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Fitness & Exercise
Participation in Sports Linked to Better Cognitive Performance
Exercise and sport are linked to improved ability to focus and maintain attention, a new study suggests. In addition to improved physical condition, the researchers … [Read More...]
Physical Exercise Strengthens the Brain
Exercise is essential to keep weight in check and keep our bodies in shape, but it also has a major impact on brain structure and function, researchers say. Numerous … [Read More...]
Nutrition
Diet Rich in Olive Oil or Nuts Linked to Reduced Cognitive Decline in Old Age
A Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fish, and olive oil, has been promoted as a tool for weight control, and researchers have now shown that it might … [Read More...]
Consuming Fish Oil Could Minimize Harmful Effects of High Fat Diet on the Brain
High fat diets are known to hinder the creation of new brain cells, and new research shows that taking in sufficient omega-3 fatty acids, present in fish oils, could … [Read More...]
Latest Health News
Bacteria Resistant to Last-Resort Antibiotic Also Evade Our Immune System
May 22, 2013 By Patricia Leave a Comment
Treatment of bacteria resistant to multiple antibiotics with a last-resort drug may be risky, a new study suggests, because developing resistance to this drug, called colistin, also allows bacteria to evade the human immune system. Bacteria resistant to the antibiotic colistin are also commonly resistant to antimicrobial substances made by the … [Read More...]
Genetic Predisposition to Postpartum Depression Identified
May 22, 2013 By Patricia Leave a Comment
Certain women may be at a higher risk of developing postpartum depression as a result of how their genes are regulated by hormones. A new study has identified a suite of genetic markers that occur more often in women that suffer from the disorder. Further research may one day allow researchers to more effectively screen at-risk mothers. The … [Read More...]
Young Drivers Getting Less than 6 Hours of Sleep More Likely to Be Involved in Collisions
May 21, 2013 By Patricia Leave a Comment
Not getting enough sleep may pose significant dangers on the road, a new study indicates. The study examined the quantity of sleep in young drivers, and found that those getting fewer than 6 hours were significantly more likely to be involved in collisions. A study by Alexandra L. C. Martiniuk, M.Sc, Ph.D., of The George Institute for Global … [Read More...]
Older Prostate Cancer Patients Should Consider Foregoing Aggressive Treatment to Improve Quality of Life
May 21, 2013 By Patricia Leave a Comment
Many men with prostate cancer may want to consider not pursuing aggressive treatment for the disease, a new study suggests. Researchers have found that in older patients and those with other underlying health conditions, other health problems are far more likely to cause death than the prostate cancer. Together with the serious side effects of … [Read More...]
Smoking During Pregnancy Increases Offspring’s Risk of Obesity and Diabetes
May 20, 2013 By Patricia Leave a Comment
Smoking during pregnancy is known to be harmful to the fetus, and a new study suggests that there are long-term effects on the child, which could even impact the health of the third generation. Researchers have found that women whose mothers smoked during pregnancy are at a higher risk of obesity and gestational diabetes. Women who smoke during … [Read More...]
Features & Reviews
Health in the Media: Paula Deen's Diabetes Diagnosis
Paula Deen has long been the stronghold for those who love decadent desserts, high fat meals, and high sugar drinks, and do so unabashedly and without warrant to a healthy diet. The Food Network star made her millions profiting off high fat Southern-styled cooking which was often swimming in bacon grease, butter, and sugar – items that every day Americans can’t get enough of and are suffering gravely from with obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.… [Read More...]
Knee Braces for Sports and Injury Recovery
Whether you are an elite athlete or simply recovering from a knee injury, knee braces can be a critical component to your joint health. Established in 2005, Better Braces provides customers with access to a wide variety of top sports bracing and therapy brands.… [Read More...]
Studies Show that Safer Medicines are Now Often Preferable to Surgery
Nobody wants to get surgery. Whether it’s done to remove wisdom teeth or provide you with a new kidney, surgery is universally seen as a cause of last resort – a procedure to undergo only when there are no alternatives available.
However, in recent years, certain surgeries have become so commonplace that they are often conducted without giving too much thought to the alternatives. Even though medical treatments may be possible or even preferable, surgery has become the standard response to these medical issues.… [Read More...]