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HDL “good” cholesterol improves blood glucose levels by enhancing skeletal muscle function and reducing obesity. Rates of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease are higher among type 2 diabetics, and one of the strongest predictors of cardiovascular disease in these patients is low circulating levels of HDL cholesterol. The researchers determined that HDL cholesterol levels must be improved ...click here to read more

Bladder problems are on the rise, and incontinence is one of them. You see more and more commercials addressing the issue of leaking, which is no longer a taboo to discuss. With aging, your bladder becomes weaker, and if you’re a woman who had children, bladder leaks are a serious concern for you. For these ...click here to read more

Nocturia (excessive nighttime urination) risk is lower in physically active men. Males may experience nocturia due to an enlarged prostate, overproduction of urine, low bladder capacity, and sleep disturbances. The researchers analyzed data from 28,404 men with pre-existing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and 4,710 men with newly developed BPH (incident group). In the incident group, ...click here to read more

Dry eye symptoms may be reduced by a rheumatoid arthritis drug. Dry eye disease (DED) can lead to visual disturbances and can potentially cause damage to the ocular surface, negatively affecting one’s quality of life. About nine million Americans live with dry eyes and estimated costs hover around $55 million in direct and indirect costs. ...click here to read more

Colon polyps are small clumps of cells that form in the lining of the colon. Usually, colon polyps are harmless, but sometimes they can be indicative of a more serious condition such as colon cancer. Colon polyps can develop at any age, but are most commonly found in those over 50. Even if colon polyps ...click here to read more

Dry eyes are linked to air pollution, decreased humidity, and increased ozone levels. The study looked at data taken from 16,824 participants in South Korea. Dry eye disease was defined as the presence of eye pain and discomfort, along with the feeling of dryness and irritation. Outdoor air pollution measurements were collected from 283 national ...click here to read more

In overactive bladder (OAB), presence of certain bacteria contributes to OAB symptoms. Debunking the commonly held belief that urine is sterile, researchers found that, in fact, it is not germ-free. Co-investigator Linda Brubaker said, “Doctors have been trained to believe that urine is germ-free… These findings challenge this notion, so this research opens the door ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis risk is lower with higher vitamin D serum levels in diverticulosis patients. The findings come from researchers at Harvard who uncovered why some diverticulosis patients go on to develop diverticulitis while others do not. Roughly 50 percent of those over the age of 60 have diverticulosis, and the rate of cases has been steadily ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, It’s my Birthday! And because I’m a lady, you know I won’t reveal my age – which is only a number anyway, right? It’s all about how you feel! But for many of us, getting yet another year older can be scary. We start getting more aches and pains, we may feel as ...click here to read more

An overactive bladder can be a distressing condition to live with, as the strong urge to urinate and fear of leakage is always on your mind. Overactive bladder, or OAB, affects about 15 percent of the North American population. People who have OAB find themselves using the bathroom eight or more times a day and ...click here to read more

Urinary incontinence (UI) or loss of bladder control in men is not uncommon, but it can be treated once the cause is determined. Uncontrollable urine in men or urinary incontinence occurs in eleven to 34 percent of older men, but it is not just an issue that impacts the aging. Younger men can also experience ...click here to read more

Diverticulitis is a condition onset by infection or rupture of diverticula, which are bulges forming in the lower part of the large intestine or colon. The risk of developing diverticula is usually higher for people over 40. Diverticula themselves do not cause many problems, but once the condition progresses into diverticulitis, it can be quite severe, ...click here to read more

The ability to hear has a lot to do with inner ear circulation. Blood circulation supports bodily functions and supplies organs and body parts with essential nutrients to function correctly. Poor inner ear circulation may result in hearing problems, dizziness, and even Meniere’s disease. Therefore, maintaining healthy blood circulation – in the inner ear and ...click here to read more

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) risk is higher in adults whose eyes adjust to darkness slowly, according to research findings. Your eyes’ ability to adjust to the dark after bright light is called dark adaptation. Researchers believe the time it takes for you to adjust to darkness offers some insight into your AMD risk. The research ...click here to read more