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According to the University of Wisconsin, the prevalence of erectile dysfunction is about five percent for men over 40, but jumps to 15 percent for men over the age of 70. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when a man can no longer have, or has difficulties holding, an erection. Recent research has uncovered that Type 2 ...click here to read more

Current research reports that only one in every three American seniors have their diabetes under control, according to John Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. In 2012, of the 11.8-million American seniors in the U.S., 25.9% had diabetes. The numbers continue to increase annually. Seniors in this case are over the age of 65. ...click here to read more

Between work obligations, social plans and family demands, it is easy to fall into what is called the “food rut.” This is when we tend to eat the same foods all the time. In many cases, it’s not the best foods because we are on the move. While this routine might be convenient, it isn’t ...click here to read more

There is a genetic link between those who have Type 2 diabetes developing Alzheimer’s disease according to findings from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. By using findings from a recent genome-wide association study (GWAS), researchers aimed to uncover genetic factors that contribute to both Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s. GWAS examined differences ...click here to read more

Does your partner ever nudge you in the middle of the night due to your snoring? You may take it as a sign of being in a deep sleep, but snoring can also be a symptom to a serious sleep condition. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleep condition that causes a person ...click here to read more

Harvard researchers have linked inflammation and reduction in blood flow to the brain in those with Type 2 diabetes with reduced cognitive function. Type 2 diabetes remains prevalent in the American population. It can lead to other health concerns such as diabetic retinopathy and cardiovascular disease. This study research suggests Type 2 diabetes, in particular, ...click here to read more

The combination of two serious, chronic health conditions can drastically reduce a person’s lifespan say researchers. A study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association was conducted by researchers at the University of Cambridge. About 135,000 deaths were analyzed during prolonged follow-up of nearly 1.2-million people in population cohorts. By analyzing different pairings ...click here to read more

As we age many functions of the body begin to decline. One function, in particular, is our memory. But losing our memory doesn’t have to be a part of aging and yet dementia diagnoses are on the rise. Dementia is considered one of the major causes of disability among the elderly. Nearly 40-million people worldwide ...click here to read more

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Estimates that 29.1 million Americans have diabetes and among that group 8.1 million cases are undiagnosed. With such high numbers diabetes prevention is on the forefront of health. We currently know and understand many causes of type 2 diabetes. Being overweight, eating a poor diet, not getting ...click here to read more

At least 29 million people in the United States have diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that another 86 million people have pre-diabetes and are headed towards full-blown diabetes if they don’t get off the couch. A report by the U.S Physical Activity Council shows over 60 million Americans are couch potatoes. ...click here to read more

Diabetes is a disease where there is excess sugar in the blood. But why is it there and what can you do about it? Before we look at natural remedies for diabetes and effective tips for avoiding diabetes, let’s discuss why sugar is such a big deal – and why our body needs to be ...click here to read more

In America, odds are you’re at risk of diabetes. That’s a fact. And what if your job was putting you at even higher risk for the disease? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 29.1 million Americans have diabetes. Of those, 8.1 million of them are undiagnosed, just carrying on with unhealthy ...click here to read more

We all know we should be drinking water throughout our day, but a lot of us are still grabbing a can or bottle of soda. It’s no secret that Americans like their soda. But sugary beverages – top-selling sodas included – have come under a lot of scrutiny in the last while because they’ve been ...click here to read more

Getting older has its pluses – life experience, wisdom, longstanding relationships. Our senior years can be fulfilling ones. But the other side of that coin is we’re more prone to chronic disease because of our aging bodies. There’s the wear and tear of time, and the cumulative result of not-so-healthy habits we may have followed ...click here to read more