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This week has been jam packed with interesting news topics and informative articles that we want to make sure you are all caught up with your weekly health news update. Feeling sad affects all of us with some being affected more than others, our article on essential oils for depression could be just the thing ...click here to read more

For those at risk, a stroke can occur at any moment. It occurs when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked, restricting oxygen-rich blood from reaching brain cells. Strokes are the third leading cause of death in the United States, with more than 140,000 people dying from the event every year. If death does ...click here to read more

Many women experience hot flashes during menopause, but research suggests that this may also be a sign of heart problems. The researchers tracked the health of 272 non-smoking women between the ages of 40 and 60. The researchers found that for women aged 40 to 53, frequent hot flashes were associated with poor blood vessel ...click here to read more

Every year on July 28, the world comes together to raise awareness of an infectious disease that affects so many. It’s world hepatitis day. It is a time was patient organizations, governments, medical professionals, and the general public to educate others about this viral disease. Viral hepatitis is one of the leading causes of death ...click here to read more

Our gastrointestinal gut system is one of the body’s most important systems, as it is involved in breaking down our food to produce energy. When gut health becomes compromised or affected by a disease, it can lead to serious health consequences. Approximately 70 million people in the United States suffer from some sort of digestive ...click here to read more

If you’re over the age of 50, then bone health is a real concern for you. This is because as we age our bones can become weaker, especially if you are a woman—a drop in estrogen can increase your risk of osteoporosis. It’s estimated that one in two women over the age of 50 will ...click here to read more

What do kale, spinach, pomegranates, quinoa, and goji berries have in common? At one point or another they were deemed a “superfood,” meaning they are highly nutritious with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that all work to improve and support good health. Well, another food item comes to mind as a superfood, and you may or ...click here to read more

Muscle fatigue is something that we can all experience and while it may be a minor nuisance in many cases, there are situations where a person has difficulty recovering from muscle exhaustion, thus requiring medical attention. Knowing the causes, signs, and symptoms of muscle fatigue can be helpful in determining treatment methods and whether you ...click here to read more