Category Archives: Health News

Often when we discuss cholesterol, the conversation is centered around HDL and LDL cholesterol (good vs. bad). But by focusing on only these two types of cholesterol, we are missing pieces of our health puzzle. Triglycerides are another type of fat in the blood that can either be used as energy or stored as fat ...click here to read more

There is preliminary research to suggest that crafting, crocheting in particular, can offer benefits to those with age-related memory loss and even dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Kathryn Vercillo completed her study as research to finish her book, called Crotchet Saved my Life. There has been emerging evidence that art therapy can be beneficial but Vercillo’s ...click here to read more

Many of us see retirement as the time in our lives when we can slow down and begin to enjoy the very simple pleasures that life has to offer, like taking a nap in the middle of the afternoon. New research has suggested that napping might actually be detrimental to our cognitive health as we ...click here to read more

Activities like running, walking, and hiking can lead to iliotibial band syndrome; however, there are specific iliotibial band syndrome exercises that can help ease the discomfort and pain associated with the condition. The ilotibial band is a thick tendinous fascia that is located on the outside of the hip. It extends to the side of ...click here to read more

Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University have conducted studies to determine a possible link between liver and heart health. Liver disease is slowly becoming a common ailment in America, with the most common cause being a non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD is caused by a fat build-up in and around the liver, which causes damage to ...click here to read more

Obesity comes with a whole slew of other health risks, including type 2 diabetes and kidney disease. Kidney disease is a well-known comorbidity of type 2 diabetes, but this is especially true in patients who are excessively overweight and who do not exercise regularly. Chronic kidney disease can cause a mineral imbalance in patients, affecting ...click here to read more

Overactive bladder is a fairly common condition, yet hundreds of women suffer in silence and feel they are alone in their struggle to live with leaks. There are actually treatments available for overactive bladder, but the question rises, are they safe? The class of drugs commonly prescribed to treat overactive bladder is known as anticholinergics. ...click here to read more

November was last month, but that doesn’t mean it’s not still important to be aware of prostate cancer. Unfortunately, there are plenty of myths surrounding prostate cancer which could have some people believing the wrong information. Here are some common myths about prostate cancer and the actual facts behind them. Facts about Prostate Cancer Prostate ...click here to read more

Light pollution is a term most of us have heard, but what does it really mean and why are its effects important to understand? In short, light pollution is excessive exposure to artificial light. It is what causes us discomfort when faced with too many brightly lit screens or signs, such as in Times Square. ...click here to read more

Many Americans take probiotics as a way to maintain a healthy gut. Probiotics help fuel good bacteria in the stomach, so our digestive system can function properly. But there is emerging evidence that probiotics may also work to benefit bone health too. The risk of osteoporosis increases with age, and many individuals may not realize ...click here to read more

There are many well-known risk factors for cardiovascular disease, and most medical practitioners say that the best way to reduce your risk of developing the condition is to live a healthy lifestyle overall. New research suggests that there may be another risk factor, though, one that is harder to avoid than fast food restaurants. The ...click here to read more

Protein is an essential part of everyone’s diet, not only for its ability to aid in muscle repair and recovery, but protein helps you feel full and aids in weight loss. One of the most significant sources of protein is meat, but if you’re trying to cut back on meat, or are a vegetarian or ...click here to read more

You’ve probably heard that chocolate and oysters are an aphrodisiac, or foods that’s can boost libido, but there are many other foods and things that can be considered aphrodisiacs which you may not have thought of. First off, before we list those foods and other things, it’s important to understand what makes food an aphrodisiac. ...click here to read more

If you’re suffering from bloating, cramping, constipation, or diarrhea, you probably believe you have a digestion problem. But the human body is all connected so you don’t just have a digestion problem, in fact, your digestion can affect other areas of your health. Here are six ways that poor digestion and digestion problems can affect ...click here to read more