Weight regains is a common problem for weight loss individuals. A number of studies have shown that weight loss in overweight people results in a reduction in whole-body energy expenditure. This ...

The loss of muscle mass, or muscle atrophy, is a relatively common condition in today's aging and increasingly sedentary societies. While the disuse of muscles is the most frequent catalyst for muscle ...

Melondy Phillips Staff Writer In an age of climate-controlled homes, offices and even vehicles, many humans have become ...

As life expectancy continues to climb globally, the focus of many people has moved from longevity alone to living in good ...

We all learned in high school biology that mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell. But powering up those cellular engines requires a molecular spark. Now, scientists at the Salk Institute have ...

Maintaining long-term health has become a major challenge, driving research into ways to extend “healthspan” rather than ...