Category Archives: Anti-Aging

Rheumatoid arthritis patients are at an increased risk for chronic kidney disease. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have found that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients have a higher risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) along with an increase in inflammation within the first year of diagnosis, corticosteroid usage, hypertension, and obesity. The researchers recommend that rheumatoid ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis is tied to mood disorder symptoms and cognitive impairment. The findings were uncovered through a thorough review of published research, which revealed that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) not only affects the joints and causes pain, but it can also affect the central nervous system, spine, and brain as well. Lead author Dr. Andrei Joaquim ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis management can be achieved through an anti-inflammatory diet and Mediterranean diet in order to reduce inflammation. Nutrition plays a vital role in all of our bodily functions and eating the right foods can mean the difference between good or poor health. Many foods are natural healers, so it should be of no surprise ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis drug may help treat ovarian cancer. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder and many autoimmune disorders share links with certain forms of cancer. Because of these shared links cancer treatment drugs can sometimes benefit certain autoimmune disorders and vice versa. Such is the case with a drug known as auranofin. Auranofin is commonly ...click here to read more

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) can be improved with a healthy body weight and exercise. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that mainly affects the spine and can lead to pain, fatigue, and stiffness. But research has shown regular exercise can help improve it. The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) outlined recommendations for patients with ...click here to read more

Unfortunately, we can’t stop aging, and so with every passing year our health is put at risk. From vision loss to hearing troubles, these are just some aspects of health that naturally get worse with age. On the other hand, although aging puts you at risk for some health problems, you can actively try to ...click here to read more

We encounter stress on a daily basis, when we are stuck in traffic or waiting in the long lineup at the grocery store, for example. Stress can vary greatly from mild to severe and chronic. Numerous studies have shown the detrimental effects of stress on the body, as it causes headaches and stomach aches, raises ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is linked to rheumatoid arthritis and increased depression symptoms. It is well known that if a person has one autoimmune disease their risk of developing another is much greater compared to those individuals without an autoimmune disease. Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis are more likely to develop hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or Hashimoto ...click here to read more

Osteoporosis, bone loss, and fractures due to radiation have been found to be preventable by consuming dried plums (prunes). The study revealed that consuming dried plums may protect against ionizing radiation, which increases oxidative damage in skeletal tissues and leads to an imbalance in bone remodeling. Millions of seniors worldwide are at risk for osteoporosis ...click here to read more

A new anti-aging breakthrough uses human skin cell enzymes to open a new pathway for treatment. The researchers from Newcastle University tracked the activity of a key metabolic enzyme found in the batteries of the human skin declines as we age. The new breakthrough brings us closer to powerful anti-aging treatments. The findings also offer ...click here to read more

The fountain of youth has yet to be discovered, so we must come up with our own means to extend our lives. When it comes to longevity, some things are pretty obvious: don’t smoke, exercise, and eat well. Although those three are the foundation of the road to a long life, there are other factors ...click here to read more

A lot of people assume that watermelon juice is simply water with a little flavor, but this sweet-tasting fruit has much more to offer in terms of health benefits. Who can resist a juicy slice of watermelon to beat the heat on a hot summer day? For many people, it is a guilt-free way to ...click here to read more

Schizophrenia and autism patients show low vitamin B12 levels at an earlier age than normal. For example, autistic children under the age of 10 have three times lower levels of vitamin B12 in the brain, compared to children of the same age without autism. These levels seen in autistic children are found to be the ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in women increases the risk of all-cause mortality, compared to women without the disease. Specifically, women with rheumatoid arthritis are more likely to develop respiratory issues. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic condition, which causes pain and stiffness, and limits mobility, too. Inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis doesn’t solely affect the joints. It can ...click here to read more