Category Archives: Health News

We all have those days where it seems like getting up-and-at-it is an insurmountable challenge. But if it’s a routine feeling, then something’s got to change. Sluggishness in the morning can translate to less energy throughout the day and an inability to ever really get going and feel your best. Feeling more energized is something ...click here to read more

Coffee seems simple enough, doesn’t it? Millions of people routinely drink it, and it’s a staple in many cultures around the globe. People love it, yet many are confused about how they should think of it; is it a health food, superfood, guilty pleasure, or health risk? Right out of the gate, I can tell ...click here to read more

About two years ago, I started wearing glasses full time. At the outset, it was a bit of an adjustment. I’ll admit that I hate wearing them, and back when they were first prescribed, I’d be looking for any excuse to take them off my face. One day, my wife’s sister told me that my ...click here to read more

Young adults who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may have a stroke by the time they are middle-aged, according to a new study. A team of researchers working with U.S. veterans has made this connection between risk of early stroke and PTSD. Severe emotional distress takes a toll on the body and ...click here to read more

The holiday season has touched down in North America. Canadians just celebrated Thanksgiving—and still might be picking at leftovers—and Americans will follow in a few short weeks. The many will do it all again for Christmas. As countless families are sharing the same meal, even more people will be carving out a corner to take ...click here to read more

Patients who experience heart failure now may be told to exercise by their health care provider to reduce artery stiffness. This new way of looking at exercise comes after research shows yet another way how moving more could help with recovery and prevent artery stiffness. Generally, health care providers advise patients to get exercise to ...click here to read more

At some point, you’ve likely sat across from a skin-care specialist and been delivered the product list required for ageless skin. At the moment, it all sounds so great. But when you get home with hundreds of dollars worth of potions and creams that will take 45-minutes to apply each day, reality hits. You don’t ...click here to read more

Research has found yet another reason to follow a healthy diet, as it lowers the risk of kidney disease. This connection was found in people with diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy, as they may be less likely to develop chronic kidney disease. Those who don’t get enough of these foods ...click here to read more

Cardiometabolic disease (CMD) is one of the biggest killers in the United States. It’s a blanket term that covers type-2 diabetes, heart attack, and stroke. A study suggests that 10 foods and nutrients may play a massive role in risk. The study, published in JAMA, found that a small collection of foods and nutrients can ...click here to read more

Women who experience early menopause may be more likely to have heart problems before they reach the age of sixty, according to a new study. This new research could help to identify women who are most at risk of cardiovascular disease. The study conducted at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia used data from ...click here to read more

As you’ve gotten older, you may be a little more likely to stay in your lane. You have a good idea of what you like, what you’re good at, and probably most importantly, what you know. But new things, in some cases, can bring on significant benefits. If you don’t have any hobbies, finding one ...click here to read more

For the first time, researchers may have found the reason why heart medication causes muscle pain. This study from McMaster University in Canada believes they have found a mechanism explaining why some people who take drugs to lower their cholesterol develop sore, aching muscles. Joint pain, backaches, and other musculoskeletal complaints are some of the ...click here to read more

Inflammation is a bit of a buzzword these days. Sometimes it can be a little scary; it’s associated with some of the most common and severe chronic illnesses, yet is also just a fact of life. It can get a little bit confusing to say the least. Most simply, inflammation is your body’s natural immune ...click here to read more

Here’s one for the ages: your Thanksgiving food coma might be good for your brain. We’ve all been there, am I right? The second round of turkey, stuffing, and green beans leave you on the ropes before a generous slice of pumpkin pie delivers the knockout punch. Before you know it, you’re down on the ...click here to read more