Category Archives: Health News

Cotton swabs and candling are just a couple of the ways people commonly clean their ears. But is it doing any good? Probably not. And in some cases, certainly not. You really don’t need to clean the inside of the ears. In fact, the stuff that most people are trying to get rid of, earwax, ...click here to read more

The warmer temperatures reintroduce so many things you may have forgotten about: colors, insects, birds’ chirping, and allergies, are a few. And running, of course. These days, the streets are filled with them. Everyone is seizing the opportunity to get outside and get fit, and running can be a great way to do that. But ...click here to read more

Women tend to take on a lot of stress, which can impact their heart health. They not only take on their own stress but also that of their family. This compounding stress can be a potential health hazard, causing physical and psychological issues. Research shows that women tend to use food when impacted by stress. ...click here to read more

You may not think that meat consumption can play a role in diabetes risk, but a recent study suggests it might. Type-2 diabetes, as you may be aware, is a condition marked by high blood sugar and insufficient insulin supply. It’s not something that a person can be born with. Instead, it’s acquired over time ...click here to read more

According to research, approximately one-third of people who had a large vessel ischemic stroke returned to work three months after treatment with mechanical clot remover. However, women were only half as likely to return to work after a severe stroke compared to men. A stroke due to a blockage in a large blood vessel is ...click here to read more

As a person ages, their muscle mass will generally shrink, and strength and power will go down. It might not seem like a huge deal, but it is. For some, this gradual age-related muscle decline – called sarcopenia – can begin as early as age 35 and lead to a loss of one or two ...click here to read more

I saw something the other day that made me stop and think if I’d been doing it all wrong. You see, I’m big on fruit and vegetables. Cereals and grains, not so much. I eat a lot of oats, but other than that, the occasional serving of rice, quinoa, or couscous is about it. What ...click here to read more

If you’re forgetful or make mistakes when you’re in a rush, a new study suggests a new fix: meditation. Research from the University of Michigan tested how open-monitoring meditation may alter brain activity in a way that makes it easier to recognize personal error. What is open-monitoring meditation? It’s a type of mediation that focuses ...click here to read more

Your heart is a vital organ, and while it isn’t a muscle per se, it is definitely a body part worth strengthening. Of course, you can’t lift weights to build a healthier heart like you can for your biceps or legs. But there are things you can do that can make your heart stronger. On ...click here to read more

A new study published in the online journal Neurology has found that cardiovascular disease risk factors may increase the risk of dementia in older people. Cardiovascular disease risk factors include high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, and smoking. Previous research has shown that cardiovascular disease risk factors play a role in the likelihood of developing cognitive ...click here to read more

Psilocybin, the active component in “magic mushrooms,” may help rewire the brains of people with depression to relieve symptoms. These substances, and others, have shown promise in treating several mental health disorders in recent years. A new study may begin to show how they work. One of the features of these drugs is that they ...click here to read more

Every year around this time, people start thinking about giving their bodies a spring cleaning. You know, to feel better for the season and fully put winter behind them. Doing so is often called a “detox.” There are a ton of products out there that claim to help you. They say their potions, juices, elixirs, ...click here to read more

Sleep apnea is a condition that is increasing in the general population globally. It can cause people to briefly stop and restart breathing dozens or even hundreds of times throughout the night. People with sleep apnea tend to wake up tired in the morning even though their breathing interruptions don’t often awaken them. The fatigue ...click here to read more

At its very essence, inflammation is a good thing. It’s what your body uses to get rid of a dangerous invader. But if it doesn’t subside when the work is done, it can become a problem. When the body’s immune response remains active after the threat has cleared, acute inflammation has turned to chronic. Chronic ...click here to read more