Category Archives: Health News

Living in a first world country like America has gotten us used to the many luxuries not available elsewhere. One of these luxuries is the availability of food in huge quantities. While there are many healthy food sources, the abundance of “fast food” establishments have made it quite easy to eat on a budget. Unfortunately, ...click here to read more

The hand you use may be indicative of your level of intelligence if a new study into the matter is to be believed. For centuries, the use of the right hand has dominated the use of the left hand. Many handheld items prioritize righties over lefties. This has slowly changed but is still somewhat prevalent. ...click here to read more

Our senses keep us in touch with reality. They are our gateway to the outside world and are essential to our experience of reality. Take one of our senses away or even just diminish its quality, and suddenly, the world is not the same anymore. Over 35 million adults in the U.S. suffer from meaningful ...click here to read more

If there is one organ in our body that can be dubbed a troublemaker, it’s the colon. The final part of the digestive tract, the colon is responsible for essential functions such as fluid reabsorption as well as waste processing and elimination. The organ is populated by myriad bacteria that promote healthy digestive functioning. Despite ...click here to read more

Another week has gone by, which means it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. Many great topics were discussed this week. We have compiled a list of our best articles of the week in one place to get you started. Here, you’ll find information on why you may be having poor circulation in your ...click here to read more

Sleep is an integral part of your health. Without it, all the systems and functions in the body go awry. Think about it—when you go one night without proper sleep, how do you feel? Aside from being tired, you probably feel foggy in the brain and your attention span decreases drastically. These are just the ...click here to read more

It has been another informative week in the world of health news. With the weather getting warmer, chances are you’ll be spending more time outdoors. So, we’ve provided you with an article on the best exercises for knee arthritis to keep you active. To keep you on your feet and feeling healthy, we’ve also included ...click here to read more

Those who have never owned a car know the inconvenience that waiting a traffic can be. It makes burns up unnecessary gas, wastes our time, and according to a new study, produce excessive noise and air pollution that might increase our risk for heart disease. Noise vs. air pollution We are all aware that air ...click here to read more

As we get older, bone health becomes a serious concern. This is because, over time, our bones become weaker, which increases our risk of fracture and disability. It’s even more detrimental for seniors because disability and other injuries can negatively affect a person’s quality of life. The problem is that bone weakness and damage can ...click here to read more

Cancer is a broad term referring to many diseases that are characterized by the development of abnormal cells dividing uncontrollably. These cells can invade and destroy normal tissue, leading to cancer spread and the development of typical cancer-related symptoms. A lot of research is devoted to finding an effective remedy for this affliction. New findings ...click here to read more

Nursing homes are often a necessity, as they provide around the clock care to those who need it. Deciding to put a family member into such a facility is a hard decision, but one that is usually the most logical. The whole premise of a nursing home is to ensure the longevity of the elderly. ...click here to read more

Worrying about cholesterol is one of those telltale signs that you’re not young anymore. You spent your entire youth and young adulthood without a single thought about what your blood cholesterol is like and how the food you eat can affect it. And now you have to start looking at labels, counting calories, and checking ...click here to read more

Another week has gone by, which means it’s time for your weekly health news round-up. It has been quite an informative week, so we’ve compiled a bunch of our articles in case you missed them. We feel that everyone should know how to prevent poor circulation, as it may lead to poor health outcomes in ...click here to read more

Those who grew up with a sibling of the opposite sex may tell you that their parents treated them differently. Girls are usually treated more delicately while boys are treated rougher. According to a new psychological study, father’s brains respond differently when interacting with daughters versus sons. Fathers more affectionate toward daughters A study from ...click here to read more