Ayla Roberts

Ayla Roberts is a registered nurse and freelance writer. She holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in nursing and has worked in a variety of clinical and academic roles.

Intermittent Fasting Protects Against Liver Inflammation, Cancer, Study Finds

Healing the liver has emerged among the many benefits of intermittent fasting.

Research & Discoveries May 27, 2024
Study Finds Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Safely Treat Menopause Symptoms

Though not a 'cure-all,' hormone replacement therapy combined with a healthy diet and lifestyle could bring great relief ...

Menopause May 19, 2024
How Online Social Engagement Can Influence Anxiety and Depression in Older Adults

Depending on the content and how it is used, social media can bring positive or negative effects to ...

Mental Health May 8, 2024
The Importance of Iodine-Rich Foods and Their Sources

Eating seafood and seaweed is one good way to get iodine—an essential trace mineral—into the body.

Food & Nutrition April 10, 2024
Study Links Poor Nutrition to Accelerated Alzheimer’s Progression

Findings highlight nutrition's role in Alzheimer's progression, suggests dietary interventions may slow decline.

Research & Discoveries April 9, 2024
2000 Daily Steps Lower Heart Failure Risk in Older Women: Study

The equivalent of walking one mile per day has been shown to reduce the risk of and even ...

Heart Health April 3, 2024
Cinnamon Found to Reduce Blood Sugar Levels in Obese and Prediabetes Patients

Cinnamon, a common household spice used for generations to flavor foods and drinks, when taken in a daily ...

Research & Discoveries March 8, 2024
Chronic Neuropathic Pain–Researchers Uncover Potential Non-Opioid Treatment

One of the most difficult conditions to treat, neuropathic pain is often sedated with opioids—now, on the horizon, ...

Research & Discoveries March 3, 2024
Phone-Based Psychological Care Significantly Reduced Levels of Depression, Study Finds

In research began during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers performed the largest study ever undertaken to measure and combat ...

Research & Discoveries March 1, 2024
Can Autoimmune Disease Be Cured? Scientists Say We May Be Close

The monumental effort to find methods for healing auto-immune diseases may be taking a turn in the right ...

Research & Discoveries February 10, 2024
Optimistic Mindset Linked to Poor Decision-Making

While the power of positive thinking may boost confidence, it may not be the best path to successful ...

Research & Discoveries January 29, 2024
Quitting or Reducing Alcohol Can Decrease Risk of Certain Cancers—Study

When it comes to preventing cancer, there are no scientifically established safe amounts of alcohol you can drink.

Research & Discoveries January 25, 2024
Coffee Compound Found to Boost Memory

Thinking of cutting coffee from your diet? Given new information about the effect of one of its compounds ...

Research & Discoveries November 12, 2023
Should You Get an Apo B Test to Assess Your Cardiovascular Disease Risk?

A simple blood test could be the key to understanding your risk of heart disease.

Heart Health September 20, 2023
‘Power Naps’ May Help Slow Brain Aging—For Some People

In the past, experts have confirmed that short naps may have the potential to boost cognition, focus, and ...

Sleep August 29, 2023
Whole-Food Diet Reverses Type 2 Diabetes: Study

A healthy, balanced diet that includes small portions of meat, fish, or poultry has been a common recommendation ...

Research & Discoveries July 26, 2023
Can Breathing Exercises Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s?

Simple breathing exercises have long been associated with stress and anxiety reduction. But new research suggests that implementing ...

Dementia & Alzheimer's July 2, 2023