Patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) are at risk for several poor health outcomes, including blood clots. A recent study that included 24 NAFLD patients found that participating in a 20-week aerobic exercise training program … [Read more...]
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Sulfur Amino Acids Are Bad for the Heart
The American Heart Association reports that a high intake of sulfur amino acids—most commonly found in beef, chicken, and milk—may be associated with a 12% increased risk of cardiovascular disease over a three-decade time period. American Heart … [Read more...]
Irregular Periods Linked to Greater Risk for Liver Disease.
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition that occurs when fat accumulates in the liver from causes other than excessive alcohol consumption, and it is associated with a number of poor health outcomes. An analysis of data concerning … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“The strongest man in the world is he who stands most alone.” ~ Henrik Ibsen … [Read more...]
Steps to Prevent Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer in the United States, but steps can be taken to reduce one’s risk for this deadly condition, such as: attending screenings starting at age 45 or sooner if you have a family history; eating a … [Read more...]
Biggest Risk Factors for Dementia
The American Heart Association reports that 42% of dementia cases in the United States can be attributed to these twelve factors: lower educational attainment, hearing loss, traumatic brain injury, high blood pressure, excessive alcohol consumption, … [Read more...]
Musculoskeletal Complaints Common in Nurses
Questionnaires completed by 550 nurses revealed that 88.1% experienced work-related musculoskeletal pain in the previous twelve months, with the low back, shoulders, and neck as the most affected areas. International Journal of Occupational Safety … [Read more...]
How Many Steps Per Day?
A systematic review that included 15 studies found that for adults over the age of 60, an average of 6,000 to 8,000 steps per day is associated with a reduced risk of premature death. Meanwhile, for adults under age 60, the optimal number of steps … [Read more...]
Nordic Diet Helps Lower Cholesterol & Blood Sugar
Among a group of 200 overweight, middle-aged adults, researchers observed that those who adopted the Nordic diet—an eating pattern rich in berries, veggies, fish, whole grains, and rapeseed oil—experienced greater improvements in their cholesterol … [Read more...]
Vaping May Increase Risk of Diabetes
An analysis of data concerning over 600,000 adults found that e-cigarette use may be associated with a 54% increased risk for prediabetes—a term used to describe elevated blood sugar levels that have not yet reached the threshold for diabetes … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“Discussion is an exchange of knowledge; an argument an exchange of ignorance.” ~ Robert Quillen … [Read more...]
Signs of a Stroke
The American Stroke Association notes the following are signs and symptoms of a stroke: sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg (especially on one side of the body); sudden confusion or trouble speaking or understanding speech; sudden … [Read more...]
Early Menopause May Increase Dementia Risk
According to a study that looked at the long-term health histories of over 153,000 women, entering menopause before the age of 40 is associated with a 35% increased risk for dementia later in life when compared with women who begin menopause around … [Read more...]
Is Standing Better for Guitar Players?
Examinations of 25 guitar players revealed that compared with standing, playing while sitting results in a greater tilt of the torso, increased abduction of the right shoulder, higher flexion of the left shoulder, and a higher radial deviation of the … [Read more...]