Mind and Body - Page 77

October 28, 2015

Common virus linked to Alzheimer's disease, study suggests

Contracting a common virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV) may contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease, a new study of the brains of older adults suggests

October 28, 2015

Not losing weight? Here's why

It’s common to gain weight as you age―but you can prevent pounds from creeping o

October 28, 2015

European code against cancer calls for smoke-free, active lives

Cancer experts issued a 12-point code on Tuesday aimed at preventing up to half of all new cases of the disease in Europe by guiding people towards smoke-free, active lives free from cancer-causing infections and substances.

October 28, 2015

Donated U.S. Heart Devices Saving Lives in India

Implanted cardiac defibrillators removed from American patients due to infection or upgrade are saving lives in India thanks to a U.S. doctor with a big heart

October 28, 2015

Weight loss may prevent leaky bladder in diabetes

Overweight women with diabetes may be able to cut their risk of urine leakage if they shed some pounds

October 28, 2015

'Poop transplants': How well do they really work?

The benefits of "poop transplants" for treating the bacterial infection Clostridium difficile may not be quite as great as some recent studies have suggested, researchers responding to a study on the treatment published earlier this year say

October 28, 2015

Head games: Pro soccer players have sharper mental skills

It might be tempting to portray professional athletes as "dumb jocks," but new research proves that experienced soccer players have impressive brain functioning and executive-level cognitive skills

October 28, 2015

How to start working out when you hate the gym

James Fell, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, details how he was able to kick his non-exercising habit and find a way to love the gym

October 28, 2015

Health myth: Can you spot-reduce fat?

It's the promise of late-night TV infomercials, SkyMall gadgets, and the star of our fitness fantasies: spot-reducing fat in those "trouble zones." After all, everybody has one or two. But is it a dream worth chasing?

October 28, 2015

Could Brazilian waxing increase STD risk?

Brazilian waxing and other methods of removing pubic hair may increase the risk of catching certain skin infections through sex, preliminary research suggests