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Shift work sleep disorder (SWSD) is a condition that affects workers who perform changing shifts or work at night. Nearly 20 percent of the U.S. workforce takes part in shift work, which goes against a person’s natural circadian rhythm. SWSD develops as a result of recurrent sleep disruptions and is most commonly seen among individuals ...click here to read more

High stress activity in the brain may indicate a future risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new research. Ahmed Tawakol of Massachusetts General Hospital coauthored the recent study, which found that those with a higher level of activity in the stress center of the brain showed evidence of arterial inflammation—a leading cause of ...click here to read more

Elevated systolic blood pressure (SBP) rate is rising globally, along with associated deaths, according to research findings. The analysis involving 8.7 million participants found substantial increases in elevated systolic blood pressure between 1990 and 2015. Systolic blood pressure of at least 110 mm Hg has been associated with a number of cardiovascular and kidney disease ...click here to read more

Over 400,000 American women suffer from stroke every year. Some people may be surprised to hear that this number is about 55,000 more than men. Recent surveys suggest that a significant number of women don’t know the primary symptoms of stroke or the fact that stroke prevention is not “one-size-fits-all.” Medical advances over the last ...click here to read more

The MIND diet stands for Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay and has been shown to improve brain health and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. As we age, the threat of developing Alzheimer’s increases. Although the cause of Alzheimer’s disease is still unknown, researchers are working diligently to uncover more information to combat this life-changing ...click here to read more

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which the arteries become hardened and narrow due to excess plaque buildup. When this occurs, blood flow becomes disrupted, which can lead to heart complications and poor overall health as other parts of the body require a blood supply to function properly. Cardiovascular disease is one of the possible consequences ...click here to read more

National Obesity Awareness Week runs from January 9 through January 15, 2017 and to wrap it up we present some of our articles that discuss obesity and related health issues, such as sleep problems, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Obesity is a growing problem that plagues many Americans. It is a well-known risk factor contributing to ...click here to read more

Eating a bland diet is often recommended for conditions like gastritis, ulcer, diarrhea, and reflux disease. By adhering to a bland diet, patients can experience relief from symptoms and promote healing of the digestive system, particularly after surgery. A bland diet consists of soft foods that are not spicy and low in fiber. Too much ...click here to read more

Smartphone device may assess your sleep-wake cycle and help your monitor your obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) developed a system of monitoring sleep-wake cycle among patients by simply using the patient’s smartphone. Dr. Yaniv Zigel, head of BGU’s Biomedical Signal-Processing Research Lab (BSP) and Professor Ariel Tarasiuk, head ...click here to read more

A new study has found that the consumption of red meat increases the risk of diverticulitis among men. The researchers looked at over two decades worth of data from over 46,000 men. They found that red meat eaters had a 58 percent higher risk of diverticulitis, compared to those who consumed chicken or fish more ...click here to read more

Blood pressure difference between arms may be a sign of increased cardiovascular disease. If you check your blood pressure using the same arm, you may not be getting a clear picture of your health. Research has found that blood pressure differences between arms could be due to narrowing of an artery in one of the ...click here to read more

If you’re experiencing weaker hearing, poorer vision, even weight gain, it’s easy to write off your health ailments on your old age. But it’s not always the case. Low libido, for example, is not necessarily a sign of aging, but it could be indicative of a more serious issue – one that affects your heart. ...click here to read more

Physical inactivity and poor diet are common risk factors contributing to poor health in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. Developing other health conditions in MS could delay the diagnosis and accelerate the progression of the disease. Common risk factors referred to as SNAP – smoking, poor nutrition, excess alcohol, insufficient physical activity – contribute to the ...click here to read more

Diabetes can be prevented and even reversed with a carbohydrate restricted diet. Spending on diabetes has grown much faster than spending on heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2013, diabetes treatment cost the healthcare system $101 billion. Although it is well known that diabetes can be well managed through dietary ...click here to read more