Common metabolic problems middle-aged people should watch for
As we reach middle age, our bodies go through various changes that can affect our metabolic health. Metabolism refers to the chemical processes that...
Can high blood pressure medications harm your skin?
Psoriasis is a skin disease affecting many people worldwide.
According to the Mayo Clinic, it is a chronic condition causing red, itchy, scaly patches on...
Common causes of pituitary tumors explained
Pituitary tumors are abnormal growths that develop in the pituitary gland, a small organ located at the base of the brain. This gland plays...
At 71, he’s back to fishing and renovating houses after a heart transplant
Home builder Keith Hoch was in his early 50s when he started to feel sluggish while building houses for his clients in and around...
How poor diet may trigger Alzheimer’s disease
Recent research has brought to light an important factor in the development of Alzheimer's disease: malnutrition.
Alzheimer's is a serious brain condition that leads to...
What you need to know about common liver diseases
The liver is a vital organ that performs many important functions, such as filtering toxins from the blood, aiding digestion, and storing energy.
Unfortunately, the...
Natural ways to manage dementia and Parkinson’s symptoms
Dementia and Parkinson’s disease are two conditions that affect the brain, leading to symptoms like memory loss, confusion, and movement problems.
While medications can help...
Loneliness linked to memory loss in older people, study finds
About a third of Canadians feel lonely, and a study from the University of Waterloo has found that loneliness has a more significant negative...
Sleep apnea linked to higher risk of heart disease, study finds
A study by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to a higher risk of heart...
Scientists discover new hormone that strengthens bones
Researchers at UC San Francisco (UCSF) and UC Davis have made an exciting discovery about a hormone that keeps the bones of breastfeeding women...