Work is being done on a tool to help in the early detection of melanoma: a simple, compact laser probe…
Daily intake of nutritional supplements cannot prevent depression
The largest randomized clinical trial to study the effects of nutritional strategies on the prevention of major depressive disorder concludes…
Insect food webs
The decline in biodiversity and the associated loss of plant species are greatly affecting our ecosystems. Thus far, this has…
Bedtime protein for bigger gains? Here’s the scoop
Overnight sleep provides a unique nutritional window for boosting the muscle response to resistance training — without increasing body fat.
Higher fitness level can determine longer lifespan after age 70
Researchers have uncovered one more reason to get off the couch and start exercising, especially if you’re approaching your golden…
Want a healthy heart? Turn off the TV and eat a good breakfast
The small lifestyle choices we make each day add up when it comes to heart health. In a new two-pronged…
NFL players show heart abnormalities decades after retiring from football
While elite athletes are often at peak fitness, they are not immune to — and may even face a higher…
App uses smartphone camera, flashlight to detect diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is among the strongest risk factors for heart disease, yet up to 1 in 3 people living…
Healthier dairy products with bacterial films and nanofiber membranes
Bacterial biofilms are typically the target of heavy-duty cleaning regimens, but these films aren’t always bad news. In fact, growing…
Social anxiety disorder may increase risk of alcoholism
New research indicates that, unlike other anxiety disorders, social anxiety disorder may have a direct effect on alcoholism.