Category Archives: Health News

If you or a loved one has ever been diagnosed with a condition like Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, then you know just how impactful it can be on your life. While any type of disease such as this cannot be completely prevented or cured, recent research has shown that there may be ...click here to read more

You may have heard of the gut-brain axis and how the microbial makeup in your gut can influence thinking and energy. But have you ever heard of the gut-heart axis? There has been plenty of research in the past decade or so about how gut health may impact overall health. That data shows that a ...click here to read more

An upset stomach can hit for several reasons. Stress, too much food, or a slice of bad store-bought tiramisu can trigger stomach troubles. And that’s just scratching the surface. Most of the time, thankfully, the cause of an upset stomach and its symptoms, like pain, nausea, or diarrhea, are not serious and will pass relatively ...click here to read more

Many people don’t realize that sleep problems can be extremely serious, including causing a high risk of stroke. Recent research indicates that a person’s sleep patterns could have implications for their long-term health. Poor quality or quantity of sleep can wreak havoc on your physical health and mental well-being, and it’s now linked to an ...click here to read more

Have you ever been nervous heading in for your first day of work or before a party? If so, you’re certainly not alone. You’re also not alone if you’re one of the 15 million American adults who have social anxiety. While it may be normal to have the occasional butterfly in your stomach before certain ...click here to read more

It’s widely known that a diet high in salt leads to high blood pressure and other negative health effects, but a new study recently published in the European Heart Journal Open suggests an excessive salt diet may also lead to clogged arteries (atherosclerosis). This makes it even more important for adults to watch their sodium ...click here to read more

Everyone’s spent a night or two tossing, turning, and struggling to fall and stay asleep. But it can become a problem if it’s happening regularly. Poor sleep is associated with many conditions, including high blood pressure, heart disease, type-2 diabetes, and depression. Many turn to doctors for prescription drugs to help with their sleep woes, ...click here to read more

Suffering from anxiety can be an extremely debilitating experience, making it difficult to understand and cope with in everyday life. It’s important first to recognize the various types of anxiety disorders before moving forward with understanding how to manage your personal anxieties effectively. Today, we will be breaking down the most common types of anxiety ...click here to read more

According to a new study recently presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session, women who suffer from insomnia may have an increased risk of a heart attack. Insomnia is a growing problem among the aging population, and research suggests that it has much more of an impact than just sleepiness the following ...click here to read more

If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and regularly feel depressed and anxious, you are certainly not alone. A new study has shown that IBS symptoms are closely linked with mental health struggles that negatively impact patients’ quality of life. Specifically, the study looked at anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts in patients admitted to ...click here to read more

According to recent studies, eating a handful of blueberries daily may help with improved brain function and lowering blood pressure. Increasing numbers of scientific studies are indicating that incorporating blueberries into your diet could be an easy way to make positive changes for your long-term health. In today’s post, we will go through the potential ...click here to read more

The last thing you want is surgery to help you deal with hand pain. An extended recovery and the possibility that the pain will not subside do not always seem worth the risk. Hand pain is far more than an annoyance, however, which is why many consider surgery. The stiffness and swelling that accompany the ...click here to read more

Plenty of research from recent years shows a strong link between sleep duration, quality, and heart health. A new study shows that people who suffer from insomnia or get too much sleep are more likely to have a heart attack than those who get a good night’s sleep. The study showed that people with insomnia ...click here to read more

If you want to normalize blood sugar and reduce your risk for full-blown type-2 diabetes, could adopting a low-carb diet help? A new study suggests that it could, in certain cases. The work looked at what happened in people with prediabetes, a condition characterized by higher-than-normal blood sugar levels that put people at higher risk ...click here to read more