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Share on Pinterest Are weighted vests really a fitness breakthrough? That depends on a lot of factors, including your current fitness level and goals. Yakov Knyazev/Stocksy United Weighted vests are trending, with proponents making many claims about the potential health benefits. Weighted vest training may help with cardiovascular fitness by increasing workout intensity. There is

Share on Pinterest A new study highlights possible consequences of cannabis use on metabolic health. Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images A large study found that type 2 diabetes risk could be four times higher among cannabis users. Cannabis may increase diabetes risk by promoting insulin resistance and unhealthy eating habits. Lifestyle measures might help mitigate risk

Share on Pinterest “Sirens” star Julianne Moore is raising awareness about Alzheimer’s prevention. Photography courtesy of Art + Commerce Academy Award winner Julianne Moore is speaking out about Alzheimer’s disease. The “Sirens” actor recently teamed up with Eli Lilly to advocate for brain health. Moore won an Oscar in 2015 for her role in “Still

Share on Pinterest Emerging evidence suggests that a ketogenic diet could help support mental health. Alexander Spatari/Getty Images A new pilot study reports that young adults experienced a 70% reduction in depression symptoms after following a ketogenic diet. Participants also reported improvements in cognitive performance, overall well-being, and modest weight loss. Researchers suggest that nutritional

Share on Pinterest Chemicals in cigarette smoke may promote the growth and spread of tumors in pancreatic cancer, a new mouse study shows. Bob Thomas/Getty Images Prior research has linked smoking to pancreatic cancer, but the reasons why were unclear. A new mouse study shows that chemicals in cigarette smoke change the immune system, which

Share on Pinterest Loneliness and financial strain are contributing to rising depression rates in the United States. Johner Images/Getty Images A new Gallup poll reports that over 18% of U.S. adults have or are being treated for depression. Depression rates have been at a historical high since 2024, with young adults and lower-income individuals among

Share on Pinterest A new study suggests that a large percentage of people with diabetes are unaware they have the disease. Justin Paget/Getty Images Researchers estimate that around 44% of people in the U.S. with diabetes are unaware they have the disease. Experts say undiagnosed and under-treated diabetes can lead to a variety of serious

Share on Pinterest A common drug used as an emergency contraceptive may also help lower breast cancer risk. Tom Werner/Getty Images Researchers say that a drug used as an emergency contraceptive or to treat fibroids may help lower breast cancer risk. Ulipristal acetate, the “morning after pill,” was found to reduce the activity of breast