Study finds key cause of type 2 diabetes
Diabetes is a widespread health condition affecting about 415 million people worldwide. Among these cases, nearly 90% are classified as Type 2 diabetes (T2D)....
Lowering this blood pressure number may protect brain from dementia, stroke
Scientists at the University of Miami have discovered that the lower number in a blood pressure reading—called diastolic blood pressure—may hold important clues about...
Common cholesterol drug may increase risk of kidney problems
A new study from Johns Hopkins University has found that a popular cholesterol-lowering drug called rosuvastatin might increase the risk of kidney problems, especially...
Natural supplements that help manage diabetes and high cholesterol
Managing diabetes and high cholesterol often means making lifestyle changes like eating healthier, getting regular exercise, and sometimes taking prescribed medications.
But did you know...
A common drug may help prevent heart attacks without bleeding risks
Heart attacks have been the leading cause of death in the United States for many years. Traditional treatments usually focus on breaking down blood...
Why blood pressure rises in the morning and how to manage it
Many people don’t realize that blood pressure tends to rise early in the morning.
This natural spike usually happens between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m.,...
Why long-term use of anxiety drugs can be harmful
Anxiety and sleep problems are common issues that many people struggle with. To help with these conditions, doctors often prescribe medications called benzodiazepines.
These drugs, such...
Yale study shows big cause of OCD in some children
Researchers at Yale University have made a significant discovery that could help explain why some children develop obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
They found that certain antibodies—proteins...
Best vitamins and supplements for people with diabetes
Living with diabetes means keeping a close eye on what you eat and how you live, but sometimes even the best diet isn’t enough...
How fat-rich fluid weakens the immune system in ovarian cancer
New research led by scientists in Ireland has uncovered how a fat-rich fluid found in the abdomen of ovarian cancer patients can weaken the...