Popular sweetener in food may harm brain blood vessels, study finds
A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder has raised concerns about erythritol, a popular low-calorie sweetener often found in sugar-free foods and...
Scientists find new way to treat tough high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of people in the U.S. It’s one of the leading causes of heart disease, stroke, and...
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: What’s the difference?
Many people use the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” as if they mean the same thing, but they’re not exactly the same.
Understanding the difference can...
Controlling blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking may prevent nearly half of dementia cases
A new long-term study from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has found that many cases of dementia before the age of...
Can early chronic kidney disease be reversed?
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term condition where the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood.
It...
This small habit plays a big role in preventing heart disease and stroke
In a forward-thinking effort to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, the American Heart Association (AHA) is urging doctors to take a...
This new salt could help lower blood pressure without losing flavor
Americans consume too much salt—on average over 3,400 milligrams a day—well above the recommended limit of 2,300 milligrams. This high salt intake is linked...
Study finds major cause and new treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI)
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are a painful and frustrating problem that many women know all too well. In fact, around half of all...
Research finds big cause of nerve damage in people with diabetes
A new study from the United Arab Emirates has found that people with diabetes who also have low levels of vitamin D may be...
Research discovers new cause of cognitive decline in older people
Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made an exciting discovery that could explain why our memory and learning abilities often...