After carefully examining available scientific data from major studies, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has concluded that even though daily low-dose aspirin can help ward of heat attack or stroke, it is not for everyone. The … [Read more...]
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Diet: Energy Drinks Equal Unhealthy Behaviors in Adolescents
Researchers at the University of Minnesota and Duke University have found an association between the consumption of sports and energy drinks and higher consumption of sugary drinks and smoking. Healthcare professionals are concerned about this … [Read more...]
Health Alert: Obesity at Age 25 Increases Risk of Severe Late-Life Obesity
Individuals who are obese by age 25 have a much greater risk of severe obesity later in life. Researchers found that men who are obese at age 25 are 23% more likely to be severely obese at age 35, while woman who are obese at age 25 have a 46.9% risk … [Read more...]
Health Alert: Obesity at Age 25 Increases Risk of Severe Late-Life Obesity
Individuals who are obese by age 25 have a much greater risk of severe obesity later in life. Researchers found that men who are obese at age 25 are 23% more likely to be severely obese at age 35, while woman who are obese at age 25 have a 46.9% risk … [Read more...]
Mental Attitude: Horses Ease Alzheimer’s Symptoms
A new study suggests that caring for horses is an activity that can ease the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Investigators observed 16 individuals with Alzheimer's disease and found that equine therapy elevated the participants' mood and reduced … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“A people that values its privileges above its principles soon loses both.” ~ Dwight D. Eisenhower … [Read more...]
Wellness/Prevention: Vitamin D Insufficiency Increases Fracture Risk
Women with low blood levels of vitamin D over a five-year period had a greater risk of osteoporosis-related fracture over the following decade. Osteoporosis International, April 2014 … [Read more...]
Chiropractic: Hand & Practice
The word “Chiropractic” combines the Greek words cheir (hand) and praxis (practice) to describe a treatment done by hand. Hands-on therapy with an emphasis on spinal adjustment is central to chiropractic care. Chiropractic is based on the premise … [Read more...]
Exercise: Exercise Curtails COPD Hospitalization
New research suggests that patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who exercise at a moderate to vigorous level have a lower risk of hospital readmission within 30 days compared with those who are inactive. Researchers found that … [Read more...]
Diet: Eating Legumes Keeps Away Bad Cholesterol
According to a new report, just one serving of legumes per day can reduce a person's low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. The study found that people who ate 3/4 cups of non-oil-seed legumes each day experienced a 5% reduction of LDL … [Read more...]
Health Alert: Half the Population of the Americas at Risk for Insect-Borne Disease
Approximately 50% of people living in the Western Hemisphere are at risk of one or more diseases carried by ticks, flies, mosquitoes, and other vectors. Some of these diseases include West Nile virus, Lyme disease, dengue fever, malaria, chagas, and … [Read more...]
Mental Attitude: Working Memory Boosted by Green Tea
Consuming green tea may enhance cognitive function, especially a person's working memory. Researchers found that study participants who consumed a beverage that included green tea extract showed increased connectivity between the right superior … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.” ~ John Steinbeck … [Read more...]
Health Alert: Gluten-Free?
The Food and Drug Administration explained that a new regulation regarding “gluten-free” foods is aimed at helping in the voluntary labeling of food products. Three million Americans have celiac disease. People with celiac disease have to avoid … [Read more...]