A new study reveals a psychological bias that leads people to reject faster, more efficient routes when they involve retracing steps. Known as "doubling-back aversion," the effect emerged in both physical navigation and mental tasks across four experiments.

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People who eat eggs regularly appear to have a lower Alzheimer's risk, as well as less build-up of toxic proteins in their brains, according to a study on human brains.

CTV News reports that things are not looking good in Alberta, Canada. Alberta added 31 new measles cases on Friday to reach a total of 1,407 infections since March. The majority of the cases, 18, were detected in the north zone. Six cases were found in...

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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) affects a significant portion of the global population, with rates exceeding 40% in some regions. Fortunatel

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is increasingly affecting young adults due to poor lifestyles, potentially leading to severe liver condition

Tart cherry juice contains nutrients that can help you fall asleep faster and sleep deeply. Learn how to enjoy it, plus other tips for better sleep.

What if the cure for a life-threatening heart condition wasn't a drug or surgery, but a supplement you could find on a store shelf? Japanese researchers have uncovered that tricaprin, a dietary supplement, triggered a dramatic reversal of heart disease sympto…

The hepatitis C virus (HCV) may play a role in mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression, according to a new study.

A study reveals that walking 9,000 steps a day can reduce the risk of developing 13 common types of cancer by 16%.

New York state Health Department warns that a Vermont resident with measles visited emergency departments at Albany Medical Center and Saratoga Hospital.

Are you struggling with bloating? Here are 10 foods approved by Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a California-based gastroenterologist trained at Harvard and Stanford, with over 25 years of clinical experience.

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Low vitamin D has been linked to serious health conditions, like depression, heart disease, and more. Here, 10 surprising side effects of vitamin D deficiency.

Erythritol, a widely used sugar substitute found in many low-carb and sugar-free products, may not be as harmless as once believed. New research from the University of Colorado Boulder reveals that even small amounts of erythritol can harm brain blood vessel …

Here’s a list of a gastroenterologist's favorite foods to reduce colon cancer risk—it includes some of our favorite healthy snacks.

Doctors explain who might benefit from a daily aspirin, and how to take it correctly, including whether it matters if you take it in the morning or night.

This week in science news: Researchers from the National Museum of Natural Sciences in Madrid, Spain, digitally reconstructed the ribcages of four prehistoric Homo sapiens and theorize that climate influences ribcage evolution. A century after it was predicte…

A meta-analysis of gene expression data from humans and rodents reveals key biological pathways influencing response to the antidepressant fluoxetine.

University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health scientists report that seasonal influenza vaccination prevented 32.9% to 41.5% of infections in a simulated population, extending protection even to some unvaccinated residents.

Heart attacks are alarmingly increasing among younger adults, particularly women, with a 66% rise since 2019. Factors like rising obesity, poor diets

Prediabetes affects approximately 541 million people worldwide, according to the 2021data, and the number is expected to jump to 730 million by 2045. Catching it early can help you prevent the condition from progressing to type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes is the …

A new meta-study found that for people seeking better sleep, three types of exercise — including yoga and tai chi — may be as effective as or complement cognitive behavioral therapy.