Cutting sweet foods doesn’t curb cravings or improve health

A new six-month trial suggests that changing how much sweet-tasting food people eat does not alter how much they enjoy sweetness. Researchers also found no meaningful differences in several measures…

A protein older than blood circulation could transform cancer immunotherapy

An immune molecule that appeared in evolution long before blood circulation may help improve cancer immunotherapy. Scientists at Nagoya University in Japan discovered that complement C3 can prevent immune-suppressing cells…

Scientists reveal how much exercise you really need to protect your heart

Adults may need far more weekly exercise than current guidelines recommend to achieve a major reduction in the risk of heart attack and stroke, according to findings from an observational…

Teen cannabis use linked to slower memory and thinking growth

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have found that teenagers who start using cannabis may develop memory and thinking abilities more slowly than teens who do not use…

This Olympian curbed his unhealthy porn habit – here are the signs and steps to recovery

If you are worried about your porn use, Ince recommends seeking out support from a qualified and experienced professional. A registered psychologist can be particularly helpful because they may consider…

Full body MOTs – the future of healthcare or a headache for the NHS?

Mehvish says nothing could have prepared her for what she was told after her full body scan. She left Birmingham’s Neko Health clinic with a life-changing diagnosis. “I expected to…

Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?

Obesity can be a risk factor for several chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis and some cancers. Reports estimate, external obesity and being overweight…

Scientists tracked 12 people in Antarctica for 10 months—what happened could shape future Mars missions

Long space missions can force small crews to endure isolation, cramped living conditions, and intense psychological pressure for months at a time. To better understand how those conditions shape teamwork,…

New autism therapy shows surprising benefits even in adult mice

Researchers have uncovered a potential new way to treat autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by restoring the function of an important brain receptor. The study, led by Director Eunjoon Kim of…

Vitamin C may fight cancer — but not the way scientists once thought

Linus Pauling was one of the most brilliant scientists of the 20th century. He won two Nobel prizes and transformed our understanding of chemical bonds and the structure of proteins.…