A new study explains how mitochondria act as “reservoirs” to store NAD for cells to use, which could help scientists come up ...

Aspartame is an artificial sweetener and a popular sugar substitute sold under the brand names Nutrasweet and Equal. It is present in low-calorie food and drinks and some medications. Despite its ...

Soft drinks with added sugar might increase a person's risk of type 2 diabetes by affecting their gut microbiome, new research suggests.

Heavy cannabis use may negatively impact a person’s working memory, according to the largest study on this subject to date.

Without proper treatment, tooth infections can spread to other areas of the body, leading to serious and potentially life threatening complications. A tooth infection, or a tooth abscess, is a ...

In a study of Hispanic/Latino adults, adhering closely to a Mediterranean-style diet appeared to improve brain health, ...

A lack of essential micronutrients, such as vitamin D and magnesium, as well as a few others, may be behind 'hidden hunger' ...

If a person is burping a lot, it may be due to the food and drink they consume. It could also stem from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or a behavioral condition known as aerophagia.

A typical platelet count range can change with age. Platelet counts may fluctuate due to natural vascular aging, changes in bone marrow tissue, and altered blood plasma makeup. Platelets, or ...

A delay in getting to the rapid eye movement (REM) stage of sleep may be linked to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, ...