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Wintertime beverages are intended to keep you warm and cozy, but did you know some of them can keep your heart healthy, too? Just like there are heart-healthy foods, some beverages are just great for your heart. So when you’re deciding on a drink this winter, opt for one of the five listed below. 5 ...click here to read more

Kidney disease risk increases in postmenopausal women undergoing long-term estrogen treatment. Estrogen is known to offer protective effects against high blood pressure, but as the estrogen levels decrease after menopause the benefits decrease as well. The researchers bred rats to mimic gender-specific blood pressure differences commonly observed in humans to determine whether hormone therapy negatively ...click here to read more

Although rare, serious yoga injuries seem to be on the rise. This is due to the fact that more Americans are partaking in yoga which is reflected in the higher rate of injury. Between 2001 and 2014, nearly 30,000 Americans were sent to the emergency room for yoga-related injuries, including sprains and fractures. With this ...click here to read more

People with a higher pain tolerance are more likely to experience a silent heart attack, researchers found. Chest pain is a common symptom associated with a heart attack, but in a silent heart attack symptoms are often not experienced. Lead researcher Dr. Andrea Ohrn explained, “Almost everyone knows what a heart attack is. When we ...click here to read more

Some interesting findings have revealed that premature death could occur in some people with high blood pressure who experience steep drops in pressure following drug therapy. This does not mean that people with high blood pressure should rethink taking their medications, as high blood pressure can harm the heart. It is not unusual to hear ...click here to read more

Acute coronary syndrome occurs every 25 seconds in the United States and now research suggests that people with this syndrome are at an increased risk of suicide. Acute coronary syndrome or ACS is a term used to describe a range of conditions associated with sudden, reduced blood flow to the heart. This does include myocardial ...click here to read more

Natural sunlight exposure is associated with various health benefits, but latest findings suggest it can also help boost infection-fighting T cells of your immune system. T cells play an important role in the immune system functioning and warding off infection, and now researchers uncovered how sunlight can boost their activity. Senior investigator Gerard Ahern explained, ...click here to read more

Melanoma – skin cancer – rates are climbing in the U.S., according to latest research findings. This year’s estimates for melanoma cases are at one in every 54 Americans. In 2009, it was estimated at one in every 58. Overall, it was estimated that 76,380 people will be diagnosed with melanoma in 2016. Dr. Alex ...click here to read more

Below you will find articles on osteoporosis, including the risk of osteoporosis, natural remedies, and the link between osteoporosis and coronary artery disease. You will uncover how you can reduce your risk of osteoporosis and improve bone density, learn about supplements that can aid in osteoporosis, and much more. Improve bone density and reduce the ...click here to read more

The winter time can really hit your immune system, and that is why it’s important to keep it strong to ward off illness. In this roundup, we will look at foods for a strong immune system, discuss pneumonia prevention, and talk about the differences between a cold and flu, as well as bronchitis and pneumonia. ...click here to read more

An estimated 65 percent of older adults over the age of 65 have some level of vision problems. It is well known that vision impairment can impede on a person’s ability to function, but how vision loss can affect a person’s cognitive and physical functions is yet to be understood. For the study, researchers looked ...click here to read more

Commonly used drugs contribute to more doctor visits and hospital visits, according to research findings. Anticholinergic medications commonly used by older adults have been found to be linked with an increase in hospital, doctor, and emergency room visits. Drugs with anticholinergic properties are often prescribed for chronic conditions including depression, anxiety, pain, allergy, incontinence, or ...click here to read more

Aging is indeed associated with some level of memory loss, but severe forms of it go beyond the effects of getting older. A recent study suggests where you live could be impacting your risk of memory deterioration. The researchers found that people who live in urbanized areas are at a higher risk for declining memory. ...click here to read more

New treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been uncovered in a study. The researchers found a new pathway in the liver, shedding light on a new potential means of treating NAFLD. The researchers found that a protein TRPV4, part of the defense system of the body, can activate the release of nitric oxide. ...click here to read more