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Everyday habits may be quietly working against antibiotic treatments. According to new research, compounds as common as caffeine can interfere with how bacteria respond to these medications, making them less effective. The study, led by scientists at the University of Tübingen and the University of Würzburg, shows that dietary ingredients, prescription drugs, and even coffee … Read more

For more than a century, human life expectancy climbed steadily. People born in 1900 could expect to live about 62 years, while those born in the late 1930s often reached 80. Now, new research suggests that progress has slowed to the point where future generations may not see the same dramatic gains. A team of … Read more

Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide, but millions of people living with it don’t know they have it. A new global study reveals that nearly half of adults with diabetes remain undiagnosed, leaving them at risk for serious complications that could be prevented with early detection and treatment. The research examined … Read more

When it comes to healthy aging, how easily you move can say a lot about your shape. Experts say that one simple test, which requires no equipment and only a small space at home, can predict mobility, independence, and even longevity. It’s called the sitting-rising test. Doctors use it to gauge strength, balance, and flexibility … Read more

We’ve all seen it: one person in their 80s rides a bike, travels the world, and seems full of energy, while someone twenty years younger struggles with illness and frailty. Science shows that the aging process depends on a mix of genetics, lifestyle, environment, and social connections. Researchers are now looking at why biological age … Read more

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) affects nearly one in three people worldwide, yet until now, doctors have had few targeted treatments to offer. A recent discovery suggests that something as familiar as vitamin B3 could hold the key to slowing—or even reversing—the disease. Researchers from South Korea have pinpointed a genetic trigger that fuels … Read more

Staying steady on your feet gets trickier with age, and shoes play a big role. The wrong pair can make walking harder, increase the chance of tripping, and cause painful foot problems. The right pair, on the other hand, can improve balance, protect joints, and reduce the risk of falls. Shoes designed with safety in … Read more

Pimples are stubborn, often lasting days or even weeks despite creams, cleansers, or spot treatments. Now, researchers say they’ve developed a patch that can make breakouts disappear in just seven days, and it works without pain, irritation, or harsh side effects. The study, published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces by a team led by … Read more

Living with osteoarthritis often means managing pain with pills, injections, or preparing for joint replacement down the line. Researchers have now identified a simple approach that doesn’t involve medication or surgery, and it may protect joints as well as relieve pain. A new randomized controlled trial, published in The Lancet Rheumatology and led by a … Read more

Restless nights are more common than most people admit. Stress, late meals, and screen time can all leave you staring at the ceiling at 2 a.m. If it feels like you’ve tried everything, experts at Mayo Clinic say there are a few simple changes you can implement. Here, we’ll look at their practical advice for … Read more

Music has long been linked to mood, memory, and even healing, but recent research suggests it might also influence something far less expected: the microbes living in and on us. Studies in animals and humans show that certain kinds of music, especially classical works by Mozart, can shift microbial populations in ways that may benefit … Read more

Most people expect memory to fade with age, as brain shrinkage, slower recall, and difficulty concentrating are part of getting older. But some older adults defy that expectation. Known as “SuperAgers“, they reach their 80s and beyond with brains that function like people decades younger. Researchers at Northwestern University’s SuperAging Program have been studying this … Read more