Doctors often talk about weight loss in terms of numbers on a scale, but a new study shows that what you lose matters just as much as how much you lose. Researchers at Vanderbilt Health found that ... Read more Doctors often talk about weight loss in terms of numbers on a scale, but a new study shows that what you lose matters just as much as how much you lose. Researchers at Vanderbilt Health found that both weight loss surgery and new medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide help people with obesity lose fat and […] The post Weight loss drugs and surgery improve fat-to-muscle ratio in body appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

Kidney disease is a serious health condition that often goes unnoticed, especially in older people. Many of its early signs are easy to miss or may seem like normal parts of getting older. But spot... Read more Kidney disease is a serious health condition that often goes unnoticed, especially in older people. Many of its early signs are easy to miss or may seem like normal parts of getting older. But spotting kidney problems early is very important. If the disease is not treated in time, it can lead to kidney failure. […] The post How to detect silent kidney disease early in older people appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

For many people, alcohol is part of social life, celebrations, or a way to relax. But new research shows that years of heavy drinking can cause far more damage to the liver than many realize, and t... Read more For many people, alcohol is part of social life, celebrations, or a way to relax. But new research shows that years of heavy drinking can cause far more damage to the liver than many realize, and the results can be sudden, severe, and deadly. A new study from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest […] The post Long-term heavy drinking can quietly destroy the liver appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

Many people don’t realize that kidney disease can affect the skin, but for those living with it, itchy skin and rashes are common and sometimes severe problems. These skin issues are not just annoy... Read more Many people don’t realize that kidney disease can affect the skin, but for those living with it, itchy skin and rashes are common and sometimes severe problems. These skin issues are not just annoying—they can seriously affect a person’s comfort, sleep, mood, and quality of life. The kidneys do many important jobs in the body. […] The post How kidney disease can cause itchy skin appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

Opioid addiction, also called opioid use disorder (OUD), is a serious health problem worldwide. Recovery from this condition is very difficult, and many people relapse. One major reason is the inte... Read more Opioid addiction, also called opioid use disorder (OUD), is a serious health problem worldwide. Recovery from this condition is very difficult, and many people relapse. One major reason is the intense symptoms that happen during withdrawal. These symptoms are partly caused by an imbalance in the nervous system. A new study published in JAMA Psychiatry […] The post Yoga may speed up opioid withdrawal recovery and reduce relapse risk appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

Susan Schuh has dedicated her career to helping humans adapt to life beyond Earth.   As the Flight Crew Integration Operational Habitability (OpsHab) team lead in NASA’s Human Health and ... Read more Susan Schuh has dedicated her career to helping humans adapt to life beyond Earth.   As the Flight Crew Integration Operational Habitability (OpsHab) team lead in NASA’s Human Health and Performance Directorate at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Schuh leads efforts to understand what it is really like to live and work in space. She turns […] Show less

Many people take vitamin D supplements, especially during the colder months when there is less sunlight. Vitamin D is important for strong bones and a healthy immune system. But new research from t... Read more Many people take vitamin D supplements, especially during the colder months when there is less sunlight. Vitamin D is important for strong bones and a healthy immune system. But new research from the University of Surrey and its partners suggests that not all forms of vitamin D are the same—and one type might even lower […] The post Why vitamin D3 might be better than D2 for your health appeared first on Knowridge Science Report. Show less

Manchester United fans have called out Diogo Dalot and Manuel Ugarte for their performances during their FA Cup third round clash against Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Experts say dwindling snowfall during winter will impact the lives and livelihoods of millions.