Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

Egg allergy symptoms can affect digestion and raise the risk of allergic reactions. Although not as common as dairy or gluten allergies, egg allergies still rank as a common allergy among young children. An egg allergy occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies proteins found in eggs as harmful, thus creating an immune response. Histamines ...click here to read more

Sinusitis vertigo and dizziness are complications of a sinus infection. Caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungus, sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses.  The sinuses are four hollow cavities in the human skull and are important parts of the immune system as they provide defense against infection. The sinuses are lined with mucous, which expels ...click here to read more

Researchers from the Brigham and Women’s Hospital have revealed more details about the link between rheumatoid arthritis and an increased risk of death. The investigators used research from the Nurses’ Health Study, which followed over 100,000 registered nurses since 1976, and found that rheumatoid arthritis is associated with an increased risk of death, in particular ...click here to read more

Research suggests couples who fairly split housework enjoy a better sex life. The findings, from the University of Alberta, suggest that when the man helps out with the housework, a couple is able to enjoy more satisfying sex. The research did not reveal how much housework a man would have to complete in order to ...click here to read more

Anemia, a condition caused by iron deficiency, has been linked to chronic kidney disease. When the body does not produce enough red blood cells it can lead to anemia. Red blood cells are the cells that carry oxygen around the body. When there is a shortage of red blood cells it means fewer cells can ...click here to read more

Recent research suggests that a diet rich in soy protein and isoflavones can protect menopausal women from developing osteoporosis. The findings were presented at the Society of Endocrinology conference. Osteoporosis commonly affects aging women and leads to fragile and brittle bones. In the years immediately after menopause women experience the greatest bone loss because they ...click here to read more

Presented at the Society for Endocrinology annual conference, researchers reported that taking a daily vitamin D supplement may help improve exercise performance and lower risk of heart disease. In addition to controlling calcium and phosphate in the blood Vitamin D plays a big role in the formation of healthy bones and teeth. Vitamin D can ...click here to read more

A condition known as “water on the knee” – spontaneous knee effusion – could be a primary sign of early Lyme disease. Early detection and diagnosis is crucial for Lyme disease as it can prevent complications and speed up recovery. Lyme disease is transmitted through deer-tick bites and is commonly reported in the Northwest or ...click here to read more