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. -
From raw eggs at the crack of dawn to whey shakes after workouts – there's a whole lot of advice about the best way to optimize your muscle growth. Has new research settled the debate once and for all, or will it spark even more? -
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.
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May 06, 2025 | Paul McClureConsuming a diet high in berries, black tea, citrus fruits and apples – foods that are rich in flavonoids – can reduce the signs of unhealthy aging, according to a new study. It highlights how simple dietary changes can optimize health. -
April 29, 2025 | Paul McClureA study examined how managing multiple heart disease risk factors reduced the likelihood of premature death faced by people with high blood pressure. Its findings highlight the need for a broad approach to preventing or treating hypertension. -
April 27, 2025 | Paul McClureTwo groups particularly prone to social isolation – older adults and international students – felt much less lonely when they engaged in pet-focused activities, according to a new study. The cost-effective approach also boosted health and well-being. -
April 27, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonWe all know the many health effects that a diet high in saturated fat and refined sugar has on our bodies. Now, in the first study of its kind on humans, scientists find that it may also be negatively impacting our ability to navigate and learn. -
April 21, 2025 | Paul McClureWhile cutting back on salt intake has long been a mainstay in treating high blood pressure, new research suggests that upping potassium intake might have a greater effect. It might be time to stock up on bananas, apricots, and sweet potatoes. -
April 20, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIf you're among the half of US adults who have tried to lose weight in the last year, you'll know how enthusiasm wanes when you hit the inevitable "plateau." New research shows that this is an adjustment period, and long-term success is over the hill. -
April 15, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA new study of nearly 15,000 people found that the window of late-night workouts in which sleep is impacted is actually much larger than previously thought, showing that exercising within four hours of bedtime can have a detrimental effect on shut-eye. -
April 13, 2025 | Michael FrancoOne of the ketogenic diet's major perceived drawbacks is an increase in LDL, or so-called bad cholesterol. A new study, though, says that this cholesterol spike doesn't fit the conventional science in terms of its disease-causing ability. -
April 12, 2025 | Paul McClureA new study has found that even if survivors’ physical and psychological scars have healed after experiencing trauma, their bodies can still carry a biological “imprint” of the event years into the future – the body doesn't forget. -
April 12, 2025 | Paul McClureSomeone who is concerned about having a fall is at a significantly higher risk of having a fall in the future, found a new study. Researchers say identifying this risk factor in older adults can help them stay mobile and independent for longer. -
April 06, 2025 | Paul McClureResearchers have reviewed non-drug treatments for low back pain to assess which ones are more likely to reduce pain and improve function. What the review makes clear is that more research into effective low back pain treatments is needed. -
April 03, 2025 | Paul McClureA study found that almost half of Australian teenagers are living with one or more chronic diseases or developmental conditions. The researchers linked these diseases and conditions to factors such as an unhealthy diet and poor mental health. -
March 31, 2025 | Paul McClureEnduring a week of cold water plunges can jolt the body’s cells into starting the process of cleaning up old, worn-out, and broken parts, according to a new study. It highlights the potential of ice baths as a treatment for aging or chronic illness. -
March 31, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonWhether it's reading a book or putting on music, many of us have some kind of ritual – small or large – that we do to "wind down" in bed. But it can be hard to gauge how good or bad these activities are. Now for one popular pastime, we know more. -
March 30, 2025 | Paul McClureThe method used to brew coffee can significantly affect levels of natural cholesterol-raising compounds called diterpenes, according to a new study. It might be that the way your coffee is made is affecting your heart health.
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