Health & Wellness
Tendon trouble – finding a fix for injured tissue
Tendons connect muscles to bones. Without them, your muscles couldn’t move your body. When you injure a tendon, it can affect your everyday activities.
“No...
Low-sodium meal ideas for high blood pressure management
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a growing concern for many people. Did you know that one in three American adults has...
New treatments for severe shoulder pain
Shoulder pain can affect people of all ages, especially those with injuries, medical problems, or wear and tear from aging.
In many cases, non-surgical treatments...
Low level of this nutrient in the brain may trigger anxiety disorders
New research from UC Davis Health shows that people with anxiety disorders tend to have lower levels of a brain chemical called choline.
This discovery...
Quitting smoking completely is the best way to protect heart health
Smoking is often seen as a habit that becomes more dangerous the more you do it. Many people believe that smoking only a few...
What you need to know about pink eye
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, causes swelling and redness inside your eyelid and the white part of your eye.
Your eye may also feel itchy and...
Getting a grip on gastroparesis – understanding slowed digestion
After you eat, your stomach breaks down the food before pushing it along. How long it takes for your stomach to empty depends on...
Removing a brain protein could slow down Alzheimer’s, study finds
A new study has found that removing a certain protein in the brain could help reduce the damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease.
The research was...
Scientists discover that human hair grows by being pulled, not pushed
For decades, biology textbooks have taught that human hair grows because new cells in the hair root divide and push older cells upward, making...
Throw out these 19 cookware items that may contain dangerous lead, FDA warns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an important warning about a growing list of pots and pans that may release dangerous...
Nutrition tips for managing high blood pressure
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common condition that affects many people around the world. It occurs when the force of blood against...
Study shows a hidden cause of deadly breast cancer
Scientists are gaining a clearer understanding of why some breast cancers become far more dangerous after menopause, especially in women with obesity.
A new analysis...
Grapefruit juice boosts beetroot juice’s power to lower blood pressure, study finds
Scientists from King’s College London have discovered that grapefruit juice may enhance the blood pressure–lowering effects of beetroot juice.
Beetroot is naturally rich in folate...
Why eating cranberries daily could protect you from heart disease
Scientists from the University of Düsseldorf have found that eating cranberries every day may improve blood vessel function and support heart health.
Cranberries, an evergreen...
Eating chocolate could help boost brain power, study finds
Scientists from the University of L'Aquila have found that cocoa and chocolate are more than just enjoyable treats—they may also support better cognitive function.
Flavonoids,...
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Brain Health
Removing a brain protein could slow down Alzheimer’s, study finds
A new study has found that removing a certain protein in the brain could help reduce the damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease.
The research was...
These popular drugs may be harming your memory, study finds
Many people take medications every day for common problems like allergies, high blood pressure, colds, or even depression.
But a new study from the University...
Study finds a surprising cause of stroke
A team of scientists from the University of California, Irvine has made an exciting new discovery about what might cause small brain bleeds, especially...
Cranberries could help boost memory, study finds
Scientists from Norwich Medical School found that eating cranberries for 12 weeks could help improve memory function in older people.
Cranberry is an evergreen shrub...
Alzheimer’s blood tests may be misleading for people with kidney problems
A new study published in the journal Neurology suggests that people with reduced kidney function tend to show higher levels of Alzheimer’s-related proteins in...