Category Archives: Health News

Espresso drinks are a popular choice for many coffee drinkers, but a new study has shown that they could also be linked to higher levels of cholesterol in men. The research conducted by scientists at UiT, The Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø, looked at how consuming espresso affected cholesterol levels in both men and ...click here to read more

Memorial Day is getting close, and you’re likely getting into your planning process. It will be the first feast of the season for most, and you’re surely licking your chops. Everybody needs to let loose and indulge sometimes, and there is really no better time than a long weekend. And if you have one day ...click here to read more

It makes sense if you want to lose weight. Doing so is linked with a lower risk for conditions like high blood pressure and heart disease. But where do you start? There are many strategies for weight loss, and many of them work. But if you want to keep the weight off and truly become ...click here to read more

New research has found that the more courses of antibiotics seniors take, the greater their risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD. These findings may help explain some of the increases in Crohn’s and colitis diagnoses among older adults. Researchers believe that environmental factors play more of a role in older adults than genetics ...click here to read more

Having food in the fridge and cupboards may do more than help tame a hungry belly: it may make it easier to manage blood pressure. New data suggests that empty cupboards can make it tough to manage blood sugar and increase the risk for diabetes later in life. Some have trouble keeping food at home ...click here to read more

Nearly one in five young adults in the United States has food insecurity, and a new study suggests that this may increase their risk of developing diabetes. The research, which scientists at the Washington State University conducted, found that food-insecure young adults were twice as likely to develop diabetes as those who had no trouble ...click here to read more

If you’re dealing with mildly or slightly high blood pressure, yoga may be an effective option to help bring it down. A small pool of research suggests that yoga can help lower blood pressure. The relaxation/meditation activity uses various stretching poses that may positively impact your heart. Studies show that yoga can lower blood pressure, ...click here to read more

One of the most interesting and well-known facts about one of your body’s most vital organs, the liver, is that it can repair itself. But just how much can it do? If you’ve been drinking for years, let’s say, can your liver just fix itself, so it’s like you never touched the stuff? It really ...click here to read more

A new study has found that asking people to stop using social media for just one week could significantly improve their mental health. The study, which is to be published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behaviour and Social Networking, looked at the effect of social media on mental health and found that it can lead to ...click here to read more

New research suggests that the three biggest lifestyle factors that boost the odds of dementia are obesity in middle age, inactivity, and the lack of a high school diploma. That’s a shift from what they were in 2011 when the most important modifiable risk factors were physical inactivity, depression, and smoking. The study also found ...click here to read more

If you’re looking for a natural way to beat depression, consider switching to a Mediterranean diet. According to a new study, this type of diet can be as effective as antidepressants in reducing symptoms of the condition. So, if you’re feeling down, give it a try – you may be surprised by how well it ...click here to read more

Everyone goes through occasional feelings of anxiety throughout their lives. Some feel it excessively while dealing with regular everyday situations.  An anxiety disorder can be difficult to control and interfere with everyday life. If you have such a condition, seeking the care of a professional is highly recommended. Experts can offer various forms of therapy ...click here to read more

Urinary tract infections are no fun – especially if you deal with them frequently. And although anyone can get one, they are particularly prevalent among women.  Data shows that up to 80 percent of women develop a urinary tract infection (UIT) at some point in their lives, while about a quarter have frequent recurrences.  It ...click here to read more

If you are overweight and have diabetes, a vegan diet could be the key to losing weight. A recent study found that people who followed a vegan diet lost more weight than those who didn’t, and they also saw improvements in their blood sugar levels. So, if you’re looking for a way to slim down, ...click here to read more