Category Archives: Health News

Dementia is on the minds of Americans, and it is causing a substantial amount of fear. A recent study suggested that nearly half of Americans in their 50s and 60s believed they are at least “somewhat likely” to develop the condition in the future. That’s a pretty scary outlook, especially when many aren’t considering what ...click here to read more

The thought of developing dementia can be scary. This is why many middle-aged Americans spend millions each year on supplements that have been thought to reduce the risk factor of developing cognitive dysfunction. A new survey from the University of Michigan’s 2018 National Poll on Healthy Aging (NPHA) shows that roughly half of middle-aged American’s ...click here to read more

One health concern you may have never planned on was bladder control. It seems that in many, age brings along nearly uncontrollable urges to run to the bathroom and incontinence. It makes even a short walk around the block a significant challenge. And let’s be real, you have a lot more to do than walk ...click here to read more

In some parts of the country, the cold weather has hit hard, while in others, it’s a waiting game. And for those of you in hotter climates, please enjoy it! Cold temperatures can bring on a host of dangers, including slips, falls, and a host of other accidents. But one, in particular, may be even ...click here to read more

A new study published in the medical journal JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery has shown a connection between slight hearing loss and mental health in seniors. It was shown that hearing loss that is less severe than the usual cut-off for diagnosing hearing loss has measurable mental effects. Researchers found that when they used a stricter threshold to ...click here to read more

Sometimes a stupid mistake can lead to some unwanted pain—or worse. For example, I was in a rush the other day and went out in the cold before fully drying from a shower. A little bit of water must have been in my ear, and for the next day and a half, I was feeling ...click here to read more

According to new research, men who participate in at least 30 minutes of walking a day after a heart attack live longer than those who are less physically active. This new study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions also found that an even more significant survival advantage is found in men who had ...click here to read more

The theory of energy balance is under some serious scrutiny, and it could change the paradigm of how to treat the obesity epidemic. Managing weight is pretty simple if you think about it: match energy input with output and things should stabilize. Take in less than you exert, weight should go down. More, and expect ...click here to read more

The way women with heart disease deal with mental stress may put them at an increased risk for heart attacks and other cardiovascular events. According to a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions, this risk of cardiovascular events does not appear to be the same in men. The study presented at the premier ...click here to read more

There’s a great chance you’ve taken anti-inflammatory medication at some point. Whether you needed some quick relief from a headache, allergic reaction, or joint pain, at one point or another, you’ve popped a pill or two. We all have. But if you’ve been taking a common doctor-prescribed anti-inflammatory, it might be messing with your metabolism ...click here to read more

New research shows that female veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have a higher risk of heart disease compared to female veterans without PTSD. These findings are part of preliminary research that was presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions in Philadelphia. The study outlines how females with PTSD have a higher risk of ...click here to read more

This week is off to a rough start. To tell you the truth, I’ve done something I haven’t done in at least 8-10 years: I watched my favorite sports team on its west coast road trip. The late nights are taking its toll. But it got me thinking about sleep and “sleep hygiene.” So, many ...click here to read more

Take a look at your hands, arms, and legs, and you can see them. They might be as clear as day. Yet while you pay attention to your skin, hair, and weight, you tend not to think about these. Heck, you probably think about your veins less than you do the things you can’t see—like ...click here to read more

Superfoods are healthy; there is no doubt about that. They get their name from the fact that they are extremely nutrient-dense and pack a significant antioxidant punch. But that doesn’t always mean they are “good” for you. For example, let’s take a look at acai berries, the superfood of the last four years or so. ...click here to read more