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Study suggests higher vitamin D doses may be needed for heart health

Recent research conducted by Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City suggests that the current guidelines for Vitamin D intake may not be enough to...

Herbal remedies for lowering high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major health concern that can lead to serious conditions like heart disease and stroke if...

Vitamin B3 supplement may reduce peripheral artery disease

Researchers have found a potential new treatment for peripheral artery disease (PAD), a condition that affects blood flow to the legs and causes chronic pain,...

This diabetes drug can bring serious heart risks

Rosiglitazone is a medication used to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. It belongs to a class of drugs...

The surprising link between personality and Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in older people. It slowly damages important parts of the brain that control memory and...

Study shows a major cause of gut inflammation

Imagine your gut as a busy, thriving city filled with countless tiny residents. These residents are not people, but microorganisms—bacteria, viruses, and even little...

Watching your blood pressure can help prevent this brain lesion

A new study from scientists at the University of Miami has found an important connection between blood pressure and brain health, especially as we...

Widely used blood pressure drugs may be dangerous to women

A new study from the University of Bologna has found that women who take beta-blockers to manage high blood pressure may face a higher...

Warning signs of clogged arteries you shouldn’t ignore

Clogged arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, happen when sticky plaque builds up inside the arteries—those important blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to the...

Room temperature can affect cognitive function in older people

A recent study has found that indoor temperatures can significantly impact how well older adults can focus and think clearly. The research was done...