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Ginkgo biloba may help some people with dementia, but evidence is mixed
10+ hour, 13+ min ago (1018+ words) Ginkgo biloba is one of the most widely used herbal supplements in the world. For many years, it has been marketed as a natural way to support memory, improve thinking, and protect brain health. Many people take it hoping it…...
Climate change could wipe out 20% of Colombia’s cocoa land by 2050, study warns
18+ hour, 49+ min ago (538+ words) Colombia may lose nearly one-fifth of the land currently suitable for growing cocoa by 2050, according to a new scientific study. The research suggests that climate change could significantly alter where cocoa can be grown in the country over the next…...
How caffeine may help fight cancer and diabetes
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (1123+ words) Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Millions of people start their day with a cup of coffee to feel more awake and alert. The key ingredient responsible for this boost is caffeine, a natural chemical…...
Even small amounts of alcohol can raise blood pressure, study finds
5+ day, 10+ hour ago (914+ words) Many people believe that drinking a small amount of alcohol is harmless, or even good for the heart. A new international study suggests this may not be true. Researchers have found that even light drinking can increase blood pressure, and…...
How your daily diet could increase your longevity
2+ week, 2+ day ago (651+ words) The saying "you are what you eat" has been repeated for generations, but scientists are now beginning to understand just how true it may be. A major study published in Science Advances suggests that choosing healthier foods could actually add…...
Does your daily coffee raise blood pressure?
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (810+ words) Caffeine is part of daily life for many people around the world. It is found in coffee, tea, chocolate, soft drinks, and energy drinks, and it is often used to feel more awake, focused, and energetic. While caffeine can be…...
Caffeine could help reduce body fat and diabetes risk
3+ week, 6+ day ago (431+ words) Scientists from Karolinska Institutet and other institutions have found that higher levels of caffeine in the body may help reduce body fat and lower the risk of type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body becomes…...
Coffee and green tea could protect against heart disease death
3+ week, 2+ day ago (393+ words) Scientists from Chung-Ang University and other institutions report that drinking green tea and coffee may reduce the risk of death from heart disease. When people think of coffee, caffeine is usually the first component that comes to mind. However, coffee…...
Does drinking coffee raise your blood pressure?
3+ week, 5+ day ago (523+ words) Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. It has been linked to several potential health benefits, including a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and liver disease. However, concerns remain about whether coffee consumption may increase…...
Drinking coffee could lower prostate cancer risk, large study suggests
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (376+ words) Scientists from Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University have found that coffee consumption may be associated with a lower risk of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer develops when abnormal cells in the prostate gland grow uncontrollably, forming a malignant tumor. It…...