Body and Mind

Researchers have homed in on a single gut microbe that acts to prevent fat gain, even with a high-fat diet. The discovery adds to the booming science of finding ways to enlist the microbes that already live in our bodies to help us improve our health.

The use of blood-flow restriction cuffs that "hack" your physiology to speed up strength and muscle gains has been growing in popularity. However, researchers have now found that they come with a big downside during use – especially the older you get.

A bacterium from the gut of Japanese tree frogs has "exhibited remarkably potent" tumor-killing abilities when administered intravenously, outperforming current standard therapies and paving the way for an entirely new approach to treating cancer.

Rising outdoor temperatures not only make nights uncomfortable but also deteriorate the quality of our sleep, according to a recent USC study. Researchers looked at the effects of heat on several aspects of sleep, and the results are sobering.

For the first time, scientists have demonstrated how tanning beds cause fundamental DNA damage across almost the skin's entire surface that results in a threefold risk of developing melanoma. It puts beyond doubt the dangers of using these devices.

A new “audio shield” uses earbuds connected to hand-mounted microphones for hearing the subtle sounds of everyday tasks. The mechanism helps users block the perpetual hurricane of distractions and achieve mindfulness, reducing the effects of ADHD.

In a breakthrough study, scientists built a new kind of "super microscope" letting them zoom in on living human cells with incredible detail. This offers a new real time insight into how the flu virus tries to slip inside cells.

Anaphylaxis is not something to be taken lightly, as it's an allergic reaction that can be fatal if not halted. That's where a new skin patch comes in, as it could warn of the onset of anaphylaxis while there's still time to head it off.

There's a well-established link between depression and chronic low-grade inflammation. Now, a new meta-study shows that treating the inflammation can reduce depression in two ways, offering a potential alternative to antidepressants and their side effects.

A massive global study has turned up some grim news: That 87% of us are not routinely getting quality sleep and meeting physical activity levels needed for long-term health. And, scientists discover, one is more influential than the other.

See how scientists can now watch DNA repair in real time. A new glowing sensor developed at Utrecht University reveals how cells fix double strand breaks live.

Adding to the growing body of research that proves our microbiome is a powerful ally in fighting disease, scientists have found that an easy-to-get nutrient in our food causes our guts to produce powerful insulin-regulating compounds.

Kale has long been crowned a “superfood,” praised for its rich antioxidant and nutrient content – but new research suggests many of those perks go untapped unless you pair the leaves with something to boost the body's ability to absorb the good stuff.

In a breakthrough, scientists have discovered that a variant in one gene can cause mental illnesses – something previously believed to only be the result of several variants working together. What's more, these conditions often develop in childhood.

After two decades in the making, scientists have cracked the code on a drug that can repair DNA, setting the scene for a new class of therapeutics that can fix tissue damage that occurs through heart attack, inflammatory disease and other conditions.