Category Archives: Health News

Is there more to brushing your teeth than fresh breath and a bright smile? A new study is saying “yes” in a big way. Researchers from the University of Bergen have found that oral hygiene may have a significant role in cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s risk. They noted that having gum disease—known as gingivitis—is closely ...click here to read more

If you or a family member has asthma, minimizing potential triggers in your home is an absolute must. Limiting flare-ups and asthma attacks can make your life easier, your home more comfortable, and allow you to enjoy a higher quality of life. Although you might not be able to eliminate every trigger all the time, ...click here to read more

A new study published in the European Heart Journal has found that patients who suffer from atrial fibrillation have an increased risk of dementia, even in people who have not suffered a stroke. This is the largest study to investigate the association in an elderly population. Atrial fibrillation is an irregular and often abnormally fast ...click here to read more

When reading about a healthy diet, nuts and legumes are always mentioned. But both food groups have such a variety, and some, like peanuts, are often mistaken for being one or another. Peanuts, for example, are not a nut, but a legume! In any event, both are packed with nutrients. Nuts, in particular, are nutritional ...click here to read more

According to a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, those who have suffered a heart attack or angina may show accelerated signs of cognitive decline. This was one of the most extensive longitudinal studies investigating the progression of cognitive decline before and after coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease ...click here to read more

If you’re falling asleep to the nightly news or the latest episode of Chicago, it could be wreaking havoc on your health. A new analysis is showing a host of dangers associated with nighttime television watching from the comfort of your bed. It’s not the programming or the set itself that causes any harm. The ...click here to read more

If you’ve been having a hard time tracking your finances and remembering to pay bills, it could be an early sign of a bigger problem. Sure, everyone forgets the occasional expense they racked up. But if you’re struggling with tasks like calculating your account balance, it could be the sign of early memory loss associated ...click here to read more

For older adults, consuming an adequate amount of protein may help to lower age-related inflammation. According to Tufts researchers, protein may be a way to not only lose weight or build muscle mass, but also to slow down the progression of age-related inflammation. Chronic inflammation is thought to be a significant characteristic of aging, and ...click here to read more

Yeah, you may benefit from being more active. Go for a jog or a bike ride. You’ve heard it all before. But there is research indicating that a certain activity may take the cake when it comes to lowering the risk of death and promoting anti-aging effects. A study in the British Journal of Sports ...click here to read more

A recently published study suggests that heart attack survivors with chronic mood disorders such as depression may have more of a risk of premature death. Compared to those who do not suffer from mood disorders, patients who have experienced a heart attack and show signs of mood disorders have been linked to more extended hospital ...click here to read more

People often wish there was a potion that was the magical key to youth and everlasting life. Unfortunately, that’s a no go. But unsalted tomato juice might help. Tomato juice can get a little dicey. High in nutrients and valuable antioxidants, it’s often praised for its potential to improve health. Until reality sets in: most ...click here to read more

Do you fry your fish or bake it? What about vegetables—steamed or boiled? Or maybe you’re taking part in the pressure-cooking Instant Pot craze. Regardless, the way you cook impacts what you get out of food. Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, B-vitamins, and other nutrients and minerals can all be compromised or enhanced depending on ...click here to read more

There’s no doubt that maintaining friendships and other relationships is important while you age. And plenty of research shows that the closer the relationship, the better. Keeping up an active sex life may help ease aging more than you think. Aside from the exercise component, the pleasure from intimacy and sexuality may help ease everyday ...click here to read more

If you’ve cut out evening caffeine and alcohol but still can’t sleep, you might be only halfway there. A growing collection research is showing diet can play a bigger role in sleep quality than previously thought. What you eat—and what you don’t—may influence your likelihood of having high-quality, restorative sleep. Evidence is showing that there ...click here to read more