Category Archives: Health News

It’s still summer, which means it’s quite hot. Many areas are experiencing heat waves that can make doing just about anything very uncomfortable, sleeping included. Even if you have an air conditioner, you still may find that your bedroom is hot and uncomfortable. As a solution, you may have invested in a fan to stay ...click here to read more

Obesity is a serious health condition that can result in any number of diseases and medical issues if left untreated. A recent study has added one more health concern to this list: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The study found that obesity, higher overall body fat, and waist circumference were indicators of an increased risk of rheumatoid ...click here to read more

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a condition that leads to irregular heartbeats, but understanding atrial fibrillation triggers can help you better manage the condition. If there are abnormal electrical signals in the atria, different areas of the heart can beat too quickly, too slowly, or in an uneven rhythm. Some people experience a heartbeat that is ...click here to read more

The key to healthy blood circulation is healthy veins and arteries. When your arteries are relaxed, then blood can flow into them easily. But if they’re stiff and narrow, then it’s harder for blood to flow, which can lead to complications and a potential cardiovascular event. Nitric oxide is naturally produced in the body and ...click here to read more

Living with painful, swollen joints can be debilitating and negatively affect your quality of life. You probably already take over-the-counter or even prescription medications to relieve joint pain, but maybe these aren’t as effective as you hoped they’d be. If you’re looking for greater joint pain relief, then you’ll want to get your hands on ...click here to read more

Gout is a form of arthritis that most commonly affects the joints in the knuckles in the hands and feet. The inflammation is caused by an autoimmune response to the build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints. It is the most common form of arthritis in adults, affecting 3.9 percent of American adults. The ...click here to read more

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a very serious condition that can affect all areas of the body including the heart, brain, eyes, and kidneys. The problem is that high blood pressure often goes symptomless until a more serious condition arises. That’s why it’s important to not only check your blood pressure regularly, but also adhere ...click here to read more

Medications are taken as a means to treat ailments, but as we age, it can become increasingly difficult for medications to work as intended. Medication is absorbed into the body and distributed, metabolized, then removed from the body through urine. Aging can affect how medications are absorbed, metabolized, and released. Here are some common factors ...click here to read more

Glaucoma is a disease in the eye that is characterized by increased pressure inside the eye, which can damage the optic nerve and lead to blindness. Elevated eye pressure can occur from the natural aging process, as the ducts that allow fluid to drain from the eye become blocked. Glaucoma affects approximately 70 million people ...click here to read more

Whatever your body doesn’t use up from the foods you consume becomes waste and is released as stool. Generally, your body is quite effective at removing waste, but in some instances, you can become blocked up if waste is not properly removed. Stress, poor eating habits, or an unbalanced gut microbiome can all contribute to ...click here to read more

Neck spasms are best described as unexpected contractions of the muscles in the neck. A neck spasm can be very painful and may be due to a variety of different nerve or cervical related issues. They’re not a serious health issue; however, they can be a sign of an underlying disorder or health problem. In ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever wanted insight into your heart disease risk, you can now figure it out using a simple online test developed by scientists. The calculator assesses for socio-demographic factors such as ethnicity, sense of belonging, education, health status, and lifestyle behaviors. This is what makes this calculator far more effective at assessing heart disease ...click here to read more

Let’s make one thing clear, alcohol is not good for your body or your liver and is recommended to be consumed in moderation. In fact, there is a growing problem around younger Americans, for which alcohol is responsible for a growing number of liver disease cases. A person’s risk of liver disease rises after 10 ...click here to read more

After you urinate, do you ever check the toilet? If not, you could be putting your health at risk, as you’re overlooking a very serious symptom. The number one sign of bladder or kidney cancer is blood in the urine, yet only 16 percent of people (men more than women) take the time to peak ...click here to read more