The average age at menarche -- the first menstrual period -- has been decreasing among younger generations in the U.S., especially those belonging to racial minorities and lower socioeconomic statuses, according to a new study. It also found that the average time it takes for the menstrual cycle to become regular is increasing.

Vitamin C, long hailed for its immune-boosting properties, is now emerging as a powerhouse for skin health and hormone balance. Groundbreaking research reveals this humble nutrient's ability to not only protect and rejuvenate skin but also potentially regenerate hormones.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 7 million people in the United States alone are living with Alzheimer’s disease. A new study has identified and synthesized a molecule that restores cognitive function in Alzheimer’s model mice by increasing gamma oscillations.

Nestled within its jewel-toned arils, the humble pomegranate harbors a wealth of compounds that can profoundly impact women's health, from supporting fertility and easing menopause to potentially warding off chronic diseases.

More than 900,000 people with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia reside in nursing homes and assisted living centers. A recent study in JAMA Network Open of 14 New York assisted living homes found that, within one month, 15% of residents experienced verbal, physical, or sexual resident-on-resident aggression. 

The National Autistic Society (NAS) has long been a leading voice on autism in the UK, providing support and advocacy for autistic individuals and their families. However, their stance on the causes and potential treatments for autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has come under increasing scrutiny from advocates of natural health approaches and researchers exploring environmental factors. This article examines the limitations of the NAS perspective and highlights emerging evidence that challenges the conventional wisdom on autism.

A maintenance worker at a skilled care nursing home has been charged with sexual assault.

Over half of people with iron deficiency were found to still have low iron levels three years after diagnosis, and among patients whose condition was effectively treated within that timeframe, they faced longer-than-expected delays, pointing to substantial gaps in appropriate recognition and efficient treatment of the condition, according to a new study.

Since the invention of the very first sugar substitute saccharin in 1879, scientists have been continuing to look for ways to create the sweet taste of sugar without the calories it has. Previous research has linked erythritol to an increased risk for cardiovascular issues, both animal and blood-based studies indicated that a prothrombotic effect with erythritol could explain the underlying mechanism.