Magnesium and phosphorus might not make headlines like calcium or iron, but these unsung heroes perform countless vital functions throughout your body every day. These minerals work tirelessly behind ...

Katia Riddle is a correspondent at NPR covering mental health. She has reported extensively on the impact of events such as Hurricane Helene, Los Angeles wildfires and the loneliness epidemic. Prior ...

DAEJEON, South Korea — There may really be no better “fountain of youth” remedy than a good old-fashioned workout. Research out of South Korea reveals that when you exercise, your muscles release a ...

Maintaining strong bones and flexible joints is crucial for overall health, especially as we age. Bone density naturally declines over time, increasing the risk of fractures, osteoporosis, and reduced ...

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Most robots rely on rigid, bulky parts that limit their adaptability, strength, and safety in real-world environments. Researchers developed soft, battery-powered artificial muscles inspired by human ...

When bones break and there is extreme tissue loss--such as after a car accident or a battlefield injury--current treatments don't often lead to effective healing. But certain stem cells from skeletal ...

Turns out, not all milk goes the extra mile for your muscles and microbiome. A new study from researchers in China analyzed the impact of consuming different types of milk on muscle and bone health ...

Radiogram. Senior doctor general practitioner showing x-ray lungs photo to female patient, explaining diagnosis, symptoms at hospital. (Getty Images) The From Labs to Lives Blog connects everyday ...

It seems like you can't go anywhere without seeing someone wearing a weighted vest. They're at the gym, on hiking trails, in public parks and on social media feeds, where influencers claim wearing one ...