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Have you ever put your keys down and then quickly forgotten where to find them? When you try to recall where you might have left them, you are drawing on working memory, which is the ability to maintain and manipulate small amounts of information in your mind over a short period of time. Only recently has research begun revealing how the brain pulls off this feat. Read More.

WHEN IT COMES to fueling up for a gym session, snack time matters. To get the most out of your workouts, you’ll want to reach for something satisfying and energizing. Read More.

Belly fat can be a serious problem. Find out what causes belly fat, the health risks it poses and what you can do to lose the extra pounds. Read More.

As concern over the environmental impacts of meat consumption grows, more consumers are switching to plant-based meat alternatives. These processed foods, which can be based on soy, almonds, other nuts, or even fungi, offer convenient and tasty ways to add protein to your diet without relying on beef, chicken, or other meat sources. Read More.

Over the past decade or so, science has made amazing strides in improving our well-being. It wasn’t all that long ago, for example, that people thought that meditation was done only by fringe, religious fanatics from Asia. Today, many researchers see meditation as a miracle because of its substantial benefits, including reducing stress, depression, and anxiety. However, one area that continues to baffle scientists is hair loss. While there has been plenty of research into hair loss solutions for men, with promising breakthroughs associated with the discovery of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, no one has succeeded in developing a definitive solution. Read More.

Body mass index (BMI) has been a controversial health measurement for years, with critics pointing out that it can be misleading. Still, it's a relatively easy stat for doctors to calculate, so it continues to be used in the medical field. Read More.

Re-integration after experiencing a mental health crisis is a reality for many. With support, mental health recovery can be a possibility for all. If you or someone you care about is struggling, there is hope. Life goes on, and the resilience people are capable of is amazing. We are not ghosts. Read More.

If your goal is to manage your weight long term and eat healthfully, try one of these science-backed diets that work. Each earns top marks from our panel of leading medical and nutrition experts, specializing in diabetes, heart health and weight loss. Our panelists evaluated each diet plan for nutritional completeness, health risks and benefits, long-term sustainability and evidence-based effectiveness. They also considered each diet’s strengths and weaknesses and the specific goals each diet might be most effective at addressing. The result is our list of best diets for 2025. Read More.

A new study shows that an app can help parents who are mourning the loss of a child. Parents who used the app for three months reported reduced symptoms of prolonged grief and post-traumatic stress, and also had fewer negative thoughts. Some parents thought the app should be offered early in the mourning process. Read More.

The health and technology sectors intersected in fresh ways in 2024, marking a transformation largely driven by the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI). Read More.

Mental health disorders are on the rise in the military, now accounting for more hospitalizations than any other ailment, according to a new Defense Department health report. Read More.

Every child feels lonely now and then. But kids can feel better when parents work with them to practice skills that help with bonding, belonging, and feeling close to others. These are called social connection skills. Read More.

The 13-year-old boy came to the clinic with a rapidly ballooning neck. Doctors were puzzled. Testing ruled out their first suspicion. But further tests pinpointed what they — and the boy — had been missing: iodine. Read More.

A U.S. health panel says women should have the option of taking their own test samples for cervical cancer screening Read More.

Taking care of oneself requires a multi-faceted approach: brain, heart, and metabolic health. What research in 2024 has shown us is that improving our health in these areas comes down to three main factors: sleep, diet, and exercise. But how does one start taking action with this intention? And how can we break down such lifestyle changes into manageable steps? In this podcast episode, Medical News Today shares three actionable resolutions that can help improve your health in the new year. Read More.