Creatine has become one of the most talked-about supplements, and many people are adding it to their daily routines. While most research has focused on men, emerging research suggests females—especially those over 40—could benefit from consuming it regularly, too. Creatine is a compound found in every cell of the body. It’s naturally produced from…

Intermittent fasting does not appear to diminish a person’s mental sharpness during periods when they are not eating, according to a new study. Researchers report in their online-first paper, published in Psychological Bulletin, that short-term fasting of less than 24 hours does not affect the mental performance of adults. Researchers said that glycogen, the…

Long-term use of melatonin supplements may be linked with a higher risk of heart failure, according to new research — but does that mean people taking it as a sleep aid should stop using it now? In a review of electronic medical records, thousands of adults who had chronic insomnia and took melatonin for a…

Between 5,000 and 7,500 steps daily slowed cognitive decline by about seven years Even small amounts of walking could slow down the brain changes that lead to Alzheimer’s, a new study shows. In fact, results point to a very specific window where benefits peak. Researchers from Mass General Brigham followed nearly 300 older adults…

Long-term use of melatonin supplements may be linked with a higher risk of heart failure, according to new research — but does that mean people taking it as a sleep aid should stop using it now? In a review of electronic medical records, thousands of adults who had chronic insomnia and took melatonin for a…