L-theanine: Can it help lower high blood pressure?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that affects millions of people worldwide. It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke,...
Fear of another heart attack: how it affects stress in survivors
After a heart attack, it’s natural for survivors to feel stress, and new research shows that fear of having another heart attack may play...
These common food additives may increase colon cancer risk
A recent study from Georgia State University has found that emulsifiers, common additives in processed foods, may increase the risk of colorectal cancer.
These substances,...
Why the Mediterranean diet can help prevent heart disease and dementia
The Mediterranean diet has been celebrated for decades as a way to eat delicious food while staying healthy.
It’s not just a trendy eating style—it’s...
The latest medical breakthroughs in curing diabetes
Diabetes affects millions of people worldwide, making it one of the most pressing health challenges of our time.
This condition occurs when the body cannot...
Rare genetic discovery offers new hope for asthma treatment
Scientists at deCODE genetics have uncovered a rare genetic variant in the STAT6 gene that protects against asthma, a breakthrough published in the Journal...
How antioxidants can protect against cancer and heart disease
Antioxidants have gained a lot of attention in recent years for their potential to protect against serious illnesses like cancer and heart disease.
Found in...
Innovative treatments for vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is one of the most common types of dementia, caused by reduced blood flow to the brain. This can happen due to...
Basketball coach didn’t think his symptoms were a big deal. Good thing he went...
When Walt Morris started experiencing a handful of symptoms in early 2022, he downplayed every one of them.
Neck pain? Must be stress.
Headaches? Nothing a...
Blood pressure swings linked to sudden heart death
Middle-aged adults whose blood pressure levels change frequently over time might face a higher chance of sudden cardiac death compared to those with steadier...