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Could a Mediterranean plant extract help treat IBD?

The extract from a Mediterranean plant called the strawberry tree may help prevent and treat ulcerative colitis, a form of IBD, a study in mice suggests.

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Miley Cyrus's 'Excruciating' Ovarian Cyst Rupture: What Are the Warning Signs?

Miley Cyrus revealed she endured a painful ovarian cyst rupture during a New Year's Eve party she hosted and needed emergency medical attention. Here are the warning signs to look out for.

A person holding a tray full of test tubes of blood to be sent off for Alzheimer's diagnosis

Date: 2025/05/22 - 21:00

First blood test for Alzheimer's gets FDA greenlight: 3 things to know

The FDA has cleared the first blood test to diagnose Alzheimer's which works by measuring the amount of pTau 217 and beta-amyloid 1-42 in plasma.

Date: 2025/05/21 - 23:00

High Quality Carbohydrates Linked to Healthy Aging, Longevity in Women

New research suggests that women who consumed more high quality carbohydrates and dietary fiber had up to a 37% greater chance of living longer, healthier lives.

Date: 2025/05/20 - 22:30

NIH researchers develop biomarker score for predicting diets high in ultra-processed foods

Poly-metabolite scores could reduce reliance on self-reported dietary data in large population studies.

Date: 2025/05/20 - 19:31

Replacing 30 minutes' sitting time with exercise may prevent second heart attack

A secondary heart attack could be prevented by replacing 30 minutes of sedentary behavior with light-intensity or moderate-to-vigorous-intensity physical activity, or even with sleep.

A person holds wholegrain slices of bread stacked on top of each other between their hands

Date: 2025/05/20 - 18:00

High-quality carbs from 3 food groups may aid healthy aging

Eating high-quality carbs from food sources such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes may increase a person's chances of healthy aging by up to 37%, a new study suggests.

Date: 2025/05/19 - 22:32

Zepbound More Effective for Weight Loss Than Wegovy, Eli Lilly Trial Shows

Tirzepatide (Zepbound) led to more weight loss than semaglutide (Wegovy) in a clinical trial funded by Eli Lilly. Participants who received tirzepatide also had greater improvements in metabolic risk factors. Tirzepatide's dual effects on GLP-1 and GIP may explain its superior performance.

A nurse assists a senior adult sit down in a chair

Date: 2025/05/19 - 21:00

Sitting less may be key to lowering Alzheimer's disease risk, study finds

Older adults who spend more time sedentary may be at a higher risk for developing Alzheimer's disease, no matter how much they exercised, a new study indicates.

Date: 2025/05/18 - 19:00

Wilson Phillips’ Carnie Wilson on Living With Depression: ‘It Ebbs and Flows’

Carnie Wilson of '90s pop music group Wilson Phillips opens up about her mental health journey. The "Hold On" singer and daughter of Beach Boys' Brian Wilson is raising awareness about tardive dyskinesia (TD), an involuntary movement disorder linked to some mental health medications.