Longer genes are linked to aging

ISLMABAD, APRIL 02 (ONLINE): Although aging is a natural part of life, everyone wants to slow this process down. Recent studies show that certain lifestyle actions can help decelerate aging’s course. Researchers from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine say that longer genes in […]

Longer genes are linked to aging: What this means

ISLAMABAD, April 01 (Online): Although aging is a natural part of life, everyone wants to slow this process down. Recent studies show that certain lifestyle actions can help decelerate aging’s course. Researchers from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine say that longer genes in […]

Researchers identify 17 genetic variants linked to Alzheimer’s disease

ISLAMABAD, April 01 (Online): Previous studies show that genetics may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers recently added to this concept by identifying 17 genetic variants associated with Alzheimer’s disease in five genomic regions. The findings included genetic variant data from […]

An avocado a day may improve diet quality, researchers suggest

ISLAMABAD, APRIL 01 (ONLINE): Poor diet quality has been associated with a higher risk of cardiometabolic disease. A recent study suggests daily avocado consumption may improve overall diet quality, but the effects on cardiometabolic health were unclear. Experts say a varied and balanced diet is […]

Getting too little sleep linked to high blood pressure

ISLAMABAD, March 30 (Online): Researchers are reporting that the fewer hours a person sleeps, the higher their risk of high blood pressure.Evidence linking less sleep to hypertension isn’t new, but conclusions have been inconsistent in the past. The risk of high blood pressure is greater […]

Can drinking kombucha tea help reduce fat by mimicking fasting?

ISLAMABAD, March 29 (Online): High triglyceride levels in the body are associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Healthy lifestyle changes like exercising regularly, losing weight, limiting alcohol use, and eating a healthy diet can help lower triglyceride levels. Researchers from The University of […]

Getting too little sleep linked to high blood pressure

ISLAMABAD, March 29 (Online): Researchers are reporting that the fewer hours a person sleeps, the higher their risk of high blood pressure.Evidence linking less sleep to hypertension isn’t new, but conclusions have been inconsistent in the past. The risk of high blood pressure is greater […]