2+ week, 22+ hour ago   (608+ words) If you've ever wondered what your parents' health might mean for your own future, you're already thinking about one of the more useful pieces of your health history. Researchers have long studied families with unusually long lifespans, especially people whose…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (519+ words) If you have type 2 diabetes, you're probably used to keeping tabs on your blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure. But there's another number that rarely comes up at a routine diabetes visit: your zinc level. Zinc is a mineral that…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (352+ words) Your gut is keeping track of more than last night's dinner. The bacteria living there are constantly responding to your diet, lifestyle, medications, sleep habits, and even stress. Over time, that microbial community becomes a reflection of the life you've…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (630+ words) Think about an older man in your life who seems well connected. He may have family nearby, a few close friends, and plenty of people he could call. But when was the last time someone actually stopped by for a…...