20 h. ago Scientists pinpoint why women may be more prone than men to developing dementia

MENOPAUSE shrinks the brain and could explain why women are more likely than men to get dementia, say scientists. A study by Cambridge University found women have less grey matter after “the change”. Grey matter is brain tissue that controls memory, emotions and information processing. Researchers compared questionnaires from 125,000 middle-aged women and brain scans...

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4 d. ago Scientists pinpoint fitness habit that might matter most for a long life

Exercise variety - not just amount - has been linked to lower risk of premature mortality

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7 d. ago Cute dog spends 3 years in kennels after being rejected for heartbreaking reason

An adorable dog has spent three long years in kennels waiting for someone to notice her - but sadly, she keeps being overlooked by all potential owners for one key reason

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1 week ago Scientists pinpoint hidden cause of high blood pressure, raising hopes for new life

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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1 week ago Scientists pinpoint certain type of fat found naturally in the body which can help control blood pressure

Having too little 'beige fat' can send blood pressure levels skyrocketing, increasing the risk of serious problems like heart attack and stroke, scientists say.

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2 w. ago Experts warn of cancer risk from additives found in everyday staples like ketchup, pickles and toothpaste: The ingredients to watch out for

An alarming new study has linked several preservatives commonly found in some cured meats, toothpaste, salad dressings, ketchup and mustard with an increased risk of developing cancer.

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2 w. ago Scientists pinpoint link between eating a diet high in additives and preservatives with increased risk of cancer

An alarming new study has linked several preservatives commonly found in some cured meats, toothpaste, salad dressings, ketchup and mustard with an increased risk of developing cancer.

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2 w. ago Scientists pinpoint the 10 everyday habits common in people who live to 100... how many do YOU do?

Scientists studying Blue Zones - regions of the world where people live into their 90s and beyond - noticed the inhabitants have some similar traits.

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3 w. ago Scientists pinpoint potential reason why more people than ever are getting migraines

The reason behind a worrying rise in worsening migraines could be the environmental impacts of climate change, say experts.

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