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COVID-19 has increased people’s desire to learn how they can stay healthy. And although there are certain measures that can reduce risk—like handwashing, good hygiene, masks, etc.—people want more. There is currently no treatment or cure for this virus. But there is evidence that immunocompromised people bear the highest risk. This is not just the ...click here to read more

The type of fat you eat can almost immediately influence how your brain functions. New research shows that just one high-saturated fat meal can make an instant impact on concentration and potentially worsen the effects of other mental health ailments. The study looked at how 51 women performed on an attention test after eating a ...click here to read more

The controversial drug hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), which has recently been promoted as a potential treatment for COVID-19, could have serious effects on heart rhythm. Many experts are torn on the potential effectiveness of COVID-19, but a team of researchers has found some serious side effects. Research reported in the journal Heart Rhythm found that hydroxychloroquine can ...click here to read more

Tired? Join the club. The more I talk to people, the more they’re napping. It could have to do with a lot of things: feeling down and anxious about the pandemic, poor sleep, having more time, and a series of other factors. But one they may be overlooking is diet. Snacks are always easy to ...click here to read more

The COVID-19 virus has made fundamental changes to the way people live their lives. Folks are spending more time indoors; existing anxieties are heightened, and everyone is trying to find information about when we may regain some semblance of a normal life. To help, many have been turning to screens more than they normally would. ...click here to read more

Can you tell how healthy you are? Immune health is dependent on a number of factors. Sleep, fitness, diet, genetics, and more all play a role. And although you might only think about your immune system when you need it—like when you’re battling a cold—daily decisions contribute to its effect. The more you work on ...click here to read more

Getting enough exercise is important for everyone, but for those with atrial fibrillation, it could mean avoiding early mortality. A study published in the European Heart Journal has found that regular endurance training and healthy fitness levels seem to protect against serious cardiovascular events in those diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. People with atrial fibrillation have ...click here to read more

If you’re 60+ and want to boost your brain, here’s a tip: move more. A new study has found that aerobic exercise plays an instrumental role in reducing brain age. Activities like walking, dancing, swimming, and more can improve older adult’s thinking and memory, even if they’ve spent a long time sitting on the couch. ...click here to read more

As more North Americans are regularly donning face masks upon leaving their homes, it may have come with a striking realization: your breath isn’t as fresh as you thought it was. It’s one thing to catch the occasional whiff of a friend or colleague with chronic halitosis, but it hits a little harder when it’s ...click here to read more

About 45% of Americans are infected with a silent killer. In fact, it’s not an infection at all, but rather a condition lurking within them potentially preparing to strike. High blood pressure, or hypertension, has earned the moniker the “silent killer,” largely because it is symptom-free. It develops slowly over time, all the while damaging ...click here to read more

So, you’ve heard the knock on sugary drinks before. Well, a new study is adding on to it, showing that women who drink at least one per day have a greater risk of heart disease. But before you comfort yourself by saying you gave up soda a long a time ago, be warned: sodas aren’t ...click here to read more

If you’re obese and have had, have, or believe you have COVID-19, I have some more bad news for you: you may have to extend your 14-day quarantine period. A group of Italian researchers has recommended that obese individuals stretch their self-isolation time to 28 days instead of the regularly recommend 14. This is due ...click here to read more

Experts agree that Alzheimer’s disease and dementia risk could be influenced by hearing loss. Among older adults, sound is important for stimulating the brain, and studies show the profound effect it has on health. There are many theories behind the relationship between hearing loss and dementia. Some experts believe that dementia creates certain conditions that ...click here to read more

On sunny days, it’s even harder to stay inside. With temperatures climbing and the sun making outdoors more inviting, is getting outdoors to enjoy it worth the risk? Sunlight has never been particularly simple. For decades, we’ve been told to limit exposure to protect from harmful UV rays. With the added risk of COVID, getting ...click here to read more