Health & Wellness

Find reliable insights on physical health, mental wellness, nutrition, and fitness. This category curates evidence-based articles to inspire healthier lifestyles and informed choices.

Endometriosis test backed by French government under scrutiny

When France launched its strategy to fight endometriosis in 2022, it widely promoted a simple saliva test that was promised to revolutionize diagnosis of the little-understood disease, which causes debilitating pain in women across the world.

Black mamba venom has a deadly hidden second strike

Scientists have uncovered a dangerous hidden feature in Black Mamba venom that explains why antivenoms sometimes fail. The study revealed that several mamba species launch a dual neurological attack, first causing limp paralysis and then unleashing painful spasms once treatment…

Long commutes and small homes are wrecking sleep

Tokyo residents face a trade-off between home size and commute time when it comes to sleep health. A new study shows longer commutes increase both insomnia and daytime sleepiness, while smaller housing also raises insomnia risk. Even with average-sized homes,…

This high-sugar fruit may actually lower diabetes risk

Mangos, often dismissed as too sugary, may hold hidden benefits for those at risk of diabetes. A George Mason University study found that daily mango eaters showed better blood sugar control and less body fat than those eating a lower-sugar…