Category Archives: Health News

Joint pain in the wrist might be one of the most debilitating forms of pain in the wrist. Lifting a cast iron pan and flipping what’s cooking inside shouldn’t have to hurt. The pain doesn’t stop there. Carrying groceries, shaking hands (in the world before COVID), and other regular daily tasks are impeded by the ...click here to read more

If your car is in bad shape, you generally don’t want to put the pedal to the metal. It’s a good thing your body isn’t a car. The body-to-car comparisons generally work. But not when it comes to blood pressure. Sometimes running your body hard can have significant long-term effects on overall health. If you’re ...click here to read more

Nobody wants to look at their poop. You probably don’t even want to read about poop. But your poop has the potential to tell you a lot about your gut and colon health. The shape, color, and consistency of feces are influenced by a number of factors. Diet, microbial populations, and even illness can show ...click here to read more

There’s no doubt you’re trying your hardest to rescue your heart from a dangerous future. But it’s hard. Heart-healthy meals aren’t exactly filling. Leafy greens and fruits may taste delicious and leave you feeling good, but they also leave you feeling something else: hungry. These items, even with their high-fiber content, aren’t exactly filling. But ...click here to read more

A new study is the first of its kind to identify insomnia as a new risk factor for type 2 diabetes. The study published in Diabetologia has also found many other risks and protective factors for type 2 diabetes. Overall, a total of 34 risk factors were identified—19 to increase risk and 15 to decrease ...click here to read more

Look, if it seems like you’re battling a urinary tract infection (UTI) every six months, know this: it’s not your fault. Some women are just more prone than others. It doesn’t mean that you’re doing something wrong or lacking hygiene. You have not brought this on yourself. Recurring UTIs are common and can take a ...click here to read more

It’s a reality that testosterone drops with time. You may even feel it. If you’re a little tired, unmotivated, and lacking that vigor you used to ooze, you may be wondering what the heck you can do to restore your mojo. It’s easy to sit here and feel sorry for yourself. It’s a painful experience. ...click here to read more

High blood pressure may become a problem among adults with type 2 diabetes who consume eight or more alcoholic drinks per week. According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, heavy alcohol consumption may be linked to a risk of hypertension in those with type 2 diabetes. Study author ...click here to read more

Physical activity early in life is significant for strong bones later in life. This new information was found after examining data collected from the “Children of the ’90s'” study. For the study, researchers analyzed data from 2,569 participants. Healthy individuals had physical activity measured up to four times using accelerometers worn as part of clinical ...click here to read more

No one is blaming you for separating brain health from body health. It is straightforward to do. But on the other hand, it’s interesting to hear people voice concerns about high blood pressure and heart health without talking about memory and brain function. The two couldn’t be more closely related. Your brain needs a steady ...click here to read more

This may come as a huge surprise: sometimes napping can be unhealthy. I know it seems blasphemous to suggest that not all sleep is good sleep. But new research is showing a close link between regular naps, heart disease, and early death. How can this be? It likely isn’t the nap itself that is harmful. ...click here to read more

Previous research has shown that there is a relationship between sleep and Alzheimer’s disease. However, neuroscientists have now found a way to estimate a time frame for when Alzheimer’s is most likely to strike in a person’s lifetime, based on their baseline sleep patterns. This new research from the University of California, Berkeley, has found ...click here to read more

Your muscles support you in virtually everything you do. So, why aren’t you supporting them? Muscle building is often viewed as a specialty hobby—something practiced by athletes or those who want to grow really big or lift heavy weights. But that perception couldn’t be more wrong. Building strength and muscle is crucial to good health, ...click here to read more

Anticholinergic drugs have been found to be associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline, according to a new study published in Neurology. This class of drugs is commonly prescribed for many conditions, including allergies, colds, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, high blood pressure, Parkinson’s disease, and depression. Researchers found a risk of cognitive decline, particularly ...click here to read more