Category Archives: Health News

When it comes to how it affects health, there is almost nothing more controversial than alcohol. Some studies show that moderate occasional consumption can have cardiovascular, emotional, and mental benefits. Others flatly refute this, saying alcohol makes depression worse, impacts mental health, is bad for the heart, and causes cancer. For example, a couple of ...click here to read more

Recently, two studies presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2019 showed a connection between sensory impairment and dementia risk. Both studies assessed the association between hearing and sight loss and cognitive decline. In 2017, a report was released that identified mid-life hearing loss as a significant risk factor for dementia. This report sparked the ...click here to read more

If you’re talking health or nutrition, it’s nearly a guarantee that at some point, antioxidants are going to pop up. They sound super cool, healthy, and generally what distinguishes a “superfood” from regular food. But really, do you know what an antioxidant is? Antioxidant is an umbrella term to encompass compounds that protect cells from ...click here to read more

You’ve likely heard that exercise, calcium, vitamin D, and movement can help maintain strong, dense bones. But new research is saying your social life may play a significant role in bone health too. The long-term study followed more than 11,000 post-menopausal women in the United States and found that low levels of social activity, negative ...click here to read more

For those who have a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, research now shows that there may be a higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. A study performed at Lund University in Sweden has found a link between osteoarthritis and mortality that outlines the importance of cardiovascular disease prevention. It was shown that the risk of dying ...click here to read more

Sometimes getting around isn’t that easy. An injury, joint pain, or trouble with balance can all limit the motivation to get up and live your life. When your mobility is limited, you can’t move around your home or neighborhood, and it becomes increasingly challenging to stay engaged with the people and things that make life ...click here to read more

Many people know high intensity interval training (HIIT) is a great way to stay fit and strong, but new research suggests that it may also help prevent cognitive decline such as dementia. The study out of the University of Queensland found that high intensity interval exercise may be more effective than continuous exercise for increasing ...click here to read more

When lower back pain hits, the impact is real. Limited mobility, debilitating pain, and an inability to enjoy yourself can put severe limitations on your life. But what’s even more frustrating is that the majority of chronic back pain cases don’t have a diagnosable cause and traditional treatments rarely work. What does seem to work, ...click here to read more

An allergic reaction can send anyone into a frenzy. But can allergens also raise your blood pressure? The answer is somewhat complicated, but in short, is “yes and no.” Allergies do not have a direct effect on blood pressure. A fit of sneezing or another reaction may lead to a temporary increase in blood pressure ...click here to read more

As those who suffer from cluster headaches know, sleep quality may be greatly reduced when an attack strikes. According to a new study published in Headache, sleep quality may be affected due to the occurrence of nocturnal headache attacks. Cluster headaches are a primary headache disorder that often affects those aged 20 to 40 years ...click here to read more

Dairy, gluten, and a high fiber diet usually get the blame for uncomfortable or painful bloating. But a recent study is showing there might be another more likely culprit: sodium. Sodium, or salt, is loaded into ultra-processed foods to add both flavor and shelf-life. And although it’s unlikely you taste it, it’s most certainly there: ...click here to read more

So far, I’ve yet to discover an area of health that hasn’t been revolutionized by cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD. Has there ever been anything more hyped than this stuff? Not as far as I can remember. Is there any truth to it? Maybe. But in all honesty, so far, it’s too early to ...click here to read more

On overactive bladder can have significant implications on your social life, while also hampering your ability to sleep. Whether you’re finding yourself rushing to the bathroom frequently, experiencing unbearable urges to urinate, or are unable to get a good night’s sleep, there’s no question that an overactive bladder can take its toll in multiple ways. ...click here to read more

There has been a lot of news surrounding the health benefits of probiotics in recent years. A new study, however, is showing how one strain may lead to significant reductions in the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). A research team looked at how an intestinal bacterium called Akkermansia muciniphila could affect heart health, and they ...click here to read more