Category Archives: Health News

It can be rather simple to downplay the complexity of sleep. Most people, even if they don’t sleep well, take it for granted. When they get tired, they go to bed. Of course, most people know it’s not that easy. Data suggests that most people report having some occasional sleep trouble; it may include falling ...click here to read more

According to a new study presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY 2021 annual meeting, patients who experience low blood pressure during surgery are at risk for postoperative delirium. Postoperative delirium is a change in mental function that can cause confusion after surgery. It’s the most common surgical complication for older adults and it can be caused by ...click here to read more

There have been a few catchphrases that have arisen during the pandemic, one of them being “pandemic posture.” It refers to the posture derived from slouching at a desk or in your favorite sofa/chair. 2020 and 2021, for many, have been marked by sitting. Sitting on the sofa in front of the TV or at ...click here to read more

For those who suffer from anxiety, everyday tasks can be challenging. But a new study has found that in people with pre-existing mental health conditions, including outdoor nature-based activities could help to improve mental health. Researchers from the University of York were able to show through their study that taking part in outdoor nature-based activities ...click here to read more

Most people don’t need another excuse not to exercise: no time, too hot, too cold, or even pain and practicality can hold people back. Purchasing a home exercise machine can help solve the problem and make exercise much easier. Hopping on an exercise bike for 15 minutes, for example, can help you squeeze in a ...click here to read more

It has long been known that specific breathing techniques can help with various health conditions, including pain management. But a new study from the researchers at the University of Michigan set out to compare two types of meditative breathing to find their effect on pain. Researchers looked at two meditative breathing types, the first was ...click here to read more

An enlarged prostate, or signs of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), can set in overtime. It might start with a stronger urge to urinate or having to get up to go to the bathroom overnight. But it can get worse, and that can be cause for concern. Most men have some degree of BPH. Half do ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that a changing menstrual cycle approaching menopause could indicate future heart health. The research, published in the journal Menopause, found that lengthening menstrual cycles prior to menopause may play a role in the risk for heart disease. Results suggested that if a woman’s cycle got longer two years before menopause, they ...click here to read more

About a decade ago, maybe a little more, omega-3 rich fish oil became the supplement. Everyone was talking about it, and it seemed like everyone was taking it too. And what wasn’t to love? It’s a concentrated source of a highly beneficial nutrients that was touted to make your skin better, improve brain function, and ...click here to read more

If you haven’t heard of it, broken heart syndrome is real. And a new study suggests that cases are on the rise, particularly in middle-aged women. Although cases were up across the board, researchers found that women make up over 88 percent of cases and that women between 50 and 75 experienced broken heart syndrome ...click here to read more

Research has long shown that type 2 diabetes is associated with a higher risk of developing dementia. However, research has been limited or contradictory on the risk of cognitive impairment, a preclinical term for the very early phase of dementia. To help fill this gap, researchers at Karolinska Institute followed over 2,500 individuals over the ...click here to read more

Everyone has those nights where they just can’t fall asleep. Sometimes getting to sleep isn’t the problem, but staying asleep is. I can’t tell what’s more frustrating: lying in bed wanting to fall asleep but being held back by your racing mind, or suddenly waking up during a restful sleep full of anxiety. When worries ...click here to read more

If you’re eating rosy reds, dark greens, bright yellows, radiant oranges, and deep purples, you’re in a better position to preserve your memory than if your food is golden brown. At least those are the findings from a recent Harvard study. The work found that eating the rainbow (think fruits and vegetables rich in powerful ...click here to read more

Accelerated brain aging could be avoided by keeping blood pressure within optimal levels. A new study from The Australian National University (ANU) has found that optimal blood pressure helps the brain stay at least six months younger than the actual age. The researchers are now calling for national health guidelines to be updated to reflect ...click here to read more