Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may significantly increase a user's risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The authors of a new study found that statins increase insulin resistance and also appear to impair the pancreas' ability to secrete insulin. … [Read more...]
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Are Men the More Narcissistic Gender?
Based on information collected over 30 years from more than 475,000 people, researchers from the University of Buffalo School of Management claim they can explain why some females fail to break the corporate glass ceiling: women just aren’t … [Read more...]
Quote of the Day
“I believe that we form our own lives, that we create our own reality, and that everything works out for the best.” ~ Jim Henson … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Bicycle Helmet
Wearing a helmet when cycling is vital for both young and old riders to prevent head injuries, but it is important that a helmet fits properly. The Cleveland Clinic suggests the following: the helmet’s padding should fit snuggly, it should sit level … [Read more...]
How Physical Inactivity Affects the Spine
MRI scans conducted on 72 older adults found that physical inactivity can be detrimental to the spine. Researchers observed the intervertebral disks of those with low physical activity levels appeared to be shorter than the disks of those who were … [Read more...]
Cardio May Help Slow Down Aging in the Brain
The findings of a new study suggest that cardiorespiratory exercise could be prescribed to lessen age-related declines in brain structure. Researchers found that cardiorespiratory fitness was positively linked to the structural integrity of white … [Read more...]
Can a South African Diet Reduce Colon Cancer Risk Among Americans?
Based on the dramatic effects observed when American and South African volunteers swapped diets for just two weeks, researchers suggest that a diet high in fiber and low in fat could possibly reduce an individual's risk for developing colon cancer. … [Read more...]
Don’t Wear Heels at Home!
According to researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, half of high heel-related injuries occur at home. This suggests that a simple strategy for women to reduce their risk of injury is to simply wear more appropriate footwear around … [Read more...]
Exercising Your Memory
To help individuals keep their minds sharp at any age, experts from the Harvard Medical School recommend learning a new skill or language, taking up a new hobby, reading books, and solving puzzles. Harvard Medical School, May 2015 … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Parents can only give good advice or put them on the right paths, but the final forming of a person's character lies in their own hands.” ~ Anne Frank … [Read more...]
Smartphone App Could Prevent Teens from Using Phone While Driving
A preliminary study suggests that a smartphone app that turns off a teenager's cell phone service when they turn on their car could help prevent accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, car accidents are the leading … [Read more...]
Back Pain and Sleep Difficulties
After following both chronic and new-onset back pain patients for six months, researchers report that two out of three patients with low back pain experience difficulty sleeping, typically during the week following an episode of back pain. Therefore, … [Read more...]
Could a Smiley Face Make Healthy Foods More Appealing to Kids?
While schools in the United States are providing healthier food options in their cafeterias as part of a federal initiative, getting kids to put more nutritious items on their plate can be a challenge. Researchers have found that adding a smiley face … [Read more...]
One in Four Breast Cancer Cases May Be Preventable
Experts from the American Society of Clinical Oncology advise that a healthy lifestyle can reduce a woman's risk for breast cancer nearly 25%, even if she has a family history of the disease. Previous research has associated the following lifestyle … [Read more...]