Category Archives: Health News

Kegel exercises are commonly recommended to women to reduce bladder leaks. Kegel exercises work by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles. Strong pelvic floor muscles help prevent leaks because they support the uterus, bladder, small intestine, and rectum. What is less spoken about is urinary leaks in men and how Kegel exercises can benefit them as ...click here to read more

One sufferance of being a woman comes in the form of urinary tract infections (UTI). Most of us will have at least one in our lifetime, but for many, this can be a recurring issue, an incredibly uncomfortable one at that. It is guaranteed by now that we have all heard the “tried and true” ...click here to read more

Falls are dangerous for older adults, as they can lead to disability, health complications, and even injury-related deaths. It has long been believed that to prevent falls, you should take calcium and vitamin D. But this notion of supplementation is being challenged and replaced with different advice. Researchers suggest that to reduce the risk of ...click here to read more

Being overweight is generally not considered good for your health. Carrying around extra pounds has been linked with metabolic syndromes and even joint pain. And the latest research suggests that women who are overweight are more likely to experience bladder leaks. The study, carried out by Australian researchers, suggests that overweight women are twice as ...click here to read more

The prevalence of osteoporosis has been steadily rising as the population of seniors around the world grows. New research has led to updated recommendations on the care of patients over the age of 65 who have experienced a hip or spine fracture and who are at a high risk of developing the condition. This research ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term that includes many conditions that cause inflammation in the bowels and are characterized by pain, severe diarrhea, and fatigue. Approximately three million people were diagnosed with IBD in the United States in 2015. In the past, treatment options for the condition have been limited to medications or ...click here to read more

The average workweek has become increasingly longer as there is a higher demand from employees. This means that many of us are spending longer hours at the office or even bringing our work home with us. As demand increases, so does the length of the work week. Many companies admire employees who dedicate their days ...click here to read more

Muscle loss when aging is quite common as seniors tend to consume less protein, which is necessary to rebuild muscle, and they exercise far less too. But there may be a biological cause of muscle loss to consider as well. Research findings suggest that in 168 male participants, nerve signals in the legs decreased 30 ...click here to read more

If coconut oil is your go-to, then keep reading… A Harvard professor has come out stating that coconut oil is “pure poison” and can raise your cholesterol levels. He furthered his statement by saying it’s “one of the worst foods you can eat.” The popularity of coconut oil has been on the rise, as it ...click here to read more

A tell-tale sign that you may have vision problems is that you’re finding it increasingly difficult to see things. But by the time you notice that it could be too late. You want to ensure you pick up on the subtler signs and changes before the problem has advanced. Your first step to better understanding ...click here to read more

As of 2012, one in 10 Americans has experienced bouts of depression. This number is estimated to increase by 20 percent each year. Sadly, though, up to 80 percent of these people are not receiving treatment for their depression, whether they are scared to ask for help or are not able to do so, factors are ...click here to read more

Bulging eyes or protruding eyeballs – known as proptosis or exophthalmos – is often a sign of a serious medical condition. In a healthy individual, the white part of the eye is not visible over the iris. If the white part is showing between the iris and the eyelid, this is known as bulging eyeball. ...click here to read more

It is known that exercise is a beneficial habit when it comes to supporting and improving your health. The latest study on exercise explored exercise and its benefits to the brain. The research comes from a Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) team that found that exercise could “clean up” areas of the brain to allow for ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that you have a higher risk of being in a car accident if you sleep less than seven hours each night. This risk increases for those who sleep less than four hours. It is often recommended that healthy adults experience seven to nine hours of sleep, yet one in five Americans ...click here to read more