Short-term fasting is unlikely to have a significant impact on mental sharpness, according to new research. Johner Images/Getty Images Researchers report that intermittent fasting of less than 24 hours does not appear to diminish a person’s mental performance during the periods where they are not eating. They say the human body has adapted to fasting

A new study raises concerns over long-term melatonin use and cardiovascular risks. Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images Researchers say people with insomnia who use melatonin supplements for more than a year have a higher cardiovascular disease risk than people with insomnia who don’t use the sleep aid. Experts say the research raises some important questions, but they

A new study found that men need more exercise than women to lower their risk of coronary heart disease. Getty Images/Cavan Images Men may need nearly twice as much weekly exercise as women to achieve the same heart health benefits. A study of over 85,000 people found that females achieved greater reductions in cardiovascular disease

Pictures of dark spots in period products are circulating on social media, but experts say it’s unlikely to be mold. Hazal Ak/Getty Images Some TikTok and social media users have posted images and videos of dark, spotted patches inside unused pads, sparking concerns around potential mold contamination. Health experts say this discoloration is more likely

A new study suggests that staying in standard time or staying in daylight saving time is better for overall health than switching the clocks twice a year. Getty Images/blackCAT New research suggests the twice-yearly practice of changing the clocks does more than disrupt sleep — it’s also hazardous to health. Predictive models indicate that a permanent

The U.S. obesity rate is declining as more people turn to GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Bloomberg/Getty Images A new Gallup poll indicates that the rate of obesity among U.S. adults has declined over the past three years. The decline is likely attributed to the growing number of people utilizing GLP-1 drugs for weight loss.

Open enrollment for the health insurance market plans runs from November through mid-January. Abraham Gonzalez Fernandez/Getty Images Healthcare experts expect monthly premiums for health insurance plans purchased through the Affordable Care Act to increase significantly in 2026. Out-of-pocket costs for medical expenses are also expected to rise. In addition, they say fewer people may be

A new study found that around 18% of UTIs are linked to contaminated meat. Maksymenko Nataliia/Getty Images A new study finds that nearly one-fifth of urinary tract infections can be linked to E. coli bacteria in chicken, turkey, pork, or beef. The researchers say that animal-borne infections are more likely to affect people living in

A new study found that longer walks substantially lowered the risk of cardiovascular disease compared to shorter walks. Igor Alecsander/Getty Images A long walk may provide greater heart and longevity benefits than multiple shorter walks, even if you cover the same number of steps. A new study finds that a 10–15-minute walk lowers the risk

New research identified a 27% increased risk of metabolic syndrome among subjects experiencing early natural menopause. Nazar Rybak/Getty Images A study has found that early menopause is linked with a higher risk of metabolic syndrome. Early natural menopause was associated with a 27% higher relative risk of developing the condition. Experts say recognizing this risk

New research provides robust evidence of the wide range of antidepressant side effects. Iuliia Bondar/Getty Images A large new study found that the side effects of antidepressants vary significantly by drug. Some medications resulted in weight loss, while others resulted in weight gain. Heart rate and blood pressure also differed notably among medications.  Those experiencing