Plant-based diets shown to lower blood pressure even with limited meat and dairy
A diet rich in plant-based foods can include a limited amount of animal products and still improve blood pressure, new research from University of Warwick demonstrates Researchers compared…
COVID-19: Social media users more likely to believe false information
Social media linked to behaviours that undermine efforts to curb the pandemic
Weight loss not always best strategy to enhance athletic fitness in young women
For young women seeking to improve their aerobic fitness and athletic performance, who are not overweight or obese, weight loss may be counterproductive, according to preliminary research presented…
Flu vaccine could protect against serious heart and stroke complications
The rate of seasonal flu vaccinations among high-risk groups such as people over age 50 and nursing home residents is extremely low, and those who do get their…
Antidepressant does not improve post-stroke recovery
The antidepressant fluoxetine has been suggested as a means to improve brain recovery after acute stroke.