Category Archives: Health News

A new study has confirmed a definitive link between salt and bloating. America has a high prevalence of bloating, and this new research published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology shows that it can be reduced simply by lowering sodium intake. The study was conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public ...click here to read more

When you see a commercial for a new fancy car with a hot color and all the bells and whistles, do you think you need it? You might think it would be nice to drive but soon realize that almost every other car will do the same thing. Exotic, expensive, and imported “superfoods” are pretty ...click here to read more

New research published in the American Heart Association’s journal, Stroke, shows a direct link between urinary tract infections and an increased risk of ischemic stroke. These surprising new findings offer more insight into the connection between infections and stroke risk. In the past, several infections have been identified as possible stoke triggers, but this new ...click here to read more

Two of the most significant drawbacks to aging are joint pain and low energy. Experiencing one—or both—of these symptoms can severely limit mobility and cut deep into your quality of life. And now it appears that vitamin K might play a more significant role in your mobility and overall aging than you might have thought. ...click here to read more

When it comes to promoting healthy veins and lowering blood pressure, a lot of conventional methods are far easier said than done. Starting an exercise routine, quitting smoking, and overhauling your diet sound easy enough, but they are far more challenging to put into practice. Thankfully, sipping on beetroot juice every day is just as ...click here to read more

For healthy, strong muscles, you need more than a few workouts per week. In fact, those workouts might not have any of their desired effects if you’re not giving them one crucial thing: protein. Protein is what allows your muscles to get strong and healthy, and eating enough of it is the only way they ...click here to read more

There is evidence that diet can help maintain a healthy colon, but there is little understanding of which foods may offer the most benefit. A new study is showing that yogurt might help lower the risk of colon trouble. The new observational study found that men who ate at least two servings of yogurt per ...click here to read more

According to a new study published in Bone, patients who have a high frailty status alongside rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may be more at risk of osteoporotic fractures. Those with RA do have an increased risk of skeletal bone loss, which could be a reason for the increased risk of fractures. Previous studies have shown frailty ...click here to read more

Anti-aging is all about improving your body’s response to stress. What does that mean? It means getting a handle on inflammation. Inflammation wears away at your cells and speeds up the aging process. The way to stop it? Building a diet around anti-inflammatory foods (that’s one) that are rich in antioxidants (that’s two). Anti-inflammatory foods—usually ...click here to read more

The typical response to feeling tired or lethargic is usually one of the following: reach for a coffee or energy drink or sit down and relax. Of course, none of those things will do much for your overall energy levels, and they could lead to potential health risks and complications. If you need a brief ...click here to read more

For those who have been diagnosed with diabetes, studies show that it can be a risk factor for many other health conditions, including stroke. But what if a simple blood test could predict their risk of experiencing a stroke in the future? According to new research published in the journal Stroke, this blood test may ...click here to read more

Most people like to exercise caution: they put seat belts on, look both ways before they cross the street, and lock their doors when they leave home. So, why is that when it comes to what they put in their body, caution gets thrown to the wind? Put simply, people don’t eat enough fruits and ...click here to read more

We know that environment can play a significant role in how healthy we are, but a new study suggests that it can specifically impact the risk of arterial hypertension and metabolic syndrome. The research, soon to be published in the Journal of Public Health, shows that air pollution and living in apartment buildings may be ...click here to read more

When you sit down with a bag of popcorn for the movie or big game, are you having a healthy snack? It depends. Popcorn has been glorified as a healthy snack because it is a low-calorie, high-fiber whole grain. It can be a useful snack to help control or lose weight, while potentially prompting heart ...click here to read more