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Can You Do Anything to Prevent Cataracts?

Other than hitting the pause button on your life, is there anything you can do to prevent cataracts? Getting older presents a slew of challenges. One of them is sight. As you get older and your eyes have more exposure to potentially damaging elements, the risk for vision-related conditions like cataracts goes way up. It’s ...click here to read more

Gum Disease Could Be a Risk Factor Dementia: Study

According to a new study, gum disease could be an indicator of dementia. Published in the online edition of Neurology, the study looked at the association between irreversible gum disease that can cause tooth loss and mild cognitive impairment. Researchers looked at patient’s dental health over 20 years and found that those with the most ...click here to read more

New Study Identifies Alzheimer’s Risk Factors

Dementia is a scary condition. Alzheimer’s prevention strategies are not well understood, and as the leading type of dementia, it is an increasing cause for concern. According to the Alzheimer’s association, it already affects five million Americans over 65. That number is expected to triple by 2050. So, if Alzheimer’s isn’t a pressing concern now, ...click here to read more

Regular Meditation Helps Improve Cardiovascular Health: Study

Research shows that people who practice regular meditation have better cardiovascular health compared to those who don’t take time to meditate. In a data analysis by Veterans Affairs, researchers were able to show evidence for what many experts believe about meditation. Meditation may be of benefit for cardiovascular risk reduction. Previous research has suggested that ...click here to read more

Researchers Identify Life-Shortening Behaviors

Are there certain behaviors that can shorten your life? Of course there are. But what are they? Activity levels and diet are often discussed, but they aren’t the only things that can influence mortality risk. New research points to a major factor that contributes to the likelihood of an early death: stress. Although it isn’t ...click here to read more

5 Things to Do Now to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

Alzheimer’s is one of the most pressing health conditions of our time. As many as five million Americans are living with the condition, and the risk goes up with age. With an aging population, it stands as a significant strain on individuals, families, and the healthcare system. There is plenty of data, however, that suggests ...click here to read more

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Does Marijuana Use Boost Stroke Risk?

Marijuana has become far more mainstream in recent years. Although, the stuff has been used for centuries. Until recently, however, it was illegal in most places. That’s changed in a major way as regions around the world have adopted legalization. People are now using marijuana or CBD to treat and manage a host of conditions ...click here to read more

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