Living Well News
August 24, 2025
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Aug. 23, 2025 Too much salt may inflame the brain, triggering hormones that push blood pressure higher. Scientists found this pathway could explain why many patients resist current hypertension drugs, pointing toward the brain as a new treatment ...
Aug. 22, 2025 Researchers discovered that women with Alzheimer’s show a sharp loss of omega fatty acids, unlike men, pointing to sex-specific differences in the disease. The study suggests omega-rich diets could be key, but clinical trials are ...
Aug. 22, 2025 Researchers identified over 400 genes tied to various forms of frailty, offering fresh insight into why people age differently. The study highlights six distinct pathways of unhealthy aging, opening the door to more precise, targeted anti-aging ...
Aug. 20, 2025 Scientists at UCSF have uncovered a surprising culprit behind brain aging: a protein called FTL1. In mice, too much FTL1 caused memory loss, weaker brain connections, and sluggish cells. But when researchers blocked it, the animals regained youthful ...
Aug. 19, 2025 A breakthrough mRNA cancer vaccine has shown the ability to supercharge the effects of immunotherapy in mice, sparking hope for a universal “off-the-shelf” treatment that could fight multiple cancers. Unlike traditional vaccines designed to ...
Aug. 16, 2025 A groundbreaking study has found that a simple change in walking style can ease osteoarthritis pain as effectively as medication—without the side effects. By adjusting foot angle, participants reduced knee stress, slowed cartilage damage, and ...
Aug. 13, 2025 A vigorous workout can spark anti-cancer proteins, cut cancer cell growth, and help survivors fight recurrence by reducing inflammation and improving body ...
Aug. 12, 2025 Researchers have discovered that parts of the human brain age more slowly than previously thought—particularly in the region that processes touch. By using ultra-high-resolution brain scans, they found that while some layers of the cerebral cortex ...
Aug. 12, 2025 Scientists have discovered a direct cause-and-effect link between faulty mitochondria and the memory loss seen in neurodegenerative diseases. By creating a novel tool to boost mitochondrial activity in mouse models, researchers restored memory ...
Aug. 11, 2025 Flinders University researchers found that forgiving yourself isn’t just about letting go. People stuck in guilt and shame often feel trapped in the past, and true healing comes from addressing deeper moral injuries and restoring a sense of ...
Aug. 11, 2025 French fries may be more than just a guilty pleasure—they could raise your risk of type 2 diabetes by 20% if eaten three times a week, while the same amount of boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes doesn’t appear to have the same ...
Aug. 10, 2025 Scientists have uncovered a way to promote weight loss and improve blood sugar control without the unpleasant side effects of current GLP-1 drugs. By shifting focus from neurons to brain support cells that produce appetite-suppressing molecules, ...
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Aug. 10, 2025 Many foods we consume today are ultraprocessed, packed with unhealthy ingredients, and linked to major health risks. As consumption of these foods rises, so do chronic health issues, especially among ...
Aug. 10, 2025 Ozempic’s weight loss benefits might come at the cost of muscle strength, even if muscle size remains relatively stable. This raises significant ...
Aug. 10, 2025 Researchers at the Salk Institute have used CRISPR to uncover hidden microproteins that control fat cell growth and lipid storage, identifying one confirmed target, Adipocyte-smORF-1183. This ...
Aug. 8, 2025 High-fat diets and obesity reshape astrocytes—star-shaped brain cells in the striatum that help regulate pleasure from eating. French researchers discovered that tweaking these cells in mice not ...
Aug. 8, 2025 Cutting calories doesn’t just slim you down—it also reduces cysteine, an amino acid that flips fat cells from storage mode to fat-burning mode. ...
Aug. 7, 2025 Scientists discovered that jewel wasp larvae that undergo a developmental "pause" live longer and age more slowly at the molecular level by nearly 30%. This slowdown is tied to conserved biological ...
Aug. 5, 2025 Fresh grapes contain a potent mix of over 1,600 compounds that benefit heart, brain, skin, and gut health. New evidence suggests they deserve ...
Aug. 5, 2025 People eating minimally processed foods lost twice as much weight as those on ultra-processed diets, even though both diets were nutritionally balanced and participants could eat freely. This ...
Aug. 4, 2025 Lupus, a relentless autoimmune disease, appears to mellow with age. While it aggressively targets organs with runaway interferon signaling in younger adults, researchers at UCSF have found that the ...
July 31, 2025 In an exciting breakthrough, researchers have identified cancer drugs that might reverse the effects of Alzheimer's disease in the brain. By analyzing gene expression in brain cells, they discovered ...
Earlier Headlines
July 29, 2025 Fast walking, even just 15 minutes a day, can dramatically reduce the risk of death, especially from heart disease, according to a large study involving nearly 80,000 low-income and predominantly ...
July 29, 2025 A mysterious gut hormone may be behind many cases of chronic diarrhea, especially in people with undiagnosed bile acid malabsorption, a condition often mistaken for irritable bowel syndrome. ...
July 29, 2025 A global study of over 88,000 adults reveals that poor sleep habits—like going to bed inconsistently or having disrupted circadian rhythms—are tied to dramatically higher risks for dozens of ...
July 27, 2025 Many people with dementia endure long delays often over 3 years before receiving a diagnosis, with even longer waits for younger patients. A global review of over 30,000 cases reveals that age, ...
July 27, 2025 Between 2020 and 2024, COVID-19 vaccines saved 2.5 million lives globally, preventing one death for every 5,400 doses. A groundbreaking worldwide study led by researchers from Università Cattolica ...
July 27, 2025 Air pollution isn't just bad for your lungs—it may be eroding your brain. In a sweeping review covering nearly 30 million people, researchers found that common pollutants like PM2.5, nitrogen ...
July 27, 2025 Walking 7000 steps a day may be just as powerful as hitting the much-hyped 10,000-step goal when it comes to reducing the risk of early death and disease. A sweeping global review of 57 studies shows ...
July 24, 2025 A massive global survey has revealed that people with eating disorders often turn to cannabis and psychedelics like magic mushrooms and LSD to ease their symptoms, rating them more effective than ...
July 24, 2025 Even people who never caught Covid-19 may have aged mentally faster during the pandemic, according to new brain scan research. This large UK study shows how the stress, isolation, and upheaval of ...
July 30, 2025 GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are transforming weight loss, but a new UVA study warns they're not improving a critical measure of health: cardiorespiratory fitness. While these medications help ...
July 24, 2025 Even if you're cramming your workouts into the weekend, you might be doing your heart a big favor—especially if you have diabetes. A large study of over 50,000 adults with diabetes found that ...
July 23, 2025 When imagining the future, optimists' brains tend to look remarkably alike, while pessimists show more varied neural activity. This neurological alignment could explain why optimists are often ...
July 27, 2025 Eggs are finally being vindicated after decades of cholesterol-related blame. New research from the University of South Australia reveals that eggs, despite their cholesterol content, aren't the ...
July 20, 2025 People in richer countries aren t moving less they re just eating more. A new Duke study shows that diet, not laziness, is fueling the obesity epidemic across industrialized ...
July 28, 2025 Walking just a bit faster could be the key to aging well. Researchers found that older adults who upped their walking pace by just 14 steps per minute significantly improved their physical ...
July 19, 2025 A groundbreaking pilot in NHS dementia wards is using live music therapy—called MELODIC—to ease patient distress without relying on drugs. Developed by researchers and clinicians with input from ...
July 18, 2025 A massive European study has uncovered a powerful connection between hearing loss, loneliness, and memory decline. Researchers at the University of Geneva found that older adults with hearing ...
July 17, 2025 Premature menopause isn t just a hormonal issue it s a deeply emotional one for many women. A new study reveals that almost 30% experience depression, and it s not just about hormone loss but also ...
July 28, 2025 Over-the-counter (OTC) products like St John’s Wort and omega-3s have long been touted for helping with depression, but new research reveals that 64 different OTC products have been tested in ...
July 17, 2025 Yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be some of the best natural remedies for improving sleep and tackling insomnia, according to a large analysis comparing various treatments. While cognitive ...
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
- Walk Faster, Live Longer: How Just 15 Minutes a Day Can Boost Lifespan
- This Gut Hormone Could Explain 40% of IBS-D Cases—and Lead to a Cure
- Your Sleep Schedule Could Be Making You Sick, Says Massive New Study
Sunday, July 27, 2025
- Think It’s Just Aging? Why Dementia Is Missed for 3.5 Years on Average
- COVID Vaccines Saved 2. 5M Lives Globally—a Death Averted Per 5,400 Shots
- Is the Air You Breathe Silently Fueling Dementia? A 29-Million-Person Study Says Yes
- 7000 Steps a Day Cuts Death Risk by 47%—and That Might Be All You Need
Thursday, July 24, 2025
- People With Eating Disorders Say Cannabis and Psychedelics Help More Than Antidepressants
- Even Without Catching COVID, the Pandemic May Have Quietly Aged Your Brain
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- Hormone Therapy Supercharges Tirzepatide, Unleashing Major Weight Loss After Menopause
- Tirzepatide: The Weight-Loss Drug That Also Shrinks Breast Tumors in Mice
Saturday, July 12, 2025
- This Tiny Brain Molecule Could Hold the Key to Learning, Memory—and Alzheimer’s Treatment
- It’s Never Too Late: Just Moving More Could Add Years to Your Life
- Researchers Grow 400+ Brain Cell Types—a Leap for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Research
Thursday, July 10, 2025
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Thursday, July 10, 2025
- How a Hidden Brain Circuit Fuels Fibromyalgia, Migraines, and PTSD
- This Tiny Implant Could Save Diabetics from Silent, Deadly Crashes
- Your Brain’s Hidden Defenses Against Alzheimer’s
Sunday, July 13, 2025
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Monday, July 7, 2025
- Alzheimer’s Doesn’t Strike at Random: These 4 Early-Warning Patterns Tell the Story
- New Research Shows Monday Stress Is Etched Into Your Biology
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025
- Vitamin C Flips Your Skin’s “youth Genes,” Reversing Age-Related Thinning
- The Pleasure Prescription: Why More Sex Means Less Menopause Pain
- Scientists Reveal Your Morning Coffee Flips an Ancient Longevity Switch
- 1.7 Million Patients Reveal Stunning Link Between Semaglutide and Lower Dementia Risk
- The Molecule That Might Save Your Sight—and Your Heart
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
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Friday, June 20, 2025
- Scientists Create Living Building Material That Captures CO₂ from the Air
- Iron Overload: The Hidden Culprit Behind Early Alzheimer’s in Down Syndrome
- Self-Esteem Skyrockets 131% After Weight-Loss Surgery, Study Reveals
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
- How Brain Cells Meant to Help May Be Making Depression Worse
- Brain Reboot: Gene Therapy Reverses Alzheimer’s Memory Loss in Mice
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Guardrails, Education Urged to Protect Adolescent AI Users
- Molecular Link Between Air Pollution and Pregnancy Risks
- Being in Nature Can Help People With Chronic Back Pain Manage Their Condition
- Tea, Berries, Dark Chocolate and Apples Could Lead to a Longer Life Span, Study Shows
Monday, June 2, 2025
- Record High: Study Finds Growing Cannabis Use Among Older Adults
- Attachment Theory: A New Lens for Understanding Human-AI Relationships
- Dancing Brainwaves: How Sound Reshapes Your Brain Networks in Real Time
Friday, May 30, 2025
Thursday, May 29, 2025
- How Does Coffee Affect a Sleeping Brain?
- Genetic Basis of Purring in Cats
- Earlier Measles Vaccine Could Help Curb Global Outbreak
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- Understanding Cultural Differences in Salt Usage May Help Lower Consumption
- Midlife Weight Loss Linked to Longer, Healthier Lives
- A High-Fat Diet Sets Off Metabolic Dysfunction in Cells, Leading to Weight Gain
- Mother's Warmth in Childhood Influences Teen Health by Shaping Perceptions of Social Safety
- Whether It's Smoking or Edibles, Marijuana Can Be Bad for Your Heart, Study Suggests
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
- Study Quantifies the Sleep Loss and Disruption Experienced by New Mothers
- Hitting the Right Notes to Play Music by Ear
- Home Water-Use App Improves Water Conservation
- How You Handle Your Home Life Can Boost Work Performance, Shows New Study
- Unconditional Cash Transfers Following Childbirth Increases Breastfeeding
- Why After 2000 Years We Still Don't Know How Tickling Works
- Significant Declines in Maternal Mental Health Across US
Friday, May 23, 2025
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- Overimitation Begins in Infancy but Is Not Yet Linked to in-Group Preference
- AI Is Here to Stay, Let Students Embrace the Technology, Experts Urge
- Scientists Say Microplastics Are 'silently Spreading from Soil to Salad to Humans'
- How Property Owners Can Work to Prevent Flooding
- A Potential 'anti-Spice' That Could Dial Down the Heat of Fiery Food
- Why We Trust People Who Grew Up With Less
- When Doctors Skip the Numbers, Patients May Misjudge the Health Risks
- Looking to Cut Calories? Try Adding Chilies, Study Suggests