Category Archives: Health News

If you’re struggling to keep blood sugar in check, or reduce the risk for diabetes, zero-calorie sweeteners may seem like a great idea. But things aren’t always what they seem. These sweeteners contain very few or no calories, but have a much higher sweetness intensity than common calorie-containing sweeteners like sugar or high-fructose corn syrup ...click here to read more

You may not look at the urine you’ve just expelled before flushing it away; it’s not something most people really want to examine. But it can give you an idea about what’s happening inside your body. Pee is your body’s liquid waste. It is mainly made of water, salt, electrolytes, and chemicals called urea and ...click here to read more

If you’re one of the more than 1.3 million Americans living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know that this chronic inflammatory condition can affect every area of your life. While there’s no cure for RA, there are ways to manage its symptoms so you can live as normal a life as possible. One thing that ...click here to read more

How are you taking care of your bones to ensure they stay strong, dense, and healthy as you age? If you’re getting some sunlight each day to get your vitamin D (or supplementing) and eating a calcium-rich diet, you might think you’ve got all your bases covered. But there is one more essential component of ...click here to read more

Throughout your life, you’ve likely lost contact with former friends. Not that anything bad happened, just that as life moved on and became busier, you lost touch. But guess what? That person would likely love to hear from you. And it could also offer some big health benefits for both of you. New research shows ...click here to read more

If you are one of the many adults in the United States who has the non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), there’s a higher chance you’ll develop dementia down the road. A study published in Neurology found that people with a buildup of fat cells in the liver caused by NAFLD were more likely to develop ...click here to read more

If you want to feel like you matter as you get older and your career is in the rear-view mirror, you might want to start finding ways to increase socialization. New research is showing that positive connections with other adults are associated with a greater sense of purposefulness in older adults. So get out and ...click here to read more

You’ve learned a lot of things in your life. Far too many to remember. So, cut yourself some slack when something slips your mind, especially if it’s not particularly important to you. And try not to worry. It’s likely not related to some underlying brain disease like Alzheimer’s or dementia. Just like you’re not as ...click here to read more

Depression is a serious mental health condition that can lead to several health problems, including stroke. A new study has found that adults who exhibit symptoms of depression are at an increased risk of having a stroke. If you are concerned about your mental health or are experiencing symptoms of depression, it is important to ...click here to read more

Do you reach for the saltshaker the minute you sit down for a meal? You could be seasoning your way to a shorter life if you do. Instead, try sitting down and tasting your food. If it isn’t lacking flavor, don’t add any. Maybe reach for herbs, spices, or a little lemon juice if it ...click here to read more

New research suggests that consuming dark chocolate has positive effects on brain functions. The study, which was conducted by a team of international researchers, found that eating dark chocolate improved the blood flow and function of the brain. Additionally, the study participants who consumed dark chocolate displayed lower stress and anxiety levels. These findings could ...click here to read more

Genetics can certainly play a role in a man’s risk for prostate illness, but a new study suggests that much of that harm can be limited by a healthy lifestyle. Researchers found that a man’s story is not written out for him by his family history and that he has the power to reduce the ...click here to read more

Having a chronic health condition may make you apprehensive about exercise. You might wonder if exercise is safe and, if it is, how often and how intensely you can do it. The good news is that exercise is safe for most people with chronic illnesses and can provide important health benefits. People living with heart ...click here to read more

Not many people will argue that chicken wings, French fries, and ice cream taste good. But could they be making you more susceptible to illness? It’s possible. If your diet regularly features foods like those or other processed foods high in sugar, refined grains, or fried, it could be taking a toll on your immune ...click here to read more