Category Archives: General Health

Urolithiasis (urinary tract stones) have been related to an increased risk of stroke in a new study from Kaohsiung Medical University. It has been shown in previous research that urinary tract stones are often connected with cardiovascular diseases, but there is only limited research on the connection between the stones and stroke. The researchers used ...click here to read more

People fighting weight issues often consume low-calorie sweeteners think it’s a healthier option. However, a new study suggests that these individuals could be promoting metabolic syndrome and diabetes. The study, conducted by researchers at George Washington University, discovered a close link between consumption of artificial sweeteners and metabolic syndrome, which occurs when someone experiences insulin ...click here to read more

Proteinuria (abnormal proteins in the urine) is a common side effect of stroke, but there is little known about the connection between proteinuria and patients who also suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure) following a stroke. Previous studies have hypothesized a 50–92 percent increased risk of stroke with the presence of proteinuria in hypertension patients. ...click here to read more

Fluid in the gallbladder that hardens is known as gallstones. Your gallbladder is responsible for holding bile, which is slowly released into the small intestine to aid in digestion. It is located on the right side of your abdomen just below your liver. Although anyone can develop gallstones, there seems to be a link between ...click here to read more

When it comes to wine and health, the debate is endless. Some studies suggest a few glasses of wine a week are completely healthy and can be part of a healthy living program. On the other hand, other studies have quite the opposite to say. With so many conflicting stories, it’s hard to know for ...click here to read more

If you’re a female, you probably have experience a urinary tract infection (UTI) or maybe even more than one. Unfortunately, the way that the female urinary system is designed makes women more susceptible to develop a UTI than men. A UTI occurs when bacteria enter the urinary tract system. Normally, antibiotics are prescribed, which clears ...click here to read more

You may not realize this, but the secret to a better sex life actually lies in your bed. Sure, the most common place to have sex is in a bed, but research suggests you need to do another habit in bed first to boost your libido. Sleep is an integral part of overall good health, ...click here to read more

World Health Day is celebrated on the foundation day of the World Health Organization (WHO), and this year is the 70th anniversary. WHO’s guiding vision “Health for all” has been followed for seven decades now. Over half the world’s population are devoid of essential health services. Due to health care costs, around 100 million people ...click here to read more

Blood circulation is like gasoline in a car. If a car is low on gas, the car cannot operate fully. If blood circulation is poor in the body, then it cannot function properly. Blood circulation can be boosted naturally. Living an active lifestyle, not smoking, controlling underlying medical conditions, and above all, eating foods that ...click here to read more

In healthy individuals, the bright red of oxygenated blood circulating underneath your skin creates a pink tint around the fingertips. When blood is lost, the skin appears pale, but purple discoloration in the fingers indicate a lack of oxygen in the blood. There are different medical conditions that may cause purple or blue fingers including ...click here to read more

Poor circulation in the legs usually also means that there is decreased blood flow to other parts of the body. It’s often a sign of an underlying health issue. Our circulatory system has an important function. It supplies the entire body with oxygenated blood while delivering nutrients, hormones, and medications to various tissues. If you ...click here to read more

Poor circulation is often the result of living a sedentary lifestyle. A very easy and natural way to get your circulation going once again is to boost your activity level. If you work at an occupation where you are sitting for a prolonged period, that too can make your circulation sluggish. By simply upping your ...click here to read more

If you think sex is something that only the younger generations do, then you’re denying yourself some serious health benefits. Sex is so much more than an expression of love. In fact, it can benefit your health in several different ways. Health Benefits Sex Provides Reduces stress: Stress is a known underlying cause of several ...click here to read more

When you age, maintaining and building muscle becomes more difficult, but not impossible. Many older adults don’t realize the importance of maintaining muscle, and no, it’s not to look buff and strong. It actually keeps you safe and healthy. This is because strong muscles help support our skeleton to prevent breaks and fractures. They also ...click here to read more