This hidden hormone may cause high blood pressure in millions
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. More than 1.5 billion people are...
This new eye implant could help restore lost vision in older adults
Macular degeneration is one of the most feared eye diseases associated with aging. It affects around 200 million people worldwide and is most common...
Simple daily pill may delay knee and hip replacement in osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in the world, especially among older adults. As people age, years of movement, weight-bearing, and...
Foods you should avoid if you have high blood pressure or diabetes
If you have high blood pressure or diabetes, the food you eat every day plays a very important role in your health.
Both conditions are...
Common heart drugs may raise bleeding risk in older people
A new study published in JAMA has raised important concerns for older adults living with atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disorder also known...
Early warning signs alcohol is damaging your liver
Alcohol-related liver disease is a major health problem worldwide, especially because the liver plays such an important role in keeping the body healthy. The...
Why headaches and migraines may be linked to blood sugar
Many people wonder why headaches or migraines seem to strike some individuals again and again, while others rarely experience them.
For years, doctors have known...
Dietary strategies to ward off dementia
Dementia, a decline in cognitive function severe enough to interfere with daily life, is a growing concern worldwide.
While genetics play a role, research shows...
What to eat for breakfast to keep blood pressure healthy
When it comes to managing blood pressure, breakfast may play a more important role than many people realize.
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension,...
A new diet offers hope against Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine are offering cautious optimism: a specialized diet may help protect against Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that...