As we get older, many of us begin to forget things. Memory loss associated with aging is nothing to be concerned about, however, dementia is cause for concern. Dementia is a loss of brain function that is caused by a number of diseases. Dementia negatively affects an individual’s memory, thinking, language, judgement and behaviour. Alzheimer’s ...click here to read more
Do you know the signs that could mean that you’re having a heart attack? Heart attack, also known as myocardial infarction, is the leading cause of death for individuals over 40 years of age. The good news…there are excellent treatment options for heart attacks. These treatments work best if they are given right after symptoms ...click here to read more
For millions of people, sunscreen doesn’t even come into play with skin care, but it should. Studies show that we need to be protecting our skin in the winter months just the way we do during the hot, humid days of summer. Snow can reflect up to 80 per-cent of ultraviolet rays so those who ...click here to read more
As lives get longer, so does the list of things to worry about. And anti aging is a topic that applies to everyone. Research shows that an individual is likely to live 34 years longer than their great grandparents. And with continued medical advancements, it’s possible that number could continue to increase. As exciting as ...click here to read more
Joint pain and joint stiffness is all too common, and one of the top reasons people visit their healthcare practitioners. Gaining weight, sports injuries, slips and falls as well as simply getting older can all lead to joint pain, joint stiffness and in many cases, arthritis. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that ...click here to read more
The risk of osteoporosis is not something that should be taken lightly. There are many reasons why your bones become brittle and fragile, and it’s important that people have the proper level of awareness. Existing health issues can have an impact on your bones, leaving them at a higher risk for weakness and even fractures. ...click here to read more
Alzheimer’s disease, or AD, is a chronic and debilitating disorder that starts with occasional forgetfulness and eventually progresses into confusion, irritability, severe memory loss, intellectual disturbances, dramatic personality changes and ultimately an inability to function on one’s own. In addition, it reduces one’s lifespan considerably. Even more tragic is the fact that 10% of the ...click here to read more
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer amongst North American females. It is thought to be caused by a multitude of factors, many of which are in your control. In fact only 5% to 10% of all breast cancer cases are considered hereditary, which means that lifestyle choices are likely to have a ...click here to read more
Recent research suggests many doctors show a lack of comfort with the results of breast cancer surgery. A study published online by the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that nearly a quarter of women who’ve undergone lumpectomies for breast cancer (to have cancerous tissue removed) have had the procedure repeated. A lumpectomy is ...click here to read more
One of the world’s deadliest killers couldn’t appear any sweeter, and each year it will contribute in the deaths of 35 million people. And if nothing is done, it appears that number could continue to grow. Last September for the first time in history, sugar was identified as one of the world’s most dangerous killers. ...click here to read more
Unfortunately, as people age their bodies tend to become more susceptible to pain. The little aches and pains that were quick to dissipate earlier in life now hang around a little longer. And as trends change, acupuncture and physiotherapy could provide some relief . The American Chronic Pain Association outlines that when it comes to ...click here to read more
For years people have used calorie reduction as a primary tool to lose weight, but for a lot of people this method doesn’t seem to work. Those who study the science of nutrition say we should all understand the mystery behind counting calories to lose weight. If you’ve been counting calories but not noticing any ...click here to read more
In 2010, over 900 million cases of diet coke were sold in the United States alone. This of course does not include all the other diet soda brands and all the other countries the pop is shipped to around the globe. However, what it adds up to is a lot of diet soda consumption. If ...click here to read more
Massage and massage therapy is practiced in almost every culture in the world, and for good reason…people say it makes them feel better. A recent study now supports these feelings. According to a study published in Science Translation Medicine, massage helps the growth of mitochondria in skeletal muscle and can reduce inflammation. Mitochondria are part ...click here to read more
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