Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

A common drug to treat osteoporosis, known as alendronate, has been tied to additional health benefits besides simply treating weak bones. A recent study found that patients who take this medication also experience a reduced risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, and stroke. The study included newly diagnosed patients with hip fractures between 2005 and ...click here to read more

Whether you love mushrooms are not, here’s a great reason to eat them: They counter the effects of aging. Researchers at Penn State University found that mushrooms were rich in two very powerful antioxidants which can reduce oxidative stress in the body. Some mushrooms, like porcini, were found to have higher levels of these antioxidants ...click here to read more

Tai chi for arthritis is an alternative form of exercise that has been known to relieve pain and improve flexibility and balance. Instructors contend that anyone at any age can practice this century old Chinese martial art. In fact, most people can learn the basic tai chi for arthritis movements in just eight to 12 ...click here to read more

You’re often advised to lower your cholesterol levels because it can result in a heart-related complication. But studies have revealed that having high cholesterol may contribute to a higher Alzheimer’s disease risk. The findings were published in Nature Chemistry and they describe how cholesterol in the brain may act as a trigger for toxic clusters ...click here to read more

As we age, the risk of osteoporosis increases, as does the condition’s role in the increased risk of mortality. Exactly what role it is that osteoporosis plays in the general mortality of elderly patients is unclear, however. Other risk factors include type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, although, like osteoporosis, these conditions have not ...click here to read more

There is a long list of health problems associated with sugar consumption including obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, cavities, and some cancers. There are many campaigns and health warnings out there that promote the reduction of sugar consumption, as it poses major risks to health. The latest research findings suggest another serious health problem could ...click here to read more

Intestinal gas builds up in the digestive tract of every human being. Gas is just one of the products of food being broken down and digested, often leading to burping, belching, and flatulence. Gas pains are a very common problem and affect all of us at some point, while some people have this problem on ...click here to read more

Retinal vascular disease is commonly caused by retinal artery or vein occlusions (RAO/RVO), which are blockages in the arteries or veins of the eye, specifically the retina. These blockages can eventually lead to a stroke if left untreated. Although there appears to be a connection between patients with retinal artery or vein occlusions and atrial ...click here to read more