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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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. -
There's newfound interest in a little-known fleshy green fruit native to the Americas, which has long been used in traditional medicine for protection against bacterial infection and even preventing and treating many cancers. But what exactly is it?
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June 30, 2025 | Paul McClureThe findings of a new study suggest that the age-old belief that eating cheese before bed can give you nightmares might actually be true. But it’s not just cheese; other foods, and when you eat them, can make a difference to sleep and dream quality. -
June 29, 2025 | Paul McClureHoney produced by some species of Australian stingless bees possesses impressive bacteria- and fungi-killing properties, according to new research. The honey has the potential to be used alongside or in place of existing antibiotics. -
June 27, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonFor the first time, scientists have unraveled how high levels of fructose flip a genetic switch that primes your immune system to overreact to things it would normally ignore. In this "trigger happy" state, the immune system becomes the enemy within. -
June 26, 2025 | Paul McClureEating one extra serving of leafy greens a day could help protect your heart, according to a new long-term study that found that a higher intake of vitamin K1, found in spinach, kale and broccoli, was linked to a lower risk of dying from heart disease. -
June 24, 2025 | Paul McClureThe increase in dog ownership has seen an associated increase in dog-walking-related injuries, which can impose a substantial financial burden on the healthcare system, according to a new study. Helpfully, there are easy ways to avoid injury. -
June 24, 2025 | Paul McClureA new study has found that for older adults receiving in-home care, loneliness doesn’t increase the risk of death. The findings contradict much of the existing research into the link between loneliness and health. -
June 22, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn a massive study of nearly 50,000 women spanning 30 years, researchers found that drinking more coffee – to a point – during the ages of 40-65 was linked to less chronic disease, physical mobility issues and cognitive decline in later life. -
June 22, 2025 | Paul McClureA new study found that combining exercise with omega-3 supplements reduced inflammation and, thereby, the severity of a chronic tooth infection. It suggests a simple means of controlling these infections, which can result in bone and tooth loss. -
June 21, 2025 | Paul McClureEating a Western diet permanently affects insulin production and blood sugar control even after the diet is changed and weight is lost. The new research suggests that early intervention is needed to prevent permanent damage from diet-related obesity. -
June 21, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA small daily dose of kombucha made from black tea has been shown to meaningfully reshape the gut microbiome in adults – particularly those with obesity – without any dietary changes. It also reveals a lot about the importance of micro-biodiversity. -
June 18, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn a large study, the drug leading the charge in anti-aging science has shown to be just as effective in protecting cells and cognitive function as cutting calories or intermittent fasting. It's the most comprehensive study of rapamycin yet. -
June 18, 2025 | Paul McClureThe simple act of walking every day can significantly reduce a person’s risk of developing chronic low back pain, according to a new study. But, its effectiveness depends on how long you walk for, and the speed at which you walk. -
June 17, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA protein found in our cells has emerged as a secret weapon against biological aging, acting like a glue to repair damaged DNA and ward off neurological degeneration including that seen in motor neuron, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. -
June 16, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn 2025, around 24 million Americans are estimated to suffer from sleep apnea, and around 90% of these cases are undiagnosed. Now, a groundbreaking new study warns that the prevalence of this serious condition will soar as the planet warms. -
June 15, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIf you have an aversion to the bitterness of foods like cabbage or broccoli, you might be a "super-taster," carrying a specific genetic code that dials up taste sensitivity. It may also put you at higher risk of kidney disease and bipolar disorder.
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