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You need sunscreen to provide protection from harmful UV rays that cause skin damage and disease. But in the process, are you also boosting your risk for a vitamin D deficiency? There are estimates that as many as one billion people around the world have low levels of vitamin D. Of course, that number depends ...click here to read more

For those who have Alzheimer’s disease, blood pressure that fluctuates could affect the rate of dementia. Research shows a new understanding of the links between Alzheimer’s disease and blood vessels and how they can worsen dementia. Almost six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including 200,000 people under the age of 65. It’s the ...click here to read more

New research shows that women who experience hypertension during pregnancy have an increased risk of developing heart disease later in life. The findings show that these women could develop cardiovascular disorders, including stroke and heart failure. The study from King’s College in London had a team of researchers that studied electronic health records from 1997 ...click here to read more

Low-testosterone, or low-T, is something that a lot of men are concerned about. And there appears to be plenty of avenues to fix it: flip on the television late at night and you’ll see ads for all kinds of products claiming to restore optimal levels. Based on age and how much your testosterone levels may ...click here to read more

Many studies have linked gum disease with a host of health issues, but research shows yet another connection to hypertension. Combining a total of 81 studies from 26 countries, this research compiled the best available evidence to examine the odds of high blood pressure in patients with gum disease. Published in Cardiovascular Research, a journal of ...click here to read more

We all have those nights where we can’t sleep. You could be as tired as can be, but no matter what, your brain is ruminating and stirring. Sleep is not an option. This might sound crazy, but one of the best things you can do in this situation is getting out of bed. There is ...click here to read more

The way a person walks may now be able to help doctors accurately identify the specific type of dementia a patient has. For the first time, researchers have determined that people with Alzheimer’s disease or Lewy body dementia have unique walking patterns that signal subtle differences between the two conditions. The study was published in ...click here to read more

The flavors of fall make the lower temperatures a little easier to handle. Seasonal produce lends itself nicely to warm hearty meals and is enhanced by how well much of it compliments spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. It’s time to sip on an apple cider, spoon a butternut squash soup, or treat yourself to some ...click here to read more

Consuming a poor diet could affect spatial memory, according to a new study. Research shows that unhealthy eating may have adverse long-term effects on spatial memory, which is just another reminder of why it’s so important to give the body the proper nutrition it requires to thrive. The study, published in Scientific Reports, looked at ...click here to read more

So, you’ve decided to start lifting weights to get strong and take advantage of all the other benefits resistance training has to offer. Or maybe you’ve been doing it for a long time and are living the dream. Either way, you’ve probably heard one thing repeated by personal trainers and fitness gurus: “eat more protein.” ...click here to read more

Nothing can throw a wrench into your plans for more activity than some nagging foot pain. Pain in the feet can take on a variety of types and intensities, all with the potential to keep you sidelined from doing the things you like. Aside from the pain, the lack of mobility can lead to higher ...click here to read more

The season is about to change, and some of you may have already noticed a significant drop in temperature. Looking out the window, I’ve seen those short-clad folks out for a saunter turn into those bundled up with a little more purpose in their step. Although the temperature is not directly responsible for the spread ...click here to read more

Fountain of youth conversations get tiring, don’t they? Serums and potions? Sure. A little extra exercise and a healthier diet? Gotcha. But a new study might trump those findings in a significant way. Researchers from UCLA may have unlocked the key to stopping—and even reversing—aging in small trials. If their findings hold up in larger ...click here to read more

Although antibiotics are prescribed frequently, scientists only recently found a link between prescriptions and heart problems. For the first time, this link was studied and researchers found that two types of the most common antibiotics could be harmful. The study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that patients taking fluoroquinolone ...click here to read more