For couples having difficulty getting pregnant, eating more fruits and vegetables along with not smoking may be good advice. Researchers followed the weekly activities of couples undergoing fertility treatment and found male smoking increased the … [Read more...]
Wellness/Prevention
Weight Loss Can Benefit Knee Cartilage
Obesity is a significant risk factor for the development of osteoarthritis of the knee. A new study shows that losing a large amount of weight can slow the loss of knee cartilage in obese individuals. The study included over 500 overweight and obese … [Read more...]
Keep Safe While on the Road
When traveling in your car, whether it’s for your daily commute or a long trip, it’s important to protect yourself. The American Red Cross recommends: never drive when impaired, use your seatbelt, make sure to stay alert and are well-rested, never … [Read more...]
Night / Shift Work May Increase Breast Cancer Risk
Women who work non-traditional hours over the course of a career may have a slightly greater risk for a breast cancer diagnosis than those who work "9-5." Researchers combed through 25 studies regarding "breast cancer risk" and "night work" or "shift … [Read more...]
Can Vitamin D Lower Heart Disease Risk?
Vitamin D supplements may improve exercise performance and lower the risk of heart disease. Researchers say that vitamin D can block the action of an enzyme called 11-βHSD1, which assists in making the stress hormone cortisol. Elevated levels of this … [Read more...]
Eliminate These Bad Habits to Sleep Better!
Just a few bad habits can affect sleep quality. The National Sleep Foundation lists the following sleep-stealing practices you should avoid: consuming caffeine within six hours before bedtime; drinking alcohol or eating a large meal or snack before … [Read more...]
Breast-Feeding May Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer
A new study has found a link between breast-feeding and a reduced risk for an aggressive form of breast cancer called hormone-receptor-negative breast cancer. The international study found that women who breast-fed were up to 20% less likely to … [Read more...]
A Family Dog May Lower a Child’s Asthma Risk
Early exposure to dogs may reduce the risk of asthma in children. A new study found children in homes with a family dog during their first year of life had a 13% lower risk of asthma by the time they were old enough for school. The researchers … [Read more...]
Staying Up Late Associated with Weight Gain in Teens and Young Adults
The later a teenager or young adult goes to bed during weekdays, the more likely they are to gain weight over time. Researchers analyzed data of 3,342 teens and young adults and found that the later an individual's bedtime, the more weight they were … [Read more...]
Check Your Weight Regularly
Weighing yourself regularly is an important part of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. The Obesity Action Coalition recommends weighing yourself once per week using the same scale, weighing yourself at the same time and day of the week, … [Read more...]
Size Checks Among Children May Spot Celiac Disease
Researchers from the University of Eastern Finland believe that checking children for growth problems may help indentify those with celiac disease much faster. They found that screening children for five height- and weight-related differences in … [Read more...]
Are 80% of Strokes Preventable?
According to an article in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, four out of every five strokes could be prevented if individuals took measures to avoid cigarette smoke, eat a heart-healthy diet, exercise on a regular basis, and better … [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...]
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...]