Category Archives: General Health

There are parts of the world where centenarians are common. Called blue zones, these areas are known for their high percentage of citizens who live far longer and better than the overwhelming majority of the population. Centenarians, those that live to at least 100, of course, are not exclusive to blue zones. Longevity in blue ...click here to read more

A lot of people have been talking about how their allergies have been getting way worse in recent years, and I’m one of them. As allergy season has kicked off in parts of North America, let’s take a look at why. First, it doesn’t just seem like they are getting worse; they are. But what ...click here to read more

Are you feeling stressed and don’t even know it? Your body can have all kinds of reactions to stress that move beyond feeling adrenaline or anxiety. Learning how stress affects the body can be a challenge because it can depend on how stressed you are and for how long. For example, research shows that low-to-moderate ...click here to read more

Your gut is probably more important and responsible for much more than you might think. In addition to breaking down food and absorbing vital nutrients, it is an important immune system component. A healthy, diverse microbiome may prevent pathogens from entering the body and assist in fighting infections. Your gut also plays an important role ...click here to read more

It’s a tale as old as time: bunny rabbits like carrots. But humans do too. And guess what, doc? They can offer plenty of nutrition to help your body function well. Carrots are a significant source of several crucial nutrients. Even better, there isn’t just one way to eat them. They are convenient and versatile; ...click here to read more

Spring is here, and there are signs of life beginning to bud and bloom. And if you’re one of the millions of people with seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, and a bunch of bothersome symptoms. Seasonal allergies, also called hay fever or allergic rhinitis, can make you miserable. No one wants to spend ...click here to read more

E. coli bacteria are always caught up in food poisoning stories, but a new study suggests they could make you sick in other ways. Brand new research has revealed that these same microbes may be responsible for causing millions of urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are a very common illness that affects more than half ...click here to read more

Cranberry juice has long been known for its health benefits. Still, science is now showing that drinking this tart liquid on a regular basis can also help reduce your chances of developing repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs). Whether you experience recurring UTIs or want to prevent them from becoming an issue, understanding how and why ...click here to read more

An enlarged prostate can be more than bothersome to countless aging men. It can keep them up at night, make running errands a risk, and make it feel like you’ve always got to go to the bathroom, even if your bladder seems to disagree. If you are a man over 50, you almost surely know ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever experienced pain, burning, or other discomforts while urinating, you’ve had dysuria. It’s a condition that’s more common in women than men, and when men get it, they tend to be older rather than younger. But why? There can be many causes of dysuria. Pain, burning, or other discomforts can result from infections ...click here to read more

Everybody’s taken a fall or two over the course of their lives. Unfortunately, the older you get, the more severe the consequences can be. Nearly one-third of older people fall every year, most of which occur inside their homes. These falls can result in serious injuries or even death or be the beginning of chronic ...click here to read more

Are you feeling tired these days? If you are, please don’t chalk it up to aging or some other reason, especially if your doctor says you’re good to go. There is no shortage of things that can zap your energy occasionally. But you have the power to fight back, and you don’t need energy drinks ...click here to read more

It’s widely known that a diet high in salt leads to high blood pressure and other negative health effects, but a new study recently published in the European Heart Journal Open suggests an excessive salt diet may also lead to clogged arteries (atherosclerosis). This makes it even more important for adults to watch their sodium ...click here to read more

It’s completely natural for everybody to go through periods of anxiety from time to time. Sometimes it can even have its benefits, like when it’s helping you stay alert while driving through a snowstorm. But its effects are so frequent and strong for tens of millions in America that it is considered a mental health ...click here to read more