Health

ISLAMABAD, DEC 27 (ONLINE): Vitamin D supplements, with or without calcium, are important for overall health. However, vitamin D supplements have no effect on preventing falls or fractures in older adults, according to the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force. Vitamin D supplementation for postmenopausal women […]

ISLAMABAD, DEC 26 (ONLINE): About 936 million adults around the world have sleep apnea. Past studies show that sleep apnea can increase a person’s risk for several conditions, including neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Miami have found that people […]

ISLAMABAD, DEC 25 (ONLINE): Eating more than 45% of daily calorie intake after 5 p.m. may contribute to higher blood glucose (sugar) levels in older adults with prediabetes or early type 2 diabetes, a recent study suggests. Poorly regulated blood sugar levels can contribute to […]

ISLAMABAD DEC 23 (ONLINE): For many years, studies have spoken of the potential benefits and drawbacks to drinking coffee — a beverage that is so popular, about 2 billion cups are reportedly consumed globally every day. Because of the nutrients and antioxidants found in coffee, […]

ISLAMABAD DEC 23 (ONLINE): Magnesium is a mineral that affects many aspects of how the human body works, including nerve function, muscle function, and bone development. A review published in Nutrients discusses how magnesium affects cardiovascular health, according to recent studies. The review suggests that […]

ISLAMABAD DEC 19 (ONLINE): Iron is one of the many minerals the body needs to function properly. The body mainly uses iron to create a protein found in red blood cells called hemoglobin, which is tasked with carrying oxygen from the lungs to other areas […]

ISLAMABAD, DEC 17 (ONLINE): Coffee is perhaps the most popular beverage in the world, with an estimated 2 billion cups consumed globally each day. Over the years, there have been many studies discussing the potential positive and negative health effects of coffee. A new review […]

ISLAMABAD, DEC 10 (ONLINE): Millions of Americans are at risk of developing dementia, but early detection and proactive measures could help delay its onset and mitigate its effects, according to a new report. The report indicates that cognitive ability, lifestyle factors, and physical health can […]

ISLAMABAD, DEC 10 (ONLINE): Diets high in ultra-processed foods corresponded to a strong presence of intramuscular thigh fat deposits in a new study. Such fat deposits have been linked to a weakening of muscles that are important for protecting cartilage that supports knee joint health. […]

ISLAMABAD DEC 05 (ONLINE): With deaths attributed to heart disease holding the top spot in the U.S., researchers wonder how to cut that number. While medications and technological interventions help, diet remains a focus point for those looking to prevent heart disease or improve their […]