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A new study published online in the American Thoracic Society’s American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine has found that adults in middle age who suffer from lung disease may be at an increased risk of developing dementia later in life. According to the researchers, this goes for both restrictive and obstructive lung diseases, ...click here to read more

Predicting the effects of consuming a particular diet over many years is very difficult to do. First, you have to have a scientific basis for why you want to test a certain diet in humans. Then you have to find willing participants to agree to follow this diet for many years. After all of that, ...click here to read more

The average person consumes about 20 times more salt than the body needs, putting themselves at risk of health complications. However, there are a lot of foods that are low sodium – you can try a low sodium diet to maintain good health. Table salt is the main source of sodium. Our bodies only need ...click here to read more

The latest research findings have unveiled that loneliness is linked with a higher risk of dementia. The study looked at data collected from over 12,000 participants spanning over a 10-year time period. Those who experienced loneliness experienced a 40 percent higher risk of dementia. The risk still remained across genders, ethnicity, or education levels. This ...click here to read more

A lack of sleep is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world, yet a lot of individuals don’t stop to think about the effects of sleep deprivation. When someone has less sleep than they need in order to feel awake and alert, they are considered sleep deprived. We vary in terms ...click here to read more

New research findings suggest that regular meditation may slow down progression of glaucoma. In the study, patients with primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) showed significant improvements in both eye and overall health with regular meditation compared to the control group who did not meditate. Study lead investigator Tanuj Dada explained, “We know that chronic stress can ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is known as the silent killer because it doesn’t present many symptoms, yet it can take such a huge negative toll on your health. Often, when blood pressure is discussed, consequences of the heart are brought up, but did you know that living with hypertension can also negatively impact the brain too? ...click here to read more

Research suggests that gluten sensitivity impacts about six to seven percent of the population and that many people don’t recognize gluten allergy symptoms. If you or someone you know is wondering about signs of gluten intolerance, read on. Gluten is a protein that is found in wheat, barley, and rye. When someone is gluten intolerant, ...click here to read more

Ever felt a pain in your toe? Maybe this pain even prevented you from moving it? This cramping may have been temporary, but it was probably a nuisance. There are many different reasons for toe cramps, and uncovering the reason can help you prevent future toe cramping and reduce the pain and cramping. Here are ...click here to read more

Glaucoma is the most common cause of permanent blindness around the world. It is estimated to affect 70 million people globally. Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) is one type of the condition that is characterized by an open, normal appearing anterior chamber angle but an increased intraocular pressure (IOP). There is currently no cure for ...click here to read more

Being over the age of 60 can bring with it many different health changes. One health problem deals with the brain. The risk of memory loss increases as we get older, but new research suggests that seniors are underestimating their memory loss. The latest findings suggest that among surveyed seniors, only 28 percent felt that ...click here to read more

We all know that having more HDL cholesterol than LDL cholesterol is ideal for good heart health, but if you’re a woman, having more good cholesterol can also help protect your brain. Developing dementia can negatively impact a person’s life. As memory declines, so can many abilities and functions. Being forgetful can put a person’s ...click here to read more

If you’re struggling to fall asleep, you may reach for a snack to help. Whichever food or beverage you choose, make sure it isn’t an avocado. Avocados are trendy right now from dips and toast. But avocados should be avoided before bed if you want a good night’s rest. Nutritionists suggest that regularly consuming an ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is a contributing cause of about 1,000 deaths a day – and one in every three American adults has the condition. About seven in 10 don’t realize it, putting them at risk for heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and kidney disease. About seven in 10 adults with high blood pressure use medication to ...click here to read more