In Switzerland, 0.02% of the population lives beyond the age of 100. Could there be biological characteristics associated with this exceptional longevity? As part of the "SWISS100" study, the first large-scale Swiss research ...
Feb 24, 2026
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Staying fit and active has long been associated with better heart and overall health. It might also improve the chances of survival for people with some forms of cancer. A study published in the journal JAMA Network Open ...
People have long given up on the search for the Fountain of Youth, a mythical spring that could reverse aging. But for some scientists, the hunt has not ended—it's just moved to a different place. These modern-day Ponce de ...
Feb 22, 2026
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While most parents know to limit candy, the true danger of sugar in a child's diet is often hidden in plain sight. A growing body of research reveals that excessive sugar consumption in childhood is linked to a frightening ...
Feb 20, 2026
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We all know the feeling: the mental clarity that comes after a good run or a heavy workout. Science backs this up, even showing that for non-severe depression, exercise can be just as effective as antidepressants or therapy. ...
Feb 19, 2026
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Physical activity is a key piece of a person's overall health and quality of life. But physical activity rates among college students (particularly female students) have declined in recent years, and little research has been ...
Feb 19, 2026
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People with limited experience of physical activity who are trying to get fit are the most vulnerable to emotional and psychological harm from wearable fitness trackers, a new study led by Nottingham Business School (NBS) ...
Feb 19, 2026
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If our bodies are machines and food is fuel, it is safe to say that elite performance requires high-octane nutrition. As the Winter Olympics continue in Italy, the world watches as top athletes display the highest capabilities ...
Feb 19, 2026
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Though it might feel great to finish a workout and see "calories burned" pop up on your smartwatch, that number is often surprisingly inaccurate, with estimated error rates of 30%–80%. The watch's software makes its best ...
Feb 19, 2026
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It's available over the counter at the local pharmacy or online, comes in a variety of colors, and is seen on the bodies of countless athletes across the world, but what exactly is kinesiology tape and what does it do?
Feb 18, 2026
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