How to manage high blood pressure naturally
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects a significant portion of the population and can pose serious health risks. It forces the heart to work...
Diet high in protein, zinc and niacin may protect heart health during weight loss
Conventional wisdom suggests that improvements in heart health during weight loss are primarily attributed to weight reduction itself, as well as related factors such...
Certain type 2 diabetes treatment may bring heart risks, study finds
For decades, sulfonylureas and basal insulin have been go-to second-line treatments for type 2 diabetes when initial metformin therapy is ineffective or poorly tolerated.
However,...
Our eyes as windows to heart health: a pioneering study
Our eyes are often described as the windows to our souls, but recent research conducted by St. George's and other institutions suggests that they...
Research shows a new trigger of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease has long been associated with the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons.
However, a groundbreaking study from Northwestern Medicine has challenged this conventional wisdom, suggesting...
Prunes is a sweet and nutrient-rich solution for high blood pressure
Prunes, dried plums that boast natural sweetness and chewiness without added sugar, are a nutritional powerhouse.
They are packed with essential nutrients such as vitamin...
Scientists find important cause of kidney disease
Our kidneys, often unsung heroes of our body, silently perform the vital task of cleansing our blood to keep us healthy. They act like...
Can ibuprofen affect your liver health?
Ibuprofen is a widely used medication, often taken without much thought, to alleviate pain and reduce fever.
However, a recent study conducted by scientists from...
Antioxidants may promote lung cancer growth, study shows
Antioxidants, such as vitamin C, have long been hailed for their health benefits, with many people turning to supplements to combat diseases like cancer.
However,...
Scientists are building bionic breast to restore sensation for breast cancer survivors
Breast cancer affects millions, and many survivors face tough decisions, like removing one or both breasts through mastectomy.
This surgery often leads to loss of...