Category Archives: Health News

You know all about what you need to eat stay healthy: fruit, vegetables, etc. But is that all you need to know? Is it essential to know where that food came from? Much of the produce available on store shelves has been covered in pesticides. Farmers use them to help maintain the health of their ...click here to read more

New research has found that approximately one in four adults worldwide has a liver disorder that could put them at a higher risk for heart disease. The condition, called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), occurs when elevated amounts of fat are deposited in the liver, resulting in inflammation and scarring. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is ...click here to read more

It’s a good thing you have bones. Without them, your body wouldn’t have access to valuable calcium stores to keep it functional. You’d also collapse. Bones are very easy to take for granted. They’ve always been there, holding you up and doing more things than you could likely imagine. But believe it or not, strong, ...click here to read more

If your weight has gone up during the past couple of years and cholesterol and blood pressure have followed suit, it can seem like a lot to tackle. But the first step to reversing those trends is closer than you might think. It is literally right there in front of you, so step toward it. ...click here to read more

Grip strength is more important than you give it credit for. But it can prevent falls, contribute to independence, and potentially play a role in brain health. Being able to solidly grip handrails, shopping bags, and more can all contribute to a higher quality of life and make you safer and more independent. But grip ...click here to read more

Many of the conditions affecting your gut have no cure. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two examples, so treatment largely depends on symptom management. That doesn’t mean that you’re totally out in the cold. However, certain lifestyle behaviors may help reduce symptoms and help you cope with your condition. Ulcerative colitis is the result ...click here to read more

The benefits of exercise are widely known. However, many middle-aged or older adults don’t meet the physical activity recommendations. With the need for more adults to transition to a healthier lifestyle, new research has found a potential for high resistance inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST). IMST involves inhaling through a handheld device called a manual ...click here to read more

You may be aware that most fruits are high pretty high in sugar. That’s why apples, pears, strawberries, bananas, and watermelon are refreshing and sweet. So if blood sugar is a concern, it may make sense to avoid them or eat them sparingly. But avoiding these naturally sweet foods will do more harm than good, ...click here to read more

If you’ve got that fear of missing out and choose to make every day a little longer, you could be lengthening the distance around your waist too. New data is showing that people who decide to stay up late to watch some extra TV, scroll social media, or chat with friends are likely going to ...click here to read more

New research shows that women who suffer from obesity and enter menopause later in life may be at an increased risk of heart failure. Previous studies have suggested that women who enter menopause before 45 are also at a higher risk for heart failure. This new study published in the Journal of the American Heart ...click here to read more

The “sixth wave” is here, causing some communities to ramp up booster shots. But should you get one? People who’ve received at least one booster typically fared far better against the recent omicron surge than those who were either unvaccinated or had only received the initial cycle of two vaccine doses. Just how much better? ...click here to read more

Dementia is one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people worldwide. It is a significant concern among the aging population as cases increase in nearly every country. Due to the increasing nature of this disease, researchers are consistently finding new ways to help reduce the risk. One such review of evidence ...click here to read more

If you’ve had a long day or you’re too wiped to cook, do you ever reach for a fresh salad? Probably not. Like most, you may head to the panty to grab a box of mac and cheese or perhaps the freezer for a tub of ice cream. No bowl. That stuff may help take ...click here to read more

Being dehydrated can have all kinds of symptoms that extend well beyond being thirsty. It’s why many health professionals recommend sipping water consistently throughout the day to help ensure your body always has an adequate supply of water. Dehydration happens when you’re using more water than you’re taking in. That might not sound like a ...click here to read more