Among post-menopausal women, drinking multiple diet drinks daily was associated with an increase in the risk of having a stroke caused by a blocked artery, especially small arteries, according to research published in Stroke, a journal of the American Heart Association (AHA). According to a news release from the AHA, this is one of the… Continue reading Diet Soda Linked to Strokes and Heart Attacks
Author: Jane Farrell
How to Make a Good Exercise Plan
If you’ve been wanting to exercise, but somehow never finding the time, maybe you should make an exercise plan to keep yourself on track. Having specific goals can help you adhere to the program. Drawing up a plan is also helpful if you’re very busy; it will compel you to carve out your time, however… Continue reading How to Make a Good Exercise Plan
Study Links Psoriasis Treatment and Improvement in Heart Artery Disease
Treating the inflammatory skin disease psoriasis with biologic drugs can reduce the early plaque buildup that clogs arteries and leads to heart attacks and strokes, researchers say. Their findings highlight how immunotherapies that treat inflammatory conditions might play a role in the reduction of cardiovascular disease risks. The study, funded by the National Heart, Lung,… Continue reading Study Links Psoriasis Treatment and Improvement in Heart Artery Disease
3 Signs that It’s Time to Break Up with Your Life Insurance Agent
Trust and communication are key to any successful relationship, especially when it comes to managing your money. It’s a good idea to periodically reevaluate your relationship with your life insurance agent to make sure they’re prioritizing your needs over their profits. Many people don’t trust life insurance agents, but the process has traditionally been so… Continue reading 3 Signs that It’s Time to Break Up with Your Life Insurance Agent
Intensive Blood Pressure Control and Dementia
Intensive blood pressure lowering has an impact on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) but doesn’t lessen dementia risk, according to the final results of two large, federally funded studies. The peer-reviewed findings of the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) Memory and Cognition in Decreased Hypertension (SPRINT MIND) were published on Jan. 28, 2019 in the… Continue reading Intensive Blood Pressure Control and Dementia
Eat Healthy – But Safely, Too
If you’re trying to eat better with the aim of improving your health or losing some pounds, that’s great. But besides the health benefits of food, you also need to monitor the safety of what you eat. And that holds true as well when the food isn’t considered healthy. Here, Stop Foodborne Illness, a nonprofit… Continue reading Eat Healthy – But Safely, Too
Climate Change May Increase Congenital Heart Defects
Researchers say that rising temperatures stemming from global climate change could increase the number of infants born with congenital heart defects (CHD) in the United States in the next two decades. Concretely, that could mean up to 7,000 additional cases over an 11-year period in eight representative states: Arkansas, Texas, California, Iowa, North Carolina, Georgia,… Continue reading Climate Change May Increase Congenital Heart Defects
4 Ways A Good Smile Improves Your Life
Many people go to the dentist not just because they want good oral health, but also because having a great smile is a good confidence booster and makes them likelier to smile more often. And it impacts those who see that dazzling smile. Every day we see people who tell us about how their friends,… Continue reading 4 Ways A Good Smile Improves Your Life
Kids Who Survive Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Face Greater Risk of Another Cancer in Later Life
Children who survive Hodgkin’s lymphoma have an increased risk of developing a new cancer later in life, research shows. The findings were published in Cancer, the American Cancer Society’s international peer-reviewed scientific journal. The research was conducted at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). While previous studies on childhood survivors have indicated this increased… Continue reading Kids Who Survive Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Face Greater Risk of Another Cancer in Later Life
Discussing Financial and Life Changes with Your Doctor
Planning for your care in the event of a long-term or serious illness can involve more than giving a loved one a health care directive, a living will or health care proxy, and a power of attorney. If you have questions about what choices you have, you can ask your doctor as well. One way… Continue reading Discussing Financial and Life Changes with Your Doctor
Revealed: The Secrets of Cosmetic Surgery
Popular TV shows such as Botched and the old favorite Nip/Tuck portray cosmetic surgeons as perfect specimens of their profession. They have looks, wealth, an impeccable fashion sense and a significant other that’s the epitome of perfection. But that’s just the public face of the business. There are practice secrets that are kept more confidential… Continue reading Revealed: The Secrets of Cosmetic Surgery
The Latest News on Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a frightening vision condition that affects the optic nerve, and if the damage continues untreated, it can lead to blindness. But experts say there is reason for hope. “There are new medications and procedures to treat glaucoma,” said Dr. Andrea Zimmerman, a low vision specialist with the Lighthouse Guild in New York. Additionally,… Continue reading The Latest News on Glaucoma
How to Avoid Common Skin Infections at The Gym
Exercising at the gym offers substantive benefits – weight control, disease prevention and even mood improvement – but it’s important to remember that germs thrive in the gym. And that could put you at a risk for common skin infections, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), unless you take some precautions. “While skin… Continue reading How to Avoid Common Skin Infections at The Gym
When You Should – or Shouldn’t – Use a Fitness App for Weight Loss
In the new year, hundreds of thousands of people resolve to lose weight and/or become more active. And a smart fitness device like Apple Watch or Fitbit might seem like a great way to track calories and steps. But, experts advise, be sure you’re using a device or app for the right purpose and that… Continue reading When You Should – or Shouldn’t – Use a Fitness App for Weight Loss
If You’re Thinking of Taking Red Yeast Rice, Read This First
Although red yeast rice, a traditional Chinese culinary and medicinal product, is marketed in the U.S. to help lower blood levels of cholesterol and related lipids, red yeast rice products may not be safe. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), some… Continue reading If You’re Thinking of Taking Red Yeast Rice, Read This First
How Young Is Too Young for Orthodontic Treatment?
Step into a middle school and you’ll likely see plenty of smiles accented by braces. But parents who put off a trip to the orthodontist until their child is on the cusp of the teen years could be waiting for too long. Plenty of problems can start developing – long before a child’s permanent teeth… Continue reading How Young Is Too Young for Orthodontic Treatment?
Money Troubles Linked to Heart Disease Risk
Sudden, unpredictable drops in personal income during young adulthood are linked with an increased risk of developing heart disease and/or dying from any cause, according to new research. In the United States, the recent rise in income inequality suggests that a larger proportion of the population faces poverty and economic difficulties. In addition, while most… Continue reading Money Troubles Linked to Heart Disease Risk
What You Need to Know About Caffeine
How much caffeine are you consuming? Some of us have just one wake-up cup of coffee per day. Others follow their morning cup with a cola or two and some more coffee throughout the day. What’s safe? The word from the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Caffeine