Category Archives: Health News

A new study has found that consuming avocados may help reduce the risk of heart disease. More people are jumping on the avocado craze, and with this new information, it is for a good reason! Researchers followed approximately 110,000 men and women for over 30 years for the study. They found evidence to suggest that ...click here to read more

At this point, the ingredients for a heart- and brain-healthy diet are well-established: fruit and vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, fish, and dairy. Data shows that people sticking to this core are less likely to get sick and more likely to live longer, healthier lives. So, why doesn’t everyone eat this way? Making lifestyle changes ...click here to read more

The incidence of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is rising globally, and new research is finding potential risk factors for this condition. A recent study published in the BMJ Open found that warmer than usual summer nights may lead to increased cardiovascular deaths in men in their early 60s. Previous research has only focused on the potential ...click here to read more

Life can be full of unexpected events, and when things don’t go according to plan, it can be rather stressful. Let’s say, for example, a global pandemic hits. Or you lose your job. Or a partner dies. Or you learn you’ve got a scary illness. Or…you get the picture. It can be hard to cope ...click here to read more

Coffee’s back at it again. New research is adding to the substantial list of data showing that a couple of cups of joe every day can pack a slew of health benefits. The new work shows coffee can do a lot more than help wake you up and get you focused. It suggests that two ...click here to read more

The symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, can hit hard and heavy and lead to all kinds of problems. Aside from the pain and discomfort, IBS can make people fearful of leaving the house and doing things they enjoy. While the exact cause of IBS is unknown, there is research linking it to some ...click here to read more

What’s a good erection all about? For many, it comes down to blood flow. When enough blood can get into a penis, erections can stay hard and long-lasting. So, if you’re worried about erectile dysfunction, it’s best not to look at it as an isolated occurrence. Instead, think about what it may tell you about ...click here to read more

Diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate in the United States. It is a chronic health condition that can affect anyone at any age, so it is vital to understand how to reduce the risk and reduce the symptoms. New research has found that the time of day when people with diabetes eat certain foods ...click here to read more

When you get older, things change. One of the changes you may notice is that your ability to focus and remember isn’t as strong as it used to be. A slight drop in thinking and memory is normal with advanced age, as processing speeds slow down a bit. A lower level of focus can make ...click here to read more

Keeping your colon healthy might not be top of mind, but it’s definitely something you don’t want to ignore. Gut health can play a significant role in how your body functions, from how you feel to how your immune system works. Much of the bacteria that help determine these outcomes resides in the colon. So, ...click here to read more

New research has found that male athletes may have poor bone health and low testosterone levels. RED-S (relative energy deficiency in sport) was previously characterized as a female disease. But this new research shows that men are also at risk of developing the syndrome. The prevalence of RED-S is not yet known in men, so ...click here to read more

Hiking, trail walks, or just spending time close to nature are common summer activities that can seem relatively low-risk. But thanks to ticks, those outings are becoming increasingly risky. Ticks have become known, in recent years, for transmitting Lyme disease, which is a bacterial infection that can sometimes be successfully treated with antibiotics. But now ...click here to read more

Sleep apnea has built quite the list of negative health effects. The latest may be that it accelerates the aging process. Thankfully, the same study found that using a CPAP machine for at least four hours per night for a year could potentially slow or reverse those effects. Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition where ...click here to read more

A study is showing that a little red wine may go a long way in helping to prevent type-2 diabetes and control blood sugar. But the timing may play a crucial role. The new study suggests that a little red wine with meals may lower the risk of blood sugar disease. And when they say ...click here to read more