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According to a recent study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension, people with type 2 diabetes who received intensive treatment to keep their blood pressure levels at 130/80 mm/Hg or below had fewer strokes, heart attacks, and other diabetes complications, regardless of pre-existing cardiovascular risk. Type 2 diabetes affects more than 420 million ...click here to read more

New research published in the journal Pain Medicine shows how a simple change in diet can help to ease pain associated with knee osteoarthritis. Commonly known as wear-and-tear arthritis, osteoarthritis is a condition in which the natural cushioning between joints, the cartilage, wears away. The study conducted at the University of Alabama at Birmingham looked ...click here to read more

With mounting evidence of how healthy a plant-based diet can be, it is no surprise that a recent study has shown how it can also lower the risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD). The consumption of plant-based diets is becoming more common not only for health reasons, but also for ethical and environmental reasons as ...click here to read more

We have all been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and a new study shows just how important it can be for preventing heart disease. Researchers behind a new study found that the risk of heart-related death rises dramatically for those who skip breakfast. According to the research led by ...click here to read more

In type 2 diabetics, there is a risk of blood sugar spiking. This can be detrimental because it can cause unwanted symptoms such as blurred vision and dizziness. One good way to control blood sugar levels is through exercise, and the best type of exercise to reduce spikes in blood sugar levels is aerobic exercise. ...click here to read more

Gluten-free products line shelves in plenty of grocery stores. Nowadays, you can essentially get any product without gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. When people with intolerances consume food with gluten, it can trigger unwanted symptoms. Many people who suffer from digestive issues have jumped on the gluten-free diet as ...click here to read more

Statins are a class of medications that help reduce cholesterol levels. Although they are effective at better controlling cholesterol, many patients don’t take them. A new study found only six percent of patients took statins as prescribed by their doctor. This prompted researchers to investigate why patients aren’t taking these lifesaving medications. The study included ...click here to read more

Many of us don’t consider walking as exercise because it’s a movement we do regularly to get from point A to point B. Regardless of the distance or intensity, walking is still a great and easy way to improve your health. If you’re into the fitness tracking world, you may have heard that getting 10,000 ...click here to read more

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the most common causes of vision loss. As the name suggests, it’s related to age. As we all age and can’t stop the aging process, AMD is virtually unavoidable, but there are things you can do to slow down progression and protect your vision for many years. AMD ...click here to read more

Although we can’t live forever, many people are living to be 100. It is estimated that the number of people living to 100 will grow eightfold by 2050. Will you be one of those people? You could be if you follow these 15 tips that can help add years to your life. 15 Tips to ...click here to read more

Sugar-sweetened drinks are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease death. This link was strongest in women. The study also found that drinking one artificially sweetened drink compared to one sugary drink lowered the risk of premature death. But consuming four or more artificially sweetened beverages increased the risk of mortality. Lead author of ...click here to read more

Healthy blood circulation is necessary for the body to function correctly. This is because our blood carries oxygen and other essential nutrients that fuel all our organs and cells. Without proper blood circulation, we can start to experience declining health. One of the first signs we think of to spot poor blood circulation is cold ...click here to read more

Many factors play a role in a person’s longevity. Some of the most common ones are cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and blood pressure status, but a recent study has found improved markers that could shed greater light on a person’s longevity than these traditional markers. The study included over 6,500 people over the age of 70 ...click here to read more

Eating an energy-rich breakfast and spending less time watching TV can lower your heart disease risk. The findings come from a two-pronged study and found that these simple lifestyle changes are enough to reduce artery stiffness, which is a contributing factor to heart disease. Study lead author Dr. Sotirios Tsalamandris explained, “Environmental and lifestyle factors ...click here to read more