Category Archives: Health News

A new study is the first ever to examine parent sleep deprivation as an outcome of school start times. This new research looked at parents of middle and high school-aged kids and found the parents got more sleep when their children’s school started later than usual. The study was conducted by National Jewish Health, which ...click here to read more

A new study has found that chronic hypertension could be a risk factor for maternal death among black women in particular. Researchers from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School’s Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences suggest that mortality rates among women with chronic hypertension have increased substantially. For the study, researchers analyzed data from ...click here to read more

A new study has found that patients developing illnesses such as mental health and heart conditions have a higher rate of GP-inputted medical history of periodontal gum disease. This research helps build evidence of a relationship between a healthy mouth and the reduced risk of health complications. For the study, researchers analyzed the records of ...click here to read more

A new study from Chalmers University of Technology and Uppsala University Sweden shows no relationship between a diet that includes gluten and increased irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms. Those with IBS tend to avoid certain foods and often cut gluten out of their diet to prevent stomach pain and diarrhea symptoms. However, this study shows ...click here to read more

Pregnant women who consume a healthy diet early in pregnancy have a lower risk for gestational diabetes, reveals new research from the University of Turku in Finland. The study focused on the prevalence of pregnant women who are overweight or obese. Obesity is a significant risk factor for pregnant women developing gestational diabetes, and an ...click here to read more

During the pandemic, the stressors in life have become amplified, leaving many at risk for cardiovascular disease. Previous research has shown that chronic stress and other negative factors can impact cardiovascular health. But a new study shows how being kind to oneself may help lower these risks. The research published in Health Psychology found that ...click here to read more

According to a new study, older adults who participate in multiple daily activities could reduce their risk of dementia. The research from Simon Fraser University found that engaging in a combination of hobbies such as exercise and connecting with loved ones can reduce memory decline in adults aged 65 to 89 compared to any individual ...click here to read more

New research suggests that meditation done at an intense level could help to strengthen the immune system. These findings come after researchers analyzed blood samples from pre- and post-meditation genetic activity among more than 100 men and women. The study involved 106 men and women with an average age of 40. All participants had enrolled ...click here to read more

Many people like to indulge over the holiday season, but drinking too much could cause holiday heart syndrome, heart problems that cause a heartbeat abnormally. This condition, known as atrial fibrillation (AF), is often experienced as fluttering in the chest. Although it may not seem like much, if it continues for an extended period and ...click here to read more

People with diabetes should regularly check for low blood sugar levels when they exercise at a high altitude. According to a small study published in The Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, exercise could cause hypoglycemia (dangerously low blood sugar) in patients with diabetes during and after a workout. Researchers studied seven people with ...click here to read more

A new study published in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery and Psychiatry suggests that seniors with frailty who adhere to a healthy lifestyle could reduce their risk for dementia. Researchers are seeing increasing evidence that taking steps towards healthier actions can significantly affect cognitive health. Researchers analyzed data from more than 196,000 adults aged over ...click here to read more

Hey, if you can lower blood pressure and improve your heart health with red wine, why not drink up over the holidays, right? Red wine’s effect on circulation, vein and artery health, and overall heart health can be overblown. And why wouldn’t they be? It essentially serves as an excuse to do something a lot ...click here to read more

Exercise can play a great role in preventing the development of fatty liver disease. A new study from the German Center for diabetes research (DZD) has shown which molecular adaptations of the liver mitochondria are observed during exercise. Some mice were fed a high-energy diet for this study, while others received regular treadmill training. After ...click here to read more

Navigating the holidays might seem like a significant challenge if you’re dealing with high cholesterol. And it can be. But with a few tips, you can manage your cholesterol and still get the most from the season. 1. Watch Sugary Beverages: Sugar is the leading cause of high cholesterol, and it’s everywhere over the holidays. ...click here to read more