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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading global cause of death, with hypertension as a major modifiable risk factor. Increasing evidence suggests that food additives in ultra-processed foods may also influence cardiovascular health. Food preservatives are widely used to extend the shelf life and maintain the quality of processed foods and beverages. Although these additives have long […]

Chronic stress and late-night snacking may adversely affect gut microbiome health. The impact of snacking on health may be influenced by both the quality and quantity of foods consumed; however, the timing of snacking, particularly when late at night, can affect digestive health and the gut microbiome. The possible mechanisms by which the combination of

Sleep duration is increasingly recognized as a key determinant of systemic health and ageing. Sleep plays a fundamental role in maintaining metabolic, cardiovascular, immune, and neurological health. While both short and long sleep have been linked to adverse clinical outcomes, their effects on biological ageing across multiple organ systems remain incompletely understood. Emerging evidence suggests

Poor balance can make simple tasks difficult and increase the risk of falls, joint disorders, and reduced stability. Maintaining balance requires coordination between the trunk and lower limbs, along with proper alignment of the body’s center of gravity. Disruption of this coordination may contribute to inefficient movement and low back pain. Low-intensity exercises performed in

Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is a growing global health burden, accounting for more than half of all heart failure cases. Obesity has emerged as a major independent risk factor for HFpEF, contributing to systemic inflammation, neurohormonal activation, myocardial fibrosis (stiffening of the heart muscle, thus limiting its ability to pump blood) and

Mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression, are becoming increasingly common worldwide. Lifestyle and dietary factors, including coffee consumption, are being explored for their role in mental health, though evidence has been inconsistent. Emerging evidence suggests a J-shaped relationship, in which moderate intake may be beneficial, whereas higher intake may be harmful. Coffee contains bioactive

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of mortality worldwide, driven by major events such as myocardial infarction, heart failure, and stroke. Lifestyle behaviors such as sleep, physical activity, and diet are the key determinants of cardiovascular health. However, they have always been studied in isolation. Emerging evidence suggests that these behaviors interact synergistically, influencing

Lifestyle factors are increasingly recognized as important determinants of cognitive health. Previous research has shown that home cooking is associated with a lower risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease, along with potential mental health benefits.1 Cooking at home promotes healthier eating habits, including increased intake of fruits and vegetables

Sleep patterns are increasingly recognized as important determinants of cardiometabolic health. While sleep duration has been widely studied, the impact of sleep regularity and variability on long-term cardiovascular outcomes remains less clearly understood. Emerging evidence suggests that inconsistent sleep schedules may disrupt circadian rhythms, contributing to adverse metabolic and cardiovascular effects. However, large-scale prospective data

Physical exercise is widely known to improve cognitive function and memory, but the underlying neural mechanisms remain incompletely understood. In particular, hippocampal sharp-wave ripples—the key neurophysiological markers of memory processing—are thought to play a central role in learning and memory consolidation. Recent evidence suggests that interactions between the hippocampus and cortical networks, especially the default