Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

Older adults who partake in strength training have been found to live longer, compared to those who don’t. The recommended guidelines for strength training is twice a week, and older adults in the study who met this criterion had a reduced mortality risk. Although the health benefits of aerobic exercises and regular exercise are well ...click here to read more

Shoulder blade pain can occur for numerous reasons, and we are going to look into those causes along with the symptoms, treatments, and exercises that can help improve shoulder blade pain. The shoulder blades – known as the scapula – are two triangle-shaped bones located at the top of your back. The scapula is connected ...click here to read more

Norovirus and rotavirus ‘stomach bug’ infection risk may be dependent on blood type. A person’s blood type is determined by the genes inherited from the parents (genotype) and how individuals display a certain trait (phenotype). The study found that individuals with type O blood were most susceptible to the norovirus. When persons with type B ...click here to read more

A new study has shown that retirement can help promote healthier lives in older adults. The findings that came from an Australian study reveal that when older adults retire, they tend to increase their physical activity. Lead researcher Dr. Melody Ding said, “Our study paints a positive picture of retirement. Retirees [in the study] were ...click here to read more

Duodenal ulcer is a type of peptic ulcer generally caused by an infection. In rarer cases, duodenal ulcer is caused by the overuse of anti-inflammatory medication. The duodenum is a part of the small intestine where food meets the enzymes for digestion. The digestive enzymes are made from cells lining the small intestine and from ...click here to read more

Vitiligo is associated with an increased risk of insulin resistance. Vitiligo is a disorder that results in discolored patches on the skin, hair, and mucus membrane. Roughly one to two percent of the population has vitiligo, and it is believed to be caused by genetic and environmental factors. Insulin resistance is not only a risk ...click here to read more

The risk of stomach cancer was found to be higher in those who consume high amounts of alcohol and processed meat. Excess weight is another contributing factor to stomach cancer. Furthermore, the risk of stomach cancer continues to rise as a person consumes more alcohol and processed meat, or puts on more weight. The findings ...click here to read more

Leg cramps are involuntary and sudden muscle contractions, which can occur any time of the day and can induce extreme calf muscle pain. The good news is, leg cramps and calf muscle pains are generally harmless, but can lead to temporary malfunction of the affected area. There are numerous reasons why one may experience a ...click here to read more