Category Archives: Health News

Artificial sweeteners are often touted as a healthy way for people to enjoy their favorite sweet treats. But a growing body of research suggests that things aren’t always what they seem. It’s true these non-nutritive sweeteners have zero calories and can offer the sweet satisfaction of a soda without diabetes or heart disease-inducing sugar. But ...click here to read more

Do you think you’d consume less sugar if sugary drinks like soda and energy drinks were taxed at an additional rate? A new study suggests you likely would not. New research looking at the city of Philadelphia’s tax on sugar-sweetened drinks found that all it really did was turn people to eating more sugary foods ...click here to read more

Nearly three-quarters of adults in America are considered overweight or obese. It’s not just a geographically large nation – the people are large, too. According to the Body Mass Index scale, the 2017-2018 National Health and Nutrition Examination found that 73 percent of American adults are classified as overweight or obese. Body Mass Index, or ...click here to read more

Dementia is a scary thought for anyone, but it’s especially concerning for those living with diabetes. A recent study has shown that seven lifestyle factors might help to lower the risk of dementia for people with diabetes. If you’re looking to keep your mind sharp as you age, read on for more information about these ...click here to read more

Americans don’t get enough fiber. Some estimates suggest that, on average, Americans eat about half of what they should be. That can contribute to all types of problems. Fiber can help with digestion, gut health, immunity, metabolism, hunger, and blood sugar. Further, the foods that feature it often contribute to benefits like heart health, weight ...click here to read more

According to new research, older adults who contracted COVID-19 are at a much higher risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study found that those over 60 who were infected with the virus are at a substantially higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s in the following year than those who did not contract the virus. This is ...click here to read more

An asthma attack is a scary experience — lungs and airways tighten up, making it feel nearly impossible to get the air you need to breathe. Many will reach for their steroid inhaler when symptoms flare, but it fails to help for some. New research has attempted to learn why the most popular treatment for ...click here to read more

Did you know that eating only during the day can help to improve your mental health? It sounds a bit strange, but there is some scientific evidence to back it up. Researchers have found that daytime eating may help regulate blood sugar levels and boost mood. So, if you’re looking for an easy way to ...click here to read more

Look, if you’re not getting exercise, you’re missing out on a ton of health benefits. There is an endless supply of research supporting that both aerobic and anaerobic exercise can lead to a healthier heart, metabolism, strong bones, muscles, and enhanced immunity. And that’s just some of the benefits. But most forms of exercise also ...click here to read more

It’s been known for a while that high blood pressure (hypertension) is linked to a greater risk of heart disease and stroke, but new research suggests it may also be connected to significant bone aging. The study, presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2022 conference, found that people with hypertension were more ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that men with low testosterone (low-T) levels may be more likely to have more severe illness when they are infected with COVID-19. Authors of the study also said that treating men who have low-T with testosterone therapy may reduce the risk for serious COVID illness. Researchers analyzed cases of more than ...click here to read more

Did you know that warm weather can affect your sleep? As we all know, the weather has been warmer than usual lately, and the fall weather doesn’t seem to be coming any time soon. For some of us, this means enjoying the sunshine and warm weather. For others, it means dealing with uncomfortable heat, humidity, ...click here to read more

If you’re having difficulty managing your blood sugar, it could mean that trouble hearing is on the horizon. Research suggests that diabetes may be closely related to hearing loss, but there is yet to be a definitive explanation. The American Diabetes Association estimates that about 37 million people have diabetes, and 34.5 of them also ...click here to read more

A rather robust study released a few years ago found that the ideal time to take blood pressure medication was in the evening, before bed. Now another large study is contradicting those findings, suggesting that when it comes to taking blood pressure drugs, timing doesn’t matter. So what gives? One theory on why blood pressure ...click here to read more