Can weight loss help reduce high blood pressure?
Obesity is a major health concern globally and is closely linked to numerous chronic diseases, including hypertension (high blood pressure).
Managing obesity often leads to...
Best foods for stable blood sugar
Maintaining stable blood sugar levels is a crucial aspect of managing diabetes and preventing related health issues. Smart snacking can play a vital role...
Common causes of early-onset dementia
Dementia is typically associated with aging, but when symptoms start before the age of 65, it’s referred to as early onset dementia.
This condition not...
Aspirin and heart attack prevention: What you need to know
Aspirin, a medication known to almost every household, has long been used not just for pain relief and reducing fever, but also for preventing...
The dangers of tanning: A misunderstood health risk
Many Americans still believe that a tan makes a person look more attractive and healthy. This view persists despite warnings from health professionals about...
Rare longevity genetic mutation could prevent heart disease
A recent study suggests that individuals with a rare genetic condition known as growth hormone receptor deficiency (GHRD), also referred to as Laron syndrome,...
Music offers big cognitive benefits for older adults
A recent study led by Simon Fraser University (SFU) neuroscientist Sarah Faber, in collaboration with Health Research BC, reveals that listening to music can...
How to live well with kidney disease
Kidney disease can be a life-altering diagnosis. It often requires significant changes in lifestyle and can lead to serious health concerns.
However, with the right...
How sleep affects type 2 diabetes management
Getting a good night's sleep is not just about feeling rested. For people with type 2 diabetes, how well they sleep can also have...
What we know about the latest Alzheimer’s medications
Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder that causes brain cells to degenerate and die, leads to a decline in cognitive function and memory.
Until recently,...