Category Archives: Health News

Lower risk for cardiovascular disease, improved mental/brain health, lower blood pressure, reduced cholesterol, less inflammation, better mobility, and more: these are the benefits of exercise. But as necessary as consistency is in reaping its benefits, exercising safely might be paramount. For those looking to start exercising or seeking specific goals, it’s important to know how ...click here to read more

A new study is indicating that a commonly prescribed classification of drugs may substantially increase dementia risk. The drugs, known as anticholinergics, are used to treat a variety of conditions like bladder problems, depression, and Parkinson’s disease. They work by inhibiting the chemical messenger acetylcholine, helping to relax or contract muscles. The discovery was made ...click here to read more

Research now shows how exercise training in older adults with obesity can help to preserve muscle mass, improve physical function, and reduce frailty. In aging Western populations, frailty is becoming a significant health concern. Exacerbated by obesity, frailty is not only a health concern but a major healthcare cost. The research reported in the journal ...click here to read more

For people aiming to improve heart health, dietary changes can be a little overwhelming. It sounds a lot easier than it is to swap one style of eating for another. If you’ve been eating a certain way for your entire life, merely adopting a Mediterranean-style diet or DASH diet is not going to be easy. ...click here to read more

If you’re about to kick back with a TV dinner and post up for a night of primetime television, consider yourself warned: it could be one of the worst things you can do for your heart. Yeah, I know, you’ve heard it before; too much sitting can raise the risk for heart disease, stroke, heart ...click here to read more

I’m going to do it. I’m going to tell you that your morning fruit or vegetable juice isn’t as healthy as you think it is. Yes, it’s packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other health-promoting compounds. Yes, it counts towards your fruit and vegetable count for the day. And heck yes, it can be healthy ...click here to read more

It might be strange to think about, but your health is a reflection of the life you’ve lived and the decisions you make every day. Most people don’t just wake up one day with heart disease, type-2 diabetes, or dementia—they are conditions that build over time. Your daily habits can play a massive role in ...click here to read more

John Hopkins Medicine researchers have recently reported that a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet could improve cognition in older adults. It was found that eating a diet similar to Atkins may improve brain function and memory. The study looked at 14 older adults with mild cognitive problems suggestive of early Alzheimer’s disease with an average age of ...click here to read more

If you are one of the many Americans who take a common blood pressure drug, you could be at risk for diverticulosis. This new research from a team of scientists led by Imperial College London investigated the effectiveness and side effects of three common blood pressure medications: ACE-inhibitors, beta-blockers, and calcium channel blockers. Worldwide, high ...click here to read more

Physicians regularly recommend lowering LDL cholesterol for heart disease prevention, but a new study shows how reducing it too much can be a risk for hemorrhagic stroke. It was found that participants with LDL cholesterol levels below 70 mg/dL had a higher risk of hemorrhagic stroke. A Pen State-led study examined the relationship between low-density ...click here to read more

It’s possible that doctors could predict your future brain health by looking into your eyes. But this discovery can do more than help doctors predict the future: it might offer you another tool to keep your brain healthy in the future to prevent or delay dementia. Harvard University reports that a growing body of research ...click here to read more

According to a new study from Ball State University, middle-aged people can be as susceptible to falling as older adults if they are diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. The research published in the journal International Urology and Nephrology found that people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) had an increased risk of falls even after adjusting ...click here to read more

A healthy prostate is on the minds of a lot of men, and it should be. But reducing your risk of prostate conditions is not as simple as getting a list from your doctor about what foods to eat. Although there are certain foods associated with reduced risk for prostate trouble, more work is needed. ...click here to read more

The kind of day you have is greatly dependent on the sleep you had the night before. Good sleep allows you to wake up refreshed and ready to go. It’s a different story if your sleep’s been interrupted. In the short-term, bad sleep can lead to anxiety, irritation, and trouble focusing. In the long-term, it ...click here to read more