Tag Archives: fox-news/health/healthy-living

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Regular exercise may do more than strengthen the heart. It could also reprogram the nerves that control how the heart beats, new research has found. The discovery could eventually help doctors better treat common conditions such as irregular heart rhythms, chest pain, angina and stress-related “broken-heart” syndrome, according to scientists at the …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! On average, Americans want to live to be 91 years old, according to a recent Pew Research survey — a goal that has driven a focus on longevity-boosting practices. Over 60% of U.S. adults use supplements and most prioritize long-term health and wellness behaviors as part of an anti-aging approach, research has …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The first oral GLP-1 medication for weight loss has been approved for use in the U.S. The Wegovy pill, from drugmaker Novo Nordisk, was cleared by the Food and Drug Administration to reduce excess body weight, maintain long-term weight reduction and lower the risk of major cardiovascular events. Approval of the once-daily …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sitting next to a window may help people with type 2 diabetes control their insulin levels, according to new research. The study, published in Cell Metabolism, found that exposure to natural light — even indoors next to a window — changes how the body processes glucose and uses energy. People in Western …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Cases of gout are rising in younger individuals, according to a global study. The condition, which is a type of inflammatory arthritis, steadily increased in people aged 15 to 39 between 1990 and 2021, researchers in China announced. Although rates vary widely between countries, the total number of young people with the …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An inexpensive mix of two everyday supplements helped to fight the deadliest brain cancers without a single reported side effect, according to a new study — but researchers say the approach is still experimental. Scientists at the Advanced Center for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) in Mumbai, India, found that …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! There is growing evidence that gum disease (periodontal disease) and heart disease may be connected, especially when it comes to plaque building up in arteries and the risk of major cardiovascular events. The American Heart Association (AHA) published a scientific statement this week sharing how inflamed gums and bacteria from the mouth …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Those at risk of type 2 diabetes may be able to prevent heart problems later. A new study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology discovered that lowering the blood sugar of those with prediabetes could reduce the risk of heart attack by half. Diabetes researchers and endocrine experts across Europe, China …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The holidays are known to be a source of stress, between traveling, preparing for family gatherings and indulging in lots of food and drinks. The uptick of activity can actually put a strain on the heart, a phenomenon known as “holiday heart syndrome.” Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Jeremy London addressed this elevated risk …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Men account for higher rates of nearly all major chronic diseases — yet nearly two-thirds admit that they avoid going to the doctor for as long as possible, according to a Cleveland Clinic survey. Physicians warn that once men enter their 40s, routine screenings become essential for spotting problems early, before preventable …