Category Archives: Health News

Intensive yoga practice in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients may help lower disease symptoms and depression. Researchers found that improvements were seen in certain patients’ inflammatory biomarkers along with an assessment of functional status and disease activity. The researchers suggest that yoga has promotive, preventative, curative, and rehabilitative potential in improving health. Lead investigator of the ...click here to read more

Is there any condition that the Mediterranean diet can’t make better? Numerous studies have suggested that this style of eating can protect your heart and brain. Now, you can add bones to that list. The latest research findings suggest that seniors who adhere to the Mediterranean-like diet can experience slower bone loss. Osteoporosis is a ...click here to read more

If you’re favorite activity is running you my be deterred to complete it if you suffer from bladder leaks. Bladder leaks are embarrassing and uncomfortable and the constant bouncing caused by running can make them worse. You may have to put off running as a result of your leaks, but you shouldn’t let your bladder ...click here to read more

Absentmindedness may be an early sign of a silent stroke. It refers to losing a train of thought or becoming sidetracked. Researchers now suggest that these traits may be an early symptom of cerebral small vessel disease, otherwise known as a ‘silent stroke.” Researchers found that individuals with damage to white matter in the brain ...click here to read more

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels need to be regularly monitored. These spikes and dips in blood pressure can lead to health complications. Common symptoms of type 2 diabetes include weight fluctuations, frequent urination, blurred vision, fatigue, an increase in hunger, and an increase in thirst, to name a few. But ...click here to read more

Although everyone seems to be talking about bone broth, it isn’t new or revolutionary. It’s just finally gaining traction for all of its amazing health benefits. Bone broth can easily be made at home by simply boiling animal bones – such as chicken – and connective tissue. Information has come to light that highlights the ...click here to read more

Jaw exercises and warm compresses are beneficial for temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). Common treatments for TMJ involve oral splints and braces, but many patients find more significant relief from jaw exercises and warm compresses along with these treatments being less painful and awkward. The recent study looked at self-care treatments for TMJ and facial pain. ...click here to read more

When it comes to heart health, saturated fat is often ill-advised. This is because saturated fat contributes to artery plaque build-up and cholesterol, which leads to clogged arteries and ups the risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. But not all saturated fat is equal. Saturated fat in our diet typically comes from consuming ...click here to read more

If your goal is to shed a few pounds, or mainly burn fat, then steer clear of the cardio workouts as they won’t do you much good. Although cardio exercises like running do work to improve cardiovascular health, they have a limit on how successful they are when it comes to burning fat. The key ...click here to read more

Exercise-induced muscle changes may reduce depression in the elderly. The latest research findings uncovered that exercise released specific proteins which help to regulate gene expression and the processing of tryptophan. Tryptophan is a mood-enhancing hormone that is closely related to serotonin. It is commonly found in depressed individuals who have low levels of serotonin. Tryptophan ...click here to read more

There is a tendon that stretches from your heel to your calf known as the Achilles tendon. It allows the foot to flex, which enables standing, running, walking, and virtually all movements. Although the Achilles tendon plays a significant role in our movements, it may also indicate our heart attack risk. Researchers have found that ...click here to read more

Mindfulness meditation may help reduce chronic pain, according to research findings. A recent study found that mindfulness meditation may help lessen the severity and impact that chronic pain has on everyday life, along with improving the distress that chronic pain brings. The researchers suggest that the use of mindfulness meditation is a good alternative for ...click here to read more

With Alzheimer’s disease cases growing, there is a strong need for further treatment of this memory-stealing disease. Researchers everywhere are working hard to not only better understand Alzheimer’s disease, but to find better modes of treatment for it, and they may be closer than ever. Researchers from the University of Buffalo may have found a ...click here to read more

Stop and take a moment to think about your sleeping position. Do you sleep on your side, possibly in the fetal position? Do you lay on your stomach with your head cranked to one side? Or are you continually changing positions throughout the night? Well, the position in which you sleep can play a significant ...click here to read more