Football triggers big spikes in stress and heart rate in fans

A smartwatch study found that a major cup final triggered big spikes…

Berberine shows no clear advantage over placebo for reducing liver and belly fat

Berberine is often marketed as a supplement that can “support metabolism” and…

Health threat of global plastics is projected to rise sharply

Plastic is often discussed as a litter problem or a wildlife problem,…

Morning routines influence thinking, mood and circadian rhythm

A morning routine is not just a productivity trend, it can be…

Reduction in salt everyday foods could prevent heart attacks and strokes

Cutting salt usually sounds like a personal willpower project, but the biggest…

Type of carbohydrate you eat may affect dementia risk

Carbohydrates do more than fuel the body, they shape blood sugar patterns…

Wild blueberries may support heart, gut and brain health

A scientific review of human trials suggests wild blueberries may have measurable…

Scientists uncover hidden pathways pancreatic cancer uses to spread

Pancreatic cancer is lethal not only because it grows, but because it…

Metformin may reduce long COVID risk when taken early in infection

Long COVID remains a major burden because it can affect people across…

Hidden bias may help explain chronic indecision and why some people get stuck

Indecision is common, but in some people it becomes persistent and disabling,…