Wellness & Healthy Living
The latest research and innovations in healthy living and body optimization. Here we focus on practical solutions, cutting-edge research and lifestyle changes that can help you live a longer, healthier, happier and balanced life – including diet and nutrition, exercise and fitness, sleep, and information on aging well.
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Fish oil supplements containing omega-3 have long been touted as good for heart health. A new study has found they also reduce aggression. Researchers say the safe, common supplements should be used everywhere from the playground to the prison system. -
Nightmare fuel? Maybe – but in a historic moment for the dental profession, an AI-controlled autonomous robot has performed an entire procedure on a human patient for the first time, about eight times faster than a human dentist could do it. -
Hospital workers hear up to 1,000 alarm noises per shift, and that sensory overload is costing hundreds of lives. New research suggests there's a fix that could make a significant difference – while also making key equipment far less annoying.
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December 01, 2024Following a campaign that raised nearly US$350,000 from more than 2,000 backers, the innovative fitness startup behind the first ropeless battle ropes has fine-tuned its hit debut and added two more levels to suit everyone from beginners to athletes. -
November 28, 2024If you've never heard of fox nuts, you'd be forgiven for assuming that they don't seem particularly palatable. But they're actually starchy seeds harvested from an aquatic lily that boast vast health benefits. And no foxes are harmed in the process. -
November 26, 2024In an analysis of the sleep habits of over 72,000 people, researchers identified a particular pattern that can dramatically spike the risk of major cardiovascular problems. The good news is that the pattern is relatively easy to avoid. -
November 26, 2024One of the best things about sleeping on a train is the gentle rocking motion that lulls you off to la-la land. Well, the Ensven 3 Modular Bed Rocker brings that same motion to people's beds, with a lot more oomph than its predecessors. -
November 21, 2024There's a perception that plant-based diets are more expensive, but a new study is challenging that. This data suggests that a low-fat vegan diet can slash 19% off your food-shopping bill, saving you around $1.80 per day, more than $650 a year. -
November 21, 2024Adding another plus in the "nuts are good for you" column, new research shows that regular consumption of the superfood not only holds off death, but it also keeps the mind sharp and limits persistent disability. But age was a factor in the study. -
November 20, 2024New York might be known as the city that never sleeps, but it turns out there's a lot less shuteye happening in smaller urban areas across the globe. And it's not because of nightlife, but artificial light emitted from buildings and infrastructure. -
November 17, 2024It's nearly 15 years since the first modern air fryer hit the market, but food companies and consumers are still catching up when it comes to food safety and these game-changing kitchen gadgets. Experts share what needs to be done to safeguard health. -
November 14, 2024In one of the most amusing citizen science projects we've ever seen, Australia's top research agency is asking its citizens to hit the gas and flag their flatulence in hilarious detail over three days, tracking toots on the Chart Your Fart app. Superb. -
November 12, 2024For the first time, there's scientific evidence that a smaller, lesser known component of cannabis – cannabinol – delivers better quality and longer sleep. It proved to be comparable to existing sleep aids, without the undesirable side effects. -
November 11, 2024Although hot tubs may get all the glory, cold-plunge tubs are the ones that really help reduce muscle inflammation and soreness. The Snowcap tub makes that process more doable than ever, by chilling water without using any ice or refrigerants. -
November 08, 2024A study has found excessive social media use has little to no association with depression, anxiety and stress. However, another study found that men risk developing unhealthy obsessions with physique if they place too much importance on likes and comments. -
November 06, 2024Finding time to exercise each day is a challenge for many people, but a new study of nearly 15,000 men and women has discovered that adding just five minutes of daily activity that gets your heart rate up is enough to lower your blood pressure. -
November 04, 2024Melatonin is already a popular supplement for those who struggle to get a solid night's sleep. But the dosage of the supplement and the best time to take it has remained largely a trial-and-error endeavor. A new study puts that uncertainty to bed. -
November 03, 2024Good news for those who need to hit pause in getting fit: Even after a 10-week break from training, it took very little time to return to pre-hiatus levels. The study has revealed fascinating new insights into the power of mysterious muscle memory.
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