ISLAMABAD, Aug 19(ABC): Simple movement, including regular stretching, balance, and range of motion exercises, might be just as effective in slowing mild cognitive decline as aerobic exercises. It may sound like a stretch, but new research suggests it’s science. Researchers presented the data at the 2022 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in San Diego on Aug. 2. To perform the study, …

ISLAMABAD, Aug 19(ABC): New researchTrusted Source from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia indicates a small amount of daily activity is more beneficial than less frequent, more intense workouts when it comes to muscle strength. ECU collaborated with Niigata University and Nishi Kyushu University in Japan on a four-week training study featuring three groups of people doing an arm resistance …

ISLAMABAD, AUG 19(ABC): Migraine headaches can cause pain and their onset can be unpredictable. While genetics likely play a role in the development of migraine, more research needs to be done to understand the specific genetic causes of these headaches. A new studyTrusted Source published in Nature Communications reports that specific blood proteins may cause migraine and others can increase …

ISLAMABAD, August 17(ABC): Study finds slathering kids in sunscreen can protect them into adulthood. If you needed another reason for your family to use sunscreen this might be it: Regular sunscreen use in childhood can reduce the risk of melanoma by 40 percent in young adulthood. A recent studyTrusted Source examined the association between sunscreen use and melanoma risk in …

ISLAMABAD, August 17(ABC): Growing evidence supports the positive effects of eating a diet derived from whole food sources, including fruits, vegetables, and other non-processed foods. A series of new studies, published in the journal Foods, suggest that grape consumption may have a significant impact on health and mortality, particularly when added to a high fat Western diet. The research, which …

STOCKHOLM, August 15(ABC): Rainwater everywhere on the planet is unsafe to drink due to levels of toxic chemicals known as PFAS that exceed the latest guidelines, according to a new study by Stockholm University scientists. Commonly known as ‘forever chemicals’ because they disintegrate extremely slowly, PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) were initially found in packaging, shampoo or makeup but have …

ISLAMABAD, August 12(ABC): Numerous studies have revealed the positive effects that nature and the surrounding environment can have on mental and physical well-being. And now, new research published on August 5 from the University of Tokyo suggests the benefits of spending time in nature extend much further than previously believed. Researchers conducted a systematic review of 301 academic articles, spanning …

ISLAMABAD, August 12(ABC): Relaxing outside on a summer evening — what could be nicer? Then, someone gets a mosquito bite, and the onslaught begins. As the mosquitoes feast on their chosen targets, others escape unscathed — but why? Medical News Today looks at what attracts mosquitoes, why they target certain people, and how to try and stop them from biting …

ISLAMABAD, August 12(ABC): That’s according to a new studyTrusted Source conducted by the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA) and published today in the Journal of the American Medical Association. In it, researchers report that pharmacogenetic testing might help medical professionals by providing helpful information on how a person metabolizes a medication. This information can help doctors and others avoid …

ISLAMABAD, August 12(ABC): Switching from table salt to salt substitutes can help reduce the risk of stroke in people over age 60 with a history of high blood pressure or prior stroke. That’s according to a study published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine. The research included nearly 21,000 participants and took place in 600 villages in …