Articles by David Nield
The high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet has been growing in popularity in recent years, following claims of rapid weight loss. But new research in mice suggests there are some seriously concerning side�...
Our episodic memory the ability to recall past events and experiences is known to decline as we age. Exactly how and why has remained something of a mystery, and a recent study goes some way towards �...
We know that physical exercise is good for our health and longevity, but new research shows how even the smallest differences in our daily habits can lead to meaningful benefits.
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As we get older, chemical marks on our DNA slowly shift. Now, a study reveals this 'drift' in gut stem cells is fueled by inflammation and disrupted cell signaling, and it may help explain why our ri�...
Many of the body's processes slow down or falter as we get older, including tissue regeneration. In a new study, researchers detail a promising method to get this vital repair work back up to speed.
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When someone is affected by a stroke, the standard treatment to restore blood flow to the brain can both save their life and cause additional damage damage which a new, injectable nanomaterial promis�...
As we age, the immune system gradually declines in function, leaving the body more vulnerable to disease. Scientists have discovered a new way to rejuvenate a key component of immune function, potent�...
Reduced blood flow to the brain is thought to be a key factor in many forms of dementia, including Alzheimer's, and scientists have just identified a new mechanism regulating this flow, which may als�...
Using exercise to treat depression can be as effective as therapy or antidepressants, according to a new review of previous trials, potentially offering an affordable and personalized approach to imp�...
More than 9 out of 10 Alzheimer's cases could be driven by specific variations in a single gene and the protein it produces, a new study reveals, suggesting that treatments targeting this well-known �...
