Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

Probiotics are a common remedy for stomach troubles but it turns out, probiotics can work wonders on your blood pressure, too, according to new research. Treatment could be as simple as daily doses of foods you may already have on hand. Australian researchers at Griffith University’s Health Institute and School of Medicine have found that eating ...click here to read more

Iron is essential for red blood cells, but too much iron has been found to contribute to cell damage. A new study found that administered iron can lead to cell damage within 10 minutes. The findings suggest that doctors must pay close attention when prescribing iron treatments – either through tablets or injections – as ...click here to read more

When it comes to your heart health and reducing your risk of getting cardiovascular disease (CVD), it may be as easy as what you eat. In fact, new research suggests by incorporating whole grains into your diet, you’re highly benefiting your heart. According to research by the Harvard School of Public Health – published in ...click here to read more

Severe hypoglycemia is tied to cardiac arrhythmia and mortality in diabetes patients. Research conducted in Tokyo, Japan looked at patients with diabetes and severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and found that hypertension, QT prolongation and hypokalemia were fairly common, which may help explain why hypoglycemia may contribute to irregular heart rates and mortality. Senior author ...click here to read more

The norovirus infection is still affecting food outlets, so here is your norovirus 2016 outbreak update. It all began with Chipotle food chains back in 2015, but has persisted to affect other food establishments in 2016. The Chipotle norovirus outbreak began with improperly stored chicken and sick employees attending work. Nearly 120 persons became sick ...click here to read more

A new study has found that consuming beetroot juice daily can help improve blood pressure and endurance among seniors with heart failure with a preserved ejection fraction (HFPEF). Characteristics of HFPEF are shortness of breath and fatigue during normal levels of exertion – also known as exercise intolerance. This occurs due to a reduction in ...click here to read more

Experiencing the flu during pregnancy can increase the risk of bipolar disorder in the child. A study funded by the National Institutes of Health found that pregnant women who had the flu had a four times higher risk of having children with bipolar disorder, compared to women who did not contract the flu during pregnancy. ...click here to read more

In dysphagia patients and the elderly who have difficulties swallowing, eating has now been made easier through 3D-printed food. The EU-funded PERFORMANCE project has found a new way for seniors who have difficulty swallowing and patients with dysphagia to easily swallow food that has been 3D-printed. Dysphagia or difficulties swallowing may occur due to stroke ...click here to read more