(Natural News) Older patients who have had a non-heart surgery increase their chance of dying by six times, a month following the operation. These procedures include surgery on body parts that are far from the heart, such as knee surgery or prostate surgery. According to new research published in the journal Circulation, operations that do not involve […]

(Natural News) Many of us think that aging is a bit intimidating, especially since death would come soon. We often wonder how long we would last in our physical forms and ponder if there are any symptoms or signs as to when death would come for us. A study published in the Journal of the […]

(Natural News) A balanced intake of fat, fruits, and vegetables, all the while avoiding high carbohydrates, is associated with a lower risk of mortality. A study published in The Lancet shows that the lowest risk of death was with individuals who had a daily intake of three to four servings of fruits, vegetables, and legumes. However, […]

(Natural News) New research discovers that women who do not undergo surgeries for cataract are more likely to die early. A team of researchers from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) examined data of around 74,000 women with cataract from ages 65 and over. More than half of them, or about 42,000, underwent cataract […]

(Natural News) Death is the great equalizer – it knows no age, financial status, race, or political color. It’s also a very effective means to drive up sales, especially for bottled water, according to researchers from the University of Waterloo. The findings of the study, published in the journal Applied Environmental Education & Communication, revealed that pro-bottled water […]

(Natural News) If you’re wondering if there is a difference in how old you’re expected to live to compared to our ancestors roughly 200 years ago, researchers from the University of Liverpool have got you covered. The researchers replicated a study done 175 years ago to see if the results of the study were still […]

(Natural News) Your lifestyle choices have a greater impact on your health than genetics, reports Science Daily. Researchers from Uppsala University say that genetic effects are influenced by different lifestyle factors such as diet, smoking, socio-economic status, alcohol consumption, and physical activity. They reached this conclusion after studying the genetic and self-reported lifestyle information of 360,000 middle-aged […]

(Natural News) Caffeine is one of the most widely used compounds in the world. It can be found not just in your usual cup of coffee but also in tea, soda, and energy drinks. Even though it is consumed by most people, many are still skeptical about its benefits which may vary per individual. Fortunately, there are many […]

(Natural News) Experts say that proteins can be good for your heart, but only if you choose the right kind of protein sources. A study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology suggests that meat-based protein sources increase the risks of cardiovascular disease and death, while protein from nuts and seeds keeps the heart healthy. […]

(Natural News) Many people drink coffee for an energy boost, but do you know that it can also prolong your life? A study published in the journal Circulation revealed that moderate amounts — or less than five cups — of coffee each day can lower your risk of death from many diseases, such as cardiovascular […]