Walking for the bus could save your life – brief bouts of exercise linked to lower risk of dementia, diabetes and heart disease, study finds

Climbing the stairs, playing actively with the kids or just walking briskly between errands for just a few minutes a day all have significant health benefits, experts say.

By Sean Wooler, Executive Health Editor Published: 19:05 EDT, 29 March 2026 | Updated: 19:46 EDT, 29 March 2026 Even short exercises such as walking to the bus can cut the risk of dementia or type 2 diabetes by up to half, a study suggests. Climbing the stairs, playing actively with the kids or just … Read more

A UK surgeon shares a diet rich in protein and fiber that reduces the risk of heart disease, cholesterol, and has anti-cancer properties

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Many of the everyday staples that sit quietly in Indian kitchens are more powerful than we give them credit for. These common, inexpensive foods are packed with nutrients that can provide support It improves heart health, bowel function, regulates blood sugar, and even helps reduce inflammation over time. Some may even have protective, anti-cancer properties … Read more

More young Americans are facing the costs of chronic disease

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Lauren Kim, 33, content creator. Courtesy of Justin Burchel/Manuscript via REUTERS Lauren Lees, 33, experienced symptoms for years before doctors were able to piece things together. “I was dealing with GI (gastrointestinal) issues and fatigue,” she says. “I came to health out of necessity.” She is among a growing number of young people in the … Read more

Heart disease: An extra 10 minutes of sleep each night can reduce the risk

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Share on PinterestSmall lifestyle changes can provide significant heart health protection, a new study suggests. Image credit: Westend61/Getty Images A new study examined how small lifestyle changes can affect heart health. The research team followed more than 50,000 people for about 8 years and tracked habits such as sleep, nutrition and exercise. At the end … Read more

When daily tasks become difficult: Early signs for Alzheimer’s disease

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For many older adults, life is full of routine. Eating breakfast, paying bills, shopping, driving, managing appointments and keeping track of medications are done almost automatically. For many, these routines go smoothly, but for some, small obstacles begin. This small struggle is important. Perhaps it starts with casually forgetting to add items to a grocery … Read more