Category Archives: Health News

Spring is here, and there are signs of life beginning to bud and bloom. And if you’re one of the millions of people with seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, and a bunch of bothersome symptoms. Seasonal allergies, also called hay fever or allergic rhinitis, can make you miserable. No one wants to spend ...click here to read more

E. coli bacteria are always caught up in food poisoning stories, but a new study suggests they could make you sick in other ways. Brand new research has revealed that these same microbes may be responsible for causing millions of urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are a very common illness that affects more than half ...click here to read more

If you’re one of the many individuals with type 2 diabetes who has been unable to achieve your blood glucose goals, new research suggests that effective weight loss could be key in reducing not only your risk factors for diabetes but also its symptoms. Managing weight is critical when it comes to controlling your symptoms ...click here to read more

Your veins play an integral role in your body. Small tubes run throughout the body to carry deoxygenated blood back to your heart to be re-oxygenated and pumped back out to keep your tissue and organs healthy. It’s reported that the human body has over 60,000 miles worth of blood vessels, which is there total ...click here to read more

Cranberry juice has long been known for its health benefits. Still, science is now showing that drinking this tart liquid on a regular basis can also help reduce your chances of developing repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs). Whether you experience recurring UTIs or want to prevent them from becoming an issue, understanding how and why ...click here to read more

For some older adults, thinning bones could be an early warning sign of a thinning mind. A new study, featuring more than 3,600 adults, found that those with relatively low bone density were at higher risk of being diagnosed with dementia within the next decade. One-third of the participants with the lowest bone mass in ...click here to read more

Do you have type 2 diabetes and want to drink healthier beverages? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Staying hydrated is key to keeping your type 2 diabetes in check; however, not all drinks are equally beneficial. Today, we’ll explore the healthiest beverage options for people with type 2 diabetes that can help ...click here to read more

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, improve your overall wellness, and lower your blood pressure without investing in expensive treatments or medication, evening exercise may be just the thing. Exercise has long been known as an excellent method of improving physical health. Still, many don’t realize that there are also great mental ...click here to read more

Next time you reach for your daily apple, pick up a handful of nuts as well. It could do your heart some good. Scandinavian researchers recently reviewed 60 studies and found a strong association between nut consumption and heart disease and the risk of heart attacks. They found that as little as a handful of ...click here to read more

Studies have found that people with hearing loss are at an increased risk for developing dementia later in life, but there is good news. Wearing and using a hearing aid may help reduce this risk. Today, we’ll explore the connection between hearing impairments and dementia to better understand how properly using a hearing aid can ...click here to read more

Stomach ulcers can really hurt, sometimes for hours and hours. But even if it’s just an intense pain that lasts for a few minutes, it can impact your quality of life in a big way. Is there anything you can do? Stomach ulcers happen when digestive acids damage your stomach lining. These ulcers are painful ...click here to read more

Dog and cat owners love their pets. Some even curl up and night and fall asleep alongside them. But doing so could increase the risk for a host of chronic illnesses. It’s not that your dogs and cats will spread disease to you. Instead, they could make it much more difficult to get a good ...click here to read more

If you have type 2 diabetes and regularly consume sugary drinks, you could be at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease or even death. This dire warning comes from a new study led by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and highlights the need for greater awareness about the dangers of ...click here to read more

An enlarged prostate can be more than bothersome to countless aging men. It can keep them up at night, make running errands a risk, and make it feel like you’ve always got to go to the bathroom, even if your bladder seems to disagree. If you are a man over 50, you almost surely know ...click here to read more