Link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s: oral bacteria and brain inflammation
Oral bacteria, associated with diseases of the mouth, have been increasingly implicated in systemic conditions like colon cancer and heart disease.
In a recent study...
How coffee and tea may influence your high blood pressure risk
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a prevalent condition worldwide and a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other health issues.
Lifestyle factors,...
Dental detectives tackle sensitive teeth: a sweet relief
When you have a good day, you show off your pearly whites with a big smile. But sometimes, those very same teeth can be...
Dahlia flowers have superpowers of treating diabetes, study finds
A group of scientists from the University of Otago found something amazing. Dahlia flower petals can help people with diabetes control their blood sugar...
Brain’s blood sugar detectors: A sweet discovery
Blood sugar. We all have it. It gives us the energy we need to get through the day. But, too much or too little...
Alcohol-related severe liver damage spikes during COVID-19 pandemic
Amidst the pandemic, there's been a significant increase in alcohol sales, and unfortunately, this has led to dire consequences.
Hospital admissions for alcohol-related hepatitis, a...
What is ‘sundowning’ and why does it happen to many people with dementia?
The term “sundowning” is sometimes used to describe a tendency for people living with dementia to become more confused in the late afternoon and...
Alzheimer’s cause: could a tiny worm and a diabetes drug crack the case?
A Sneaky Thief: Alzheimer's Disease
You know that forgetfulness that seems to come with age? Sometimes, it's more than just forgetfulness. It's a sneaky thief...
Understanding your health risks: the importance of metabolic health and weight
You might think that slim people are always healthier than overweight ones. That's not entirely true.
Recent research says lean people who have certain health...
The self-repairing ear: new findings may lead to treatments for hearing loss
Did you know the cells that allow us to hear can fix themselves when damaged?
This fascinating discovery was made by researchers from the University...