Gut bacteria could be the key to treating Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a serious condition that affects the brain and nervous system. It causes shaking, stiffness, and problems with balance and movement.
Around 8...
Common causes of constipation everyone needs to know
Constipation is something that many people go through at some point in their lives. It means you don’t go to the bathroom often, or...
What your blood pressure numbers really mean—and why they matter
Knowing your blood pressure numbers is a key part of staying healthy. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of...
Scientists discover way to boost insulin-producing cells in diabetes
Scientists in New York and Los Angeles have found a new way to treat diabetes. This exciting discovery could help people who live with...
How your blood pressure could be affecting your emotional health
When your doctor checks your blood pressure, it’s more than just a number.
High blood pressure is known to harm your heart, but it may...
Why you should pay attention to inflammation
Inflammation can be a visible part of how your body fights illness or injury. If you've ever sprained your ankle, you already know about...
Why quitting smoking before surgery may temporarily increase pain
A new study has found that people who stop smoking before surgery may become more sensitive to pain and need more pain medication during...
Depression may double epilepsy risk and make treatment harder
New research shows that people who have depression are more than twice as likely to develop epilepsy.
Even more concerning, once someone with depression is...
Caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s can age you faster
When Brittany Butts was a teenager, she saw firsthand how hard it was to care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.
Her grandmother had...
Lower your blood pressure the Mediterranean way: a delicious path to health
Maintaining healthy blood pressure is essential for a long and healthy life. High blood pressure and heart disease often go together and can lead...