Health

October 14, 2025

Having a Purpose in Life Can Reduce the Risk of Dementia, New Research Finds

Having a sense of purpose in life isn’t just personally fulfilling or rewarding. It turns out that it can also reduce the risk of dementia, according to research recently published in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry. Conducted by researchers at the University of California Davis, the new study followed nearly 14,000 adults aged 45 and older for up to 15 years.

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July 23, 2025

New Study Reveals the “Sweet Spot” of Steps You Need To Take Every Day To Stay Healthy

Over the last few years, walking 10,000 steps a day has become a popular goal among those aiming for a fit lifestyle. But while this target looks cool on fitness trackers and it’s certainly something to brag about when achieved, there’s reportedly no scientific basis to it. Instead, researchers have looked up the number of steps you really need to keep yourself healthy. And surprisingly, it’s less than previously thought.

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