_ Respiratory Conditions Secondhand Smoke Linked to Sudden Cardiac Death By Jane Farrell article Continuous indoor exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke triggers changes in the heart’s electrical activity, known as cardiac alternans, that can … Read More→
_ Healthy Diet & Nutrition A Spinach Smoothie? Spinach Juice? Yes, and HereΓÇÖs Why! By Sondra Forsyth article A spinach smoothie? Spinach juice? Yes! These are the best ways to obtain the antioxidant lutein, according to research from … Read More→
_ Seasonal Health and Well-Being Hypothermia: How to Avoid This Cold-Weather Menace By Jane Farrell article Exposure to winter cold can pose risks for older adults and those with chronic medical conditions. Older adults can lose … Read More→
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_ Bone Health Beyond Bone Mineral Density: Additional Bone Traits That Predict Risk for Fracture By Sondra Forsyth article Every year more than 2 million older Americans experience a fragility fracture to the hip, spine or wrist. Usually the … Read More→
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_ Heart Health Yet Another Reason to Eat More Vegetables (And Fish) By Jane Farrell article A naturally occurring compound could be a new weapon in the fight against heart disease and hypertension. Researchers working with … Read More→
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_ Medical Care Parenting Is Your Medicine Cabinet Ready for Winter? By Sondra Forsyth article We spend more time indoors during fall and winter, which means everyone in the family is at greater risk for … Read More→
_ Vitamins + Supplements Herbal Medicines May Be Tainted ΓÇô Especially Those Sourced Overseas By Sondra Forsyth article If you travel overseas and you’re a fan of herbal medicines, heed this warning! In 2018, a University of Adelaide … Read More→
_ Stroke A Post-Hospital Risk for Stroke Patients By Jane Farrell article Patients who suffer an ischemic stroke, the most common kind, face an additional risk after being released from the hospital. … Read More→
_ Medical Care The Dangers of Mixing Prescription and OTC Drugs with Alcohol By Sondra Forsyth article ThereΓÇÖs a reason why prescription and some over the counter medication packages are marked with a ΓÇ£Do not mix with … Read More→
_ Alternative Health Mind & Body Wellness Spiritual Health Treating Illness at its Root: The Healing Power of Earthing By Jane Farrell article The simple fix behind a cure for fatigue, insomnia, and more.┬á If you dig back far, far into your brainΓÇöa … Read More→
_ Experts: Don't Give Kids Decongestants By Jane Farrell article Experts are warning that decongestants should not be given to children under 6 – and given only with caution in … Read More→