Each diet had varying levels of nutrients known to be associated with Alzheimer’s disease risk – these include: saturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, vitamin B12 and folate.

Sex can affect the frequency and severity of adverse effects of vaccination, including fever, pain and inflammation. This is likely due to the fact that women typically mount stronger immune responses to vaccinations compared to men.

Neck pain can be caused by a simple injury or strain, or a more serious health problem.

Hair loss isn’t confined to men. Women and even children can lose their hair, the American Academy of Family Physicians says.

Brain injuries can disrupt the body’s production of the hormone melatonin, potentially leading to sleep problems, a new study suggests.

Researchers hope that a simple brain scan performed in infants and toddlers can presage the development of autism, leading to early detection and early intervention.

Cancer survivors who participated in a month-long program in the ancient art of yoga reported enhanced quality of life, better sleep, less fatigue and less need for sleep medications.

A new report finds that older people have lower rates of mental illnesses related to mood and anxiety than younger people, but the conditions remain common, especially in women.

Dutch researchers report that they’ve linked three genes to subtle variations in human eye color.

When you start to mind-wander, you start to gate the information even at the sensory endings, you basically close your eyelid so there’s less information coming into the brain.

Increasing your intake of olive oil may help protect against ulcerative colitis, a new study finds. This study found that people whose diet was rich in oleic acid were far less likely to develop ulcerative colitis.

Breast cancer survivors who smoke are at increased risk for a second cancer, a new study shows.

Scientists have identified the way a simple amino acid makes human teeth strong and resilient.

Diabetes puts you at risk of serious foot injury. Discover why and learn simple steps to keep your feet healthy.

A DNA test can identify newborns with T-cell lymphopenia, a blood disorder that affects the immune system, U.S. researchers say.

Paper plates, a gallon container filled with water and canned goods inside of a sock are all examples of inexpensive “equipment” people can use to workout in their office or cubicle.