Sharks may hold secret to keeping a healthy heart as you age
Greenland sharks are the longest-living vertebrates on the planet and may offer insights into extending human life spans.
Woman, 54, reveals 3 things she does to have "metabolic age of 36"
"I am now fitter than I have ever been, thanks to better food choices and regular exercise," Annie Murray told Newsweek.
Scientists reveal how autism develops in kids
The researchers hope that these findings will help in the development of more effective drugs to manage the symptoms of autism.
Just a few days on night shift has "long-term" consequences
Researchers have demonstrated how shift work can throw our natural metabolic cycles out of sync.
Sign of aging reversed by simple exercise
"Everyone says that '[aging is] just part of getting older,' but this doesn't actually have to be true," researchers say.
Aging and obesity's "significant unresolved problem" may have solution
Scientists have figured out which chemicals drive the development of fatty liver disease and other metabolic conditions, which may allow for treatment.
Chemists solve "millennia-old mystery" of cause of red wine headaches
Red wine headaches are not the same as hangovers and can set in within 30 minutes of drinking. But what causes them, and why are some people so susceptible?
Your genes may stop you being vegetarian, scientists say
"We identified three genes that are significantly associated with vegetarianism," study author Nabeel Yaseen told Newsweek.
Slow digestion? Experts share simple tips to speed up your metabolism
Newsweek spoke with a physician, a dietician and a nutritionist to fact-check a transformation coach's advice on how to boost metabolism.
I lost 30lbs by boosting my metabolism with 3 simple tricks
Something shocking happened. Without changing anything else, my workouts improved, and I started losing fat faster.
Woman uses thermometer to measure metabolism—here's what an expert thinks
A gynecologist with a specialism in hormonal health told Newsweek why the thermometer method may not be as reliable as it seems.
This kitchen spice could help you cut body fat and increase your metabolism
"What we found is that this small spice can burn calories and maintain body weight, while increasing appetite and food consumption," the study lead said.
How to snack correctly, according to science
Over 90 percent of Americans snack on a daily basis, according to the USDA. And yet, one researcher says "surprisingly little" has been published on snacking.
Simple ways to boost your fat loss results without hours in the gym
Health experts share tips on how to turn your body into a fat-burning machine.
As heatwaves scorch the U.S., how hot is too hot for humans?
"We are steadily building a picture about how the body responds to heat stress, how adaptable it can be, the limits to those adaptations," Lewis Halsey said.
Neanderthal DNA could be to blame for your poor immune system
Researchers have found that Neanderthal DNA can affect our development, metabolism and immune systems.
Three ways to Boost your metabolism, and no - it doesn't get worse with age
A groundbreaking study from 2021 has found that age has very little impact on your metabolic rate.
How Do Our Bodies Burn Fat? Scientists Offer New Answer
Scientists dosed a group of volunteers with a special molecule to understand how the body processes visceral fat.
Snacking Could Cause Inflammation, Harming Your Health
Low-grade inflammation is the most important driver of unhealthy aging.
Just One in Eight Americans Is Metabolically Healthy
Being metabolically healthy is very important, not least because it reduces our risk of developing serious health conditions.
Six Foods and Supplements That May Help Reduce Fat
In order to lose fat, people still need to move more and eat less, but studies have shown these foods and supplements might help.
Study: Sleeping the Wrong Amount Could Damage Health
Scientists found that different levels of sleep could affect men and women differently.
Which Type of Coffee Drinker Are You?
Genetic factors determine how an individual responds to caffeine.
Study: Baby Teeth Give Insight into Autism Diagnosis
Researchers developed an algorithm which can detect autism in baby teeth with 90% accuracy.
Fasting Diets 'Could Raise Risk of Diabetes'
Fasting every other day could affect how the body releases insulin.
Cutting Calories Could Help You Live Longer
Not only did the dieters lose nearly 20 pounds on average, they also reduced oxidative damage to the body.
Obesity Gene Discovery Offers Potential Cure
Scientists find how 'obesity gene' works which, if tweaked, could prevent many piling on the pounds.