Category Archives: Health News

Mounting evidence shows that the risk of heart disease may be affected by access to green spaces for those who live in urban areas. Green spaces, including trees, shrubs, and grass, have been found to improve air quality, which may lower death associated with heart disease. This is the message presented recently at the American ...click here to read more

With the COVID-19 pandemic across the world, many people are experiencing more stress than ever. This stress can cause health problems such as headaches, trouble sleeping, muscle pain, upset stomach, and fatigue. According to Dr. Craig Sawchuk, a Mayo Clinic psychologist, everyone has a “stressometer.” This is a warning from your body that stress may ...click here to read more

When I see products advertising activated charcoal, I can’t help but say, “really? still?” Activated charcoal has enjoyed a real moment for the past couple of years. Now, with the holidays in full swing, it’s being peddled as a healthy reinforcement for liver detox. These companies know that alcohol and sugar consumption go up this ...click here to read more

Having a little bit of inflammation from time to time is a good thing. It’s your body’s natural response to injury or infection. But some conditions, like arthritis, activate your immune system regularly, leading to almost constant inflammation. It worsens joint pain and can lead to indiscriminate and intense flare-ups. The result is not only ...click here to read more

A new study reveals that women with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression have a significantly greater risk of early death than those without the conditions. Researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health ran the long-term study, which strengthened the understanding that mental and physical health are tightly interconnected. The need for a ...click here to read more

You need calcium for strong bones and a healthy heart. Too little, and you’re at higher risk for osteoporosis and other bone trouble. Too much, and you may be putting your heart at risk. How do you find a healthy balance? Your body uses calcium for several functions, drawing on reserves in your bones and ...click here to read more

Heart complications, including heart attacks, become more of a risk as we age. But why is this? A team of researchers from the University of South Florida Department of Surgery set out to find the answer to why we are more susceptible to heart disease as we get older. The discovery made by the team ...click here to read more

Winter is not good for your prostate. It seems strange to think that seasons may play a role in prostate health, but according to a 2010 study, they do. The work noted that cold and dry weather is closely correlated with incidences of poor prostate health. The researchers of the study, which was published in ...click here to read more

The holidays and healthy eating seem to be at odds with each other. But you can still enjoy the tastes of the season while improving vein and heart health. Holiday staples like cinnamon, walnuts, even red wine and chocolate, can work to relax veins, improve circulation, and ultimately make the season a little easier on ...click here to read more

If you’ve been having indigestion recently and can’t figure out why, you are certainly not alone. It’s a stressful time of year, and that pressure has interesting ways of manifesting itself. There’s a lot going on right now. The pandemic is impacting people in countless ways, little of which are good. Toss in the holidays ...click here to read more

Are the light rays from your screens digging out your eyes and jeopardizing your vision? According to some, “harmful” blue light rays can boost the likelihood of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cause retinal damage. This might resonate with you. If you notice dry or strained eyes after looking at your computer, tablet, smartphone, or ...click here to read more

New research shows that exposure to ozone, the main ingredient in smog, may increase cardiac arrest risk. A new study highlights the danger of air pollution and how even levels deemed safe by federal safety standards could lead to cardiovascular events. For the study, researchers analyzed records of air pollution concentrations between 2013 and 2018 ...click here to read more

I get that you don’t want to start a strength training routine. It’s hard work, intimidating, and a young person’s game. It’s also one of the most beneficial things you can do. Especially if you’re 50, 60, 70-plus, or older. Building strength helps keep your bones and muscles strong and healthy. It can improve mobility, ...click here to read more

Fat and immune health have an interesting relationship. Sometimes fat can work against immune strength—other times, it can bolster it. The first part of understanding how fat can influence health is distinguishing between body fat and dietary fat. High levels of body fat can cause inflammation and tax the immune system, making you more susceptible ...click here to read more