Category Archives: Health News

Gastroenteritis is one of those words we do not hear particularly often, but many of us have experienced. The term describes any number of conditions that result in a swollen and inflamed digestive tract as well as vomiting and diarrhea, caused by a viral or bacterial infection. These types of conditions are entirely treatable but ...click here to read more

A recent study suggests that prediabetes may increase the risk of overactive bladder among women. Prediabetes is defined as having blood sugar levels higher than normal, but not as high to diagnose type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes if often a warning sign that lifestyle changes need to take place to reduce the risk of full-blown type ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis is a common condition among people over the age of 65. It is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks the healthy tissues in the joints or bones. Typical symptoms include swollen and painful joints that may also feel warm. More concerning, though, is the relation between rheumatoid arthritis ...click here to read more

It’s nothing new that sleep is important for health, but what you might not be aware of is poor sleep’s effect on the body. Poor sleep affects the body in many ways from hindering memory, increasing blood pressure, contributing to weight gain, and much more. But particularly for men, poor sleep can reduce testosterone levels. ...click here to read more

Vitamins are important to maintain overall good health. The bulk of vitamins can be found in much of the foods we eat. But for some of us, we may take vitamins in supplement form if our diet is lacking or to give our body a boost. Generally, vitamins in supplement forms are well tolerated as ...click here to read more

Muscle loss is a common occurrence as we age. The best tactics to reduce the risk of muscle loss is through diet and exercise. Unfortunately, many seniors aren’t as active as they should be, and the risk of muscle loss continues to be higher among this group of people. In order to reduce muscle loss ...click here to read more

A pilot study has uncovered that wearing tefillin – a leather band wrapped around the arm – may yield cardiovascular health benefits. The researchers wanted to determine the possible benefits by temporarily restricting blood flow to induce the bodies natural responses to protect itself against heart attacks. The study involved 20 Jewish men. Nine wore ...click here to read more

Stress is something that seems unavoidable in life, yet we are constantly being cautioned by medical practitioners to avoid it as much as possible. Stress has often been associated with issues in the cardiovascular system, but new research points to its effects on cognitive health, as well. To function optimally, the brain needs a balance ...click here to read more

Balances exercises for seniors are a vital component of any exercise program as we age. Research shows that those who are physically active tend to live longer and balance exercises can improve muscle mass as well as prevent life-ending falls. When you think about it, it is really remarkable that a simple lifestyle change such ...click here to read more

A water expert has revealed that dehydration may contribute to memory loss. Dr. Jide Owolana explained that along with staying well hydrated to reduce the risk of memory loss, we should also cut back on our consumption of sugary drinks and alcohol. There are many health risks associated with dehydration including mood swings, reduction in ...click here to read more

Our veins are under constant attack from obesity and cholesterol to blood sugar spikes and even hypertension. Our veins play an important role in our health by allowing blood to return to the heart so it can become oxygenated. If our veins are sick, they are unable to complete this task, which can contribute to ...click here to read more

Arthritis is the most common condition affecting adults as they near their elderly years. The condition is characterized by pain and inflammation in the joints. According to statistics from the Arthritis Foundation, around 13 percent of men and 19 percent of women over the age of 45 have arthritis in their knees severe enough to ...click here to read more

As we age, it is important to stay physically active, and stretching exercises for seniors are a big part of proper physical activity. Most physicians and physical therapists agree that exercise is important if you want to have an overall good quality of life. It can help keep our bones strong, our backs straight, and ...click here to read more

Scientists are suggesting that there is one key molecule that is necessary for healthy aging, and that is nitric oxide. Aging occurs when the end of telomeres – the end of DNA strands – erode, which prevents proper cellular replication. This means new cells are created faulty, which results in degraded functioning of the tissue. ...click here to read more