Category Archives: Health News

Recent research has found that impotent men are at a higher risk for heart disease, diabetes, and alcohol and drug abuse. Lower testosterone has been found to be linked with higher mortality, cardiovascular disease and other health problems. Lead author, Michael Eisenberg, M.D., said, “For members of this group of reproductive-age men, they usually don’t ...click here to read more

If you make impulsive decisions you may have your parents to blame – or at least your genetics. The phenomenon is referred to as “delay discounting,” when we make decisions based on an immediate reward instead of waiting for a larger reward in the future. Delay discounting – or impulsive decision making – has been ...click here to read more

Researchers found that children with common allergies have an increased risk of high blood pressure and high cholesterol, which increases their risk for heart disease. Even when other factors that can contribute to heart disease were taken into account, the association still remained. Lead author, Dr. Jonathan Silverberg, said, “This study shows that cardiovascular risk ...click here to read more

A common pain-reliever drug, acetaminophen (Tylenol), has no benefits when it comes to the flu, according to new findings. Doctors may prescribe acetaminophen to help relieve a patient’s symptoms, but a recent trial found no benefits in regards to improving symptoms or fighting the flu virus. The study consisted of adults between 18 and 65 years ...click here to read more

There are many factors that can trigger a migraine, but research has shown that they may act through a common pathway. Common migraine triggers include stress, disrupted sleep, noise, odors and even diet. The pathway used by migraines has been found to involve oxidative stress. Researcher Dr. Jonathan Borkum studied migraine triggers from information published ...click here to read more

The chemical flavoring in e-cigarettes has been linked to an increase in respiratory diseases. The chemical, diacetyl, was found in 75 percent of e-cigarette flavorings, which were tested by researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Other potentially harmful chemicals were also found in flavors such as cotton candy, fruity squirts and cupcake. ...click here to read more

A common prostate cancer treatment has been linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. The research was led by Stanford University School of Medicine and the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. The research reviewed electronic medical records of prostate cancer patients, and researchers found the risk of Alzheimer’s disease was nearly doubled ...click here to read more

Research has found a small link between bipolar disorder and omega-3 fatty acids. To achieve their results, researchers compared 27 bipolar patients with 31 individuals without mental illness. The researchers found that those with bipolar disorder had the lowest levels of omega-3 fatty acids. Study lead, Dr. Erika Saunders, said, “Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids ...click here to read more

Researchers found that diabetics with foot complications may also have impaired cognitive function. “This study shows a clear correlation between diabetes and cognitive deterioration. Diabetes is a multi-system condition that affects the brain, and the risk of a diabetic developing dementia is twice that of a ‘normal’ person. Diabetic foot is a symptom that the ...click here to read more

Research from the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research has revealed that what your father ate prior to you being born could have a large influence on your overall health. The researchers examined sperm cells of 13 lean and 10 obese men and found that there are different epigenetic marks that could affect ...click here to read more

If you need to know which way to go, your best bet is to ask a man, according to new research that suggests men have a better sense of direction than women. Although men and women specialize in their own tasks, researchers wanted to uncover if a good sense of direction has more to do ...click here to read more

Environment Canada is calling for a warmer winter, which translates to less illness for the population. Above seasonal temperatures could mean Canadians will be less sick because the flu is more likely to spread in colder temperatures. Dr. Wajid Ahmed, associate medical officer for Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, said, “Every time the temperature is getting ...click here to read more

Obesity is a growing epidemic in America – no pun intended. Although many initiatives are put forth to help fight obesity, we still continue to see a climb in obesity rates across the United States. Obesity is a risk factor for many other serious and chronic ailments, such as heart disease, sleep apnea, high blood ...click here to read more

Varicose and spider veins are those tiny lines that are visible all over your legs. Varicose veins and spider veins can steal your confidence and make you feel uncomfortable about putting on your bathing suit to go swimming or wearing shorts to make the most of the warm weather. If this is you, don’t worry, ...click here to read more