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Suffering from constant diarrhea can be very problematic, as it is not only inconveniencing, but could possibly lead to a decrease in quality of life and even be life threatening in certain situations. This is exactly the case in those who suffer from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which encompasses two similar yet distinct conditions: Ulcerative ...click here to read more

Leaky gut syndrome is a risk factor for celiac disease and other autoimmune diseases. Leaky gut syndrome is not a fully-recognized condition across medical boards, but there is a theory that ingesting too many antibiotics or painkillers damage the mucosal barrier that lines the intestines. The purpose of the barrier is to allow nutrients in ...click here to read more

Cholesterol is an essential substance needed by the body to help build healthy cells, but too much of it can cause fatty deposits to appear in your blood vessels, leading to an increase in your risk of heart disease. Having cholesterol-laden vessels reduces the flow of oxygen-rich blood to vital organs such as your brain ...click here to read more

It’s the weekend, and we have another weekly health news roundup for you. If you experience arthritis pain or renal colic, we have detailed articles to get you up to speed on what you need to know. Heart disease is an issue we believe everyone should be more informed about, so we’ve included material on ...click here to read more

Ear burning sensations can be perceived as the ear feeling very hot as if it were near a heat source. This sensation is often a sign from your body telling you that something is wrong and you should pay attention to the pain in your ear. The sensation of burning in, on, or around the ...click here to read more

Our eyes are one of the most important organs in the body, as they give us the ability of sight. However, there are many medical conditions that can compromise our vision, with some resulting in a decreased ability to focus or the loss of vision itself. Most disorders that affect the eye will likely affect ...click here to read more

A new study published in The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery has found that the quality of life of patients who undergo a total hip replacement improves for at least five years after. Using the Short Form-6D measure of the patient-perceived quality of life (QOL), researchers found that improvements peaked at the one-year mark, ...click here to read more

It may be March, but we aren’t out of the woods yet when it comes to cold weather. While many may wish for winter to pass by so they can ditch the parkas, there’s an even more important reason to get out of the cold. Your eyes. Harsh winds and cold air can damage your ...click here to read more

New research was recently published in the journal Optometry and Vision Science examining the role that psychological stress plays in relation to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Age-related macular degeneration is a form of progressive vision loss that is the most prevalent cause of vision loss among older Americans. It is classified as an inflammatory disease, ...click here to read more

Emotions are often affected by visual memories and images, and a recent study conducted by Dr. Svetla Velikova of Smartbrain in Norway has found that with imagery training, we may be able to harness these effects and boost our moods. The connection between visual memory, images, and emotional state is especially evident in those suffering ...click here to read more

Older adults with a high level of activity may be less likely to experience chronic pain, according to new research conducted by Dr. Kelly M. Naugle and her colleagues at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. Tests looking at how pain is processed by the central nervous system in physically active older adults showed that their pain ...click here to read more

A new study published in Degenerative Neurological and Neuromuscular Disease has found an improvement in the quality of life and a reduction of fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients who follow a paleo diet. The paleo diet focuses on lean meats and fish, as well as seasonal produce and local fruits and vegetables. It eliminates refined ...click here to read more

Managing fatigue and depression in heart failure patients lowers hospitalization rates and increases life expectancy. The researchers reviewed data from 9,869 patients with a diagnosis of heart failure during a three-year period. Detailed records covering all variables, such as test results, medications, other conditions, etc., were available for 582 patients, enabling further analysis of depression ...click here to read more

Mild cognitive impairment in older adults may improve with computer-based brain training before dementia diagnosis. The researchers reviewed over 20 years of research and found that brain training could improve cognitive function, memory, learning, and attention, along with psychosocial functioning (mood and self-perceived quality of life). On the other hand, when data from 12 brain ...click here to read more