Category Archives: Health News

At some point, everybody has stayed awake, knowing they should be in bed. Maybe you had to catch one more episode, were at a concert, or just needed some alone time. But do it too often, and that urge to stay awake can adversely affect your health. We live in a highly wired world that ...click here to read more

New research suggests that being overweight and having other health conditions linked to obesity, such as elevated blood pressure, can increase your risk of developing macular degeneration. Understanding how being overweight or obese contributes to this condition and what you can do about it is an important step toward protecting your eyesight now and in ...click here to read more

Many parts of the country are getting some snow, and while the general population may be fretting and planning to stay in, skiers and snowboarders are looking to hit the slopes. Although it’s enticing, you don’t really want to jump right off the chair lift and onto the slopes. Like any physical activity, skiing and ...click here to read more

Poor diet is a major factor in many serious health issues, with fast food often cited as one of the leading causes of liver disease. So, while fast food is convenient, inexpensive, and tastes good – is it worth the risks? Recent research has indicated a link between regular fast food meals and the development ...click here to read more

As people get older, their muscle mass shrinks and strength and power go down. This can result in reduced mobility and a higher risk of injury. The process also starts earlier than you might think. But you can slow it down with strength training. Age-related muscle mass is medically known as sarcopenia, comparable to osteopenia ...click here to read more

If you’re feeling low, irritable, or have difficulty focusing, you’re not the only one. Mental health issues can affect people of all ages. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways we can improve our mental well-being and cultivate positive emotions. One new study suggests a helpful approach may be gardening! With its ability to help with ...click here to read more

A new study is offering a potential solution to the symptoms of COPD: using an air purifier. The new work found that when people with COPD regularly used an air purifier in their homes, both their lungs and hearts responded better than without one. COPD, short for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, can be a double ...click here to read more

Up until recently, the relationship between tooth loss and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has been largely overlooked by medical researchers. However, an emerging body of evidence suggests that these two conditions may be closely linked. Recent new publications from a European research project have highlighted a correlation between IBD and severe oral health issues such ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that people with healthy lifestyle habits could be at a significantly lower risk for developing inflammatory bowel disease. The work, published in the journal Gut, indicates that maintaining a healthy lifestyle could prevent up to 60 percent of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. That’s big news, especially if you’re concerned about ...click here to read more

Global singing sensation Celine Dion recently announced she was cancelling and postponing tour dates to deal with a rare condition called stiff-person syndrome. If you’ve never heard of it, you are certainly not alone. Stiff-person syndrome is a rare condition and the cause is a mystery. Experts think that the condition is an autoimmune disorder: ...click here to read more

“Bundle up, or you’ll get sick!” How many times have you heard that one? I’ve been hearing it since I was a kid, and for a couple of decades, I’d say “not true” when I did. Well, I may have been wrong. It doesn’t take a brilliant mind to recognize that viral infections like colds, ...click here to read more

Over the holidays, many of us indulge in alcohol, have a disruption in our sleep schedule, and any ideas of weight loss go out the window. So, wouldn’t it be great to start the new year feeling refreshed, energized, and a few pounds lighter? Thanks to Dry January, you can enjoy these goals. Dry January ...click here to read more

Do you want to get up, feel ready to go, and have that feeling last all day? If the answer is “yes,” keep reading. If not, grab a donut and your favorite spot on the sofa. A new study has identified three keys to staying energized and alert throughout the day and seems to all-start ...click here to read more

Did you know that drinking multiple cups of coffee a day could increase the risk of heart attack in people with hypertension? Drinking large amounts of coffee has been linked to many health benefits, ranging from improved cognitive function to a lower risk of certain diseases. But according to a new study published in the ...click here to read more