Working memory is the information we need to access to complete the tasks we’re engaged in right now, and scientists think it ...

Intermittent fasting may help some people lose weight without relying as heavily on constant food restriction.

Across cultures, the way we soothe an unsettled baby tends to look much the same: hold them close and gently rub their back.

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Ambitious studies have been examining the protective effects of diet, exercise and socializing — with surprising results.

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A surprising new study suggests that eating a very healthy diet—packed with fruits, vegetables, and whole grains—might be linked to a higher risk of lung cancer in younger non-smokers. Researchers ...