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If you’ve got grandkids, it could do some good to take part in their lives. A solid relationship with grandchildren appears to increase health and longevity. Your children may have pointed out that since you became a grandparent, there’s been a twinkle in your eye that they certainly did not see growing up. That might ...click here to read more

Throughout life, those who maintain modest and sustained decreases in blood pressure and cholesterol levels lower their risk of heart disease and circulatory disease, according to a new study. This research helps to reinforce the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle throughout all stages of life. For the study, Professor Brian Ference, lead researcher of ...click here to read more

There used to be this fellow I’d golf with nearly every weekend. If we weren’t playing together, I’d certainly see him around. When he was missing one weekend, it definitely raised some eyebrows because if he was heading out of town or had prior commitments, he’d notify the group. When he re-emerged from his disappearance, ...click here to read more

The red meat battle is an interesting and often tiring ordeal. But despite recommendations from some major players, there is a large and growing contingent of doctors and organizations that are challenging the widely held perception that red meat is dangerous. Several studies over the past decades have indicated a strong association between red meat ...click here to read more

It seems that regardless of what kind of health condition you’re trying to manage or prevent, a healthy diet is always central. Heart-healthy, joint health, vein health, cholesterol, and brain health can all be enhanced or ruined by eating. For a lot of these conditions, you’ve heard the best way to eat is probably the ...click here to read more

The other week, an interesting study came out. To tell you the truth, it’s a bit of a doozy. The good news is that over the past two decades, deaths from heart disease has declined. But that has slowed down big-time since 2010. The reason, according to researchers, is that conditions like type-2 diabetes, obesity, ...click here to read more

The risk of dementia, depression, or anxiety could be directly impacted by the use of hearing aids in the hearing impaired. Older adults who have newly diagnosed hearing loss have a lower risk of these conditions over the following three years, according to a new study. The problem is that only 12% of those who ...click here to read more

Let’s face it: some things aren’t that important. Even people’s names just aren’t going to stick in your head. And that’s completely normal. Just because you’ve been called forgetful a few times or have a hard time recalling the occasional tidbit does not mean you need to panic. Memory lapses are normal. That’s not to ...click here to read more

If you’re interested in stronger muscles, better cardiovascular health, and improved body composition, you may not have to look much further than the floor. How many push-ups you could do used to be more about bragging rights than health benefits. But push-ups have a lot to offer and say a lot about your health. Including ...click here to read more

New research is suggesting that a positive outlook—or virtually any dose of positivity—can extend life. That means if you battle depression and negative emotions, you can still experience benefit if you remain hopeful in some areas from time to time. And for the eternal optimists out there, it could make a big difference in your ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis, a common bowel disease, may be avoidable in women who consume more fruits and cereal. According to a new study, the fiber found in fruit and cereal is associated with a lower risk of common bowel disease. Diverticulitis is a type of diverticular disease that can cause uncomfortable symptoms and, in some cases, serious ...click here to read more

You might need that vacation a little more than you think you do. Sure, you may have heard that it’s worthwhile to step away from the job and clear your head. But new research suggests it can do your body a lot of good too. About 74-percent of US workers get paid vacation time, yet ...click here to read more

Blueberries don’t have a thing on black rice. Did I say black rice? You bet I did. Rice isn’t just red, white, or brown. Black rice exists too. Long called the “forbidden rice” or “emperor’s rice,” it’s a much less common form of rice that’s growing in popularity. Its nicknames come from a long history, ...click here to read more

Most people start and end the day by brushing their teeth. When they head outside on a sunny day, UV-protective sunglasses or a hat are part of the uniform to battle harmful sun rays. But really, what do most people do for their ears? Ears are often forgotten until a problem is recognized. Maybe it’s ...click here to read more