Category Archives: Health News

Moderate alcohol consumption increases the risk of high blood pressure. The study involved over 17,000 Americans, which revealed seven to 13 drinks a week substantially increased blood pressure. Previous research has suggested that moderate alcohol consumption may protect a person from heart disease, but the latest findings refute this notion. Past research has not looked ...click here to read more

The number one nutrient recommended to promote strong bones is calcium. Calcium is found mainly in dairy products. But if you don’t consume dairy products, will your bones suffer as a result? Diet plays a significant role in maintaining strong bones, and key nutrients include calcium, potassium, magnesium, vitamin K, and vitamin D. The good ...click here to read more

If you suffer from bladder leaks, you may think you’re suffering alone, but bladder leaks are more common than you think. A recent survey uncovered that 61 percent of women regularly deal with bladder leaks. Furthermore, the latest survey suggests that one-third of the 2,000 women surveyed experience multiple leaks a day. Of the respondents, ...click here to read more

As you age, your body goes through many changes – emotionally, mentally, physically, and physiologically. Maybe you wear glasses when you didn’t years ago. Maybe you need more or even fewer hours of sleep compared to your younger years. Or maybe you find you can’t eat the same foods you once loved and enjoyed. Another ...click here to read more

Heart disease continues to be the number one killer in America, and a person with heart disease has a more difficult time fighting off infections and viruses. This is why it’s so important to stay up to date with your vaccinations, as they help your body fight off preventable illnesses. Without vaccinations, a person with ...click here to read more

Lack of protein, exercise, and older age can all contribute to muscle loss or atrophy. Research suggests having diabetes is another contributing factor to muscle loss, and many people are not aware of this link. It’s natural to lose some muscle mass as we age, and as a result, it can negatively impact our ability ...click here to read more

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) risk increases when on a low carbohydrate diet. There is a big trend today to consume fewer carbohydrates as a means to lose weight, but not getting enough carbs in your diet from grains, fruits, and starchy vegetables can increase your risk of a heart rhythm disorder. The study looked at the ...click here to read more

Heart disease continues to be the number one killer in America, even though many of its risk factors are preventable. One factor to be aware of is diet. We know that eating an unhealthy diet can increase your risk of heart disease. This includes consuming foods high in fat, sugar, and salt. Many processed foods ...click here to read more

Researchers found critical differences in body mass index (BMI) and cholesterol between men and women. They found that BMI increased, and cholesterol decreased less in women than men during a 15-year period. The researchers analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Sanne A.E. Peters and colleagues wrote, “[Cardiovascular disease] (CVD) has long ...click here to read more

A common acid reflux drug increases the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Proton pump inhibitors (PPI) are commonly prescribed medications, with 10 percent of patients on PPIs using them to treat heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux. Their usage in the US prompted researchers to investigate possible complications that could arise from PPI use. ...click here to read more

Age-related memory loss can be scary, but it isn’t something to worry about. Dementia-related memory loss, however, could be a sign of impending dementia. The difference between the two is that age-related memory loss does not interfere with your daily abilities, whereas dementia-related memory loss does. Dementia-related memory loss is persistent and leads to a ...click here to read more

It seems like everyone you talk to complains of being tired. Lack of sleep is becoming a severe epidemic, and it’s contributing to more health problems than just tiredness. In fact, sleep deprivation damages our DNA, impairing its ability to repair and heal. Many crucial processes occur while we sleep, including memory formation, hormone regulation, ...click here to read more

The latest research findings suggest that exercise can help improve motor and non-motor skills in Parkinson’s patients. Parkinson’s disease is a slowly progressing disorder which affects movement, muscle control, and balance. It has long been known that exercise can help improve motor symptoms in patients including tremors, disturbances, and postural instability. What has not been ...click here to read more

Do you put off exercising because you simply don’t have the time? Exercise is essential to support good health, especially when it comes to controlling blood pressure. Although it is recommended to exercise at least 30 minutes a day to improve your health, you may only need five minutes of exercise a day to start ...click here to read more