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With winter in full swing, experts are reminding people that shoveling snow could end in a heart attack if not careful. The most at risk are middle-aged people who ignore their pre-existing risks for heart attack. The cold weather and the physical work of shoveling can cause the arteries to spasm and constrict, so it ...click here to read more

It’s doubtful that your vein health is top of mind, and you likely don’t even notice them unless you think there is a problem, like a spider vein or varicose vein. But vein health can be impacted by more serious health conditions, too. Obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and even genetics can play a role in ...click here to read more

New research shows that women with a higher cardiovascular risk in mid-life have a stronger association with a decline in memory skills compared to men. Despite a higher prevalence of cardiovascular conditions in men, the new study suggests that women have a greater risk of cognitive decline. The research published in the American Academy of ...click here to read more

A new study has found that patients developing illnesses such as mental health and heart conditions have a higher rate of GP-inputted medical history of periodontal gum disease. This research helps build evidence of a relationship between a healthy mouth and the reduced risk of health complications. For the study, researchers analyzed the records of ...click here to read more

Exercise can play a great role in preventing the development of fatty liver disease. A new study from the German Center for diabetes research (DZD) has shown which molecular adaptations of the liver mitochondria are observed during exercise. Some mice were fed a high-energy diet for this study, while others received regular treadmill training. After ...click here to read more

If you are a postmenopausal woman feeling sudden urges to run to the bathroom, you may be experiencing overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome. A new study has found that postmenopausal women aged 45 to 54 years are at a higher risk for overactive bladder syndrome. Women who have had multiple births or are obese are also ...click here to read more

Let’s be honest: margarine is extremely unappealing. It’s a human-made spread that used to be loaded with hydrogenated oils, more commonly known as trans fats. But the times have changed. Since the U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned these oils in 2018, margarine has become considerably “healthier.” Prior to the ban, margarine was heavy in ...click here to read more

New research has found that a healthy diet is associated with a healthy brain during middle age. This information suggests that food choices in midlife may help reduce the risk of dementia and other degenerative brain disorders as people age. The study conducted by Deacon University’s Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition studied eating habits ...click here to read more

Managing blood sugar around mealtimes can be very difficult for people with diabetes. Blood sugar can stay high following a meal or snack, sometimes for hours. It can lead to difficulty thinking or focusing, leave you feeling fatigued, or experiencing an unquenchable thirst. It could also cause a person to faint. Over time, extremely high ...click here to read more

New research is showing that Viagra, the popular erectile dysfunction drug, may have the potential to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by about 70 percent. That’s pretty impressive. The Cleveland Clinic-led study used health insurance claim data from more than 7.2 million people where records showed that claimants who took the medication were much less ...click here to read more

New research has found a relationship between poor sleep quality and blood sugar control following meals. The study published in Diabetologia has found that later bedtime routines and poor sleep quality is associated with higher blood glucose levels and poorer control of blood sugar following meals. Sleep, diet, and exercise are fundamental components of a ...click here to read more

According to a new study, diabetics who have poorly managed their blood sugar levels over the long term are nearly 50% more likely to wind up in intensive care if they contract COVID-19. The study looked at several potential impacts to COVID-19 severity in diabetes patients and also found the common diabetes control medications could ...click here to read more

The value of your diet is made up of the sum of its parts. Focusing on sprinkling in a few nutrient-dense foods into an otherwise unhealthy eating pattern is unlikely to offer any benefit. It’s really about the overall quality. New data is suggesting the same for sleep: that improving overall sleep health could offer ...click here to read more

People stick to their doctor’s appointments. They may do it with disdain, but most will routinely hit the dentist, as well. Massages? Check. But when’s the last time you had your eyes checked? I thought so. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, everyone should have a complete eye exam by the time they are ...click here to read more