Cancer cells travel through the bloodstream looking for places to take root. Yet one spot they almost never conquer is …
Cancer
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Advice like “eat more and replenish your vitamins” is generally sound. But not every nutrient follows a simple “more is better” rule. Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a clear example: it’s…
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So, are potatoes, bread, and rice bad for you? Which are best to eat, and how should you eat them? Can they really protect your gut from cancer? Dietitian Sophie…
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Earlier studies show people who limit social contact face a higher risk of developing cancer. The effect appears strongest in women. Scientists have repeatedly warned that loneliness can seriously harm…
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Researchers from various countries, under the auspices of the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), analyzed 19 million cases of 36 different types of cancer across 185 countries. Researchers…
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When someone at the holiday table exclaims, “I’ve eaten too much!” it’s often seen as a sign of a successful feast. However, gastroenterologists say there’s nothing good about overeating. They…
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Do tattoos protect the skin from harmful sun exposure, or do they actually make things worse? This is a concern raised by a team of researchers from Lund University, led…
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The build-up of excess body fat can lead to inflammation, alter hormone levels, disrupt cellular metabolism, and create an environment that promotes cancer. An international team led by researchers from…
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Researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden tracked nearly half a million women over 25 years. They found that women who missed their first screening were more likely to skip…
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According to the Daily Mail, a team of American researchers calculated that in 2023 there were 18.5 million new cases of cancer worldwide, with deaths reaching 10.4 million. If this…
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A new AI called Delphi-2M predicts whether a person will develop cancer within the next 20 years. The tool was developed by the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, the German Cancer…
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Better sleep, a healthier heart, improved brain function, a robust digestive system, and a stronger immune response… Researchers continue to uncover a strong link between a diet rich in plant-based…
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Design & Architecture
The Sistine Chapel’s Hidden Diagnosis: Michelangelo Painted a Woman with Terminal Breast Cancer
For centuries, believers and travelers visiting the Sistine Chapel have marveled at the frescoes of Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564), a master of the High Renaissance. Among these works is the fresco…
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In today’s world, an increasing number of people lead sedentary lifestyles. Meanwhile, prolonged sitting raises the risk of many serious diseases, including cancer. Researchers at Oxford University in the UK…
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Researchers found that light to moderate daily activity—like walking about 9,000 steps—can lower the risk of more than 10 types of cancer. However, a team from Oxford noted that most…
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Alcohol wreaks havoc on the brain, heart, lungs, muscles, gastrointestinal tract, and immune system. An increasing number of studies indicate that alcohol is linked to cancer. Despite this, people are…
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When you’re traveling by car, train, or bus, which side do you choose — the sunny side or the shady side? Our insights and recommendations will help you make a…
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While the number of smokers worldwide continues to decline, lung cancer remains a leading cause of nearly two million deaths each year. Researchers are alarmed by the rising incidence of…
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Health & Beauty
Alcohol Isn’t Harmless: New U.S. Reports Link Even Small Amounts to Cancer, Stroke, and Injuries
A multidisciplinary team of U.S. scientists released a federal report on alcohol’s effects. They reviewed dozens of studies from around the world. Led by the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the…
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Most people hold their phones against their heads, and phones emit radiofrequency energy. For years, that combo has fueled worries that these devices might raise the risk of brain cancer.…
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Previous research has tied intermittent fasting to benefits like weight loss and a lower risk of dementia. But a new study led by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology…
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Some everyday foods should be cut from your diet because they can increase the risk of cancer. Processed Meat Nutrition experts consider processed meat one of the most dangerous contributors…
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Maintaining healthy natural teeth and keeping up with regular dental visits matters for overall health. If you often forget to brush your teeth in the evening, consider these expert recommendations.…
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The advent of activity trackers has let researchers study how short, random bursts of everyday activity affect cancer risk. Researchers were surprised by the results. Adding just 4-5 minutes a…
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It’s no secret fried food isn’t great for you. Doctors have long warned that frying creates carcinogens that raise cancer risk. But researchers have only recently uncovered a new mechanism…
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Oncologists urge people to pay attention to less obvious cancer symptoms and to get screened in a timely manner. Abnormal bleeding, tumors, or unexplained weight loss are well-known potential signs…
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A team of researchers at Italy’s National Institute of Gastroenterology found a link between regular poultry consumption and premature death from digestive-system cancers. In a study published in Nutrients, they…
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A new study found that eating yogurt regularly may lower the risk of colorectal cancer by diversifying the gut microbiome. By contrast, a poor diet, obesity, and a lack of…
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New research has issued fresh warnings about nitrite-treated meats just in time for the winter holiday season, when bacon, ham, sausages, and hot dogs often appear on festive tables and…
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On the night from Saturday to Sunday (March 29 to 30), residents of around 60 countries worldwide will set their clocks forward by one hour. The shift to daylight saving…