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There is no question that diet plays an essential role in the health of your heart. One of the ways it helps is by promoting better blood flow. Certain foods feature nutrients that enhance blood flow by reducing inflammation or relaxing veins. Regardless of how they help blood flow, the common denominator is that these ...click here to read more

Sleep disorder symptoms are a common issue, and medical experts continuously examine research to fill in knowledge gaps. With an estimated 50 – 70 million adults suffering from sleep disorders, more information must become available to help with prevention and treatments for those with insomnia or other sleep-related disorders. One such study recently published in ...click here to read more

According to new research from the American Stroke Association, women under 35 are more likely to have an ischemic stroke than their male counterparts. An ischemic stroke is a brief stroke-like attack caused by blocked blood vessels in the brain. Despite resolving within minutes to hours, it still requires medical attention. For a new article ...click here to read more

You know that glasses can help you see better. But is it possible they may help you sleep better, too? In recent years blue-light-blocking glasses have become a popular tool to help with sleep. They work by blocking blue light wavelengths emitted by smartphones, tablets, and television screens, to prevent stimulation. The light you see ...click here to read more

A new study from McMaster University in Canada has found that sleep may be closely associated with the severity of depression and anxiety symptoms in new mothers, starting in the third trimester of pregnancy to the third postpartum month. The three-month period before and after giving birth is a vulnerable time for a woman’s mental ...click here to read more

A new study from scientists at Yale School of Public Health has found a strong link between long-term exposure to ozone and an increased risk of cognitive decline in older adults. This research adds to mounting evidence that air pollution could be a significant risk factor for an aging society. Previous studies have suggested that ...click here to read more

The pandemic has wreaked havoc on people’s mental health, with cases of depression among adults tripling over the past two years. But a new study shows how to help those with children reduce feelings of depression. According to a new University of Michigan study, adults who have children in the household have fewer mental health ...click here to read more

New research shows that women with a higher cardiovascular risk in mid-life have a stronger association with a decline in memory skills compared to men. Despite a higher prevalence of cardiovascular conditions in men, the new study suggests that women have a greater risk of cognitive decline. The research published in the American Academy of ...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

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

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

New research has examined the risk of heart attack and stroke, and their connection to stress levels. Although many studies have been performed on this subject, this one was different in that stress levels were classified before cardiovascular events. Previous studies only determined stress levels in people who had already had a heart attack or ...click here to read more