuracy.

8 Jun 2025

Kids notice sugar warnings but still reach for flavored milk

Findings reveal that sugary drink labels lead to minor changes in children's beverage selections, pointing to the necessity for effective labeling strategies.

8 Jun 2025

Can scientists predict life longevity from a drop of blood?

This study presents an intrinsic capacity clock, using blood samples to predict mortality risk and enhance understanding of aging and lifestyle impacts.

8 Jun 2025

Eating more pulses and vegetables lowers stress by boosting beneficial gut bacteria, study finds

Higher diet quality, especially with more pulses and vegetables, was linked to greater Lachnospira abundance in the gut and lower stress scores among Japanese adults. The relationship appears to be mediated by specific gut bacteria rather than a direct effect of diet on stress.

6 Jun 2025

Scientists identify genetic clues linking air pollution to neurodegeneration

This review highlights how air pollution and occupational inhalation exposures may contribute to neurodegenerative disorders by triggering epigenetic changes. The authors stress the urgent need for advanced research to identify early biomarkers and guide protective health strategies for high-risk populations.

6 Jun 2025

Breakthrough soft robotics could redefine artificial heart technology

The Hybrid Heart, a soft robotic total artificial heart, offers a breakthrough in treating end-stage heart failure with improved biocompatibility and function.

5 Jun 2025

Experts review how 12-hour biological cycles operate in mice, with clues in humans

Researchers uncover how 12-hour biological rhythms operate in mammals, exploring their unique mechanisms and potential evolutionary ties to ancient tidal cycles. These rhythms could play a critical role in metabolism, stress response, and disease risk.

4 Jun 2025

UK study shows 'takeaway night' more than just fast food for families

A UK study found that nearly all families occasionally eat takeaway food together, with most using it as a convenient, social treat. However, frequent takeaway consumption is more common in both high- and low-income families, revealing complex socio-economic patterns.

4 Jun 2025

Back-to-basics, 'not fad' diets beat heart disease and diabetes

This review examines dietary interventions that can improve cardiometabolic health, highlighting the role of whole foods in reducing heart disease and diabetes.

4 Jun 2025

Researchers warn of bird flu survival in raw milk

The stability of H5N1 in unpasteurized milk poses potential health risks. Study findings emphasize the need for awareness among consumers and dairy workers.

4 Jun 2025

Scientists explain how eating a rainbow of foods lowers your risk for chronic illness

Consuming a variety of flavonoid-rich foods can lower all-cause mortality and chronic disease risks, emphasizing the importance of dietary diversity.

4 Jun 2025

ADHD linked to higher risk of irritable bowel syndrome, global study reveals

A global meta-analysis found that people with ADHD are significantly more likely to have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), while the overall risk for other intestinal disorders is not increased. The findings highlight the importance of gut-brain interactions in ADHD and call for further research on microbiome-based therapies.

3 Jun 2025