Meditation Can Help Lower Cold-Related Costs
Meditation and exercise can help reduce costs associated with acute respiratory infections, such as missed work days and medical visits.
Optimizing Exercise to Relieve PAD Pain
Exercise scientists are studying new technology that may allow those with painful peripheral artery disease to optimize their walking therapy.
Those With Fewer Gut Bacteria Have More Inflammation
Humans carry trillions of bacteria around with us in our gut, but some don’t have as many and that may cause mild inflammation throughout the body.
Physical Abuse May Increase Obesity Risk
Women who were physically abused as children are more likely to become obese adults.
Business Travelers Balance Work and Play to Ease Stress, Boost Health
Business travelers are increasingly adding some personal time to their trips and using diet and exercise to maintain good health while on the road.
Having a Healthy Memory Into Your 80s and Beyond
Researchers are studying those who are 80 and older who still are mentally sharp to learn more about preventing memory loss with aging.
A More Pleasant Colon Cancer Screening Tool
The process of colon cancer screening is enough to keep many from doing it, but a new less invasive test is on the horizon.
ADHD Risk Higher in Kids with Allergy and Asthma
More kids are being diagnosed with allergies, asthma, and ADHD and there may actually be a link between the three.
Genetic Links of Most Common Psychiatric Disorders
There is substantial overlap of genetic risk between many common psychiatric disorders.
Breast Milk Helps Serve Up Probiotics to Baby
Research has found that breast milk helps babies establish beneficial bacteria in their GI tract.
Say Healthy When Traveling Overseas
While there is always the danger of illness when traveling to an exotic location, these tips can help you prepare and reduce your risk.
Test Combo Can Improve Celiac Detection
Living your life with undiagnosed celiac disease can be a disaster for your health. Now, a new approach to testing can help diagnose many that previously went undetected.
Vitamin D Important During Pregnancy
Mom’s vitamin D levels during pregnancy may impact the future of her child’s bone health.
Soy and Kiwi to be Studied for Bone Health
Researchers plan to study the effects of soy and kiwi on the bone health of post-menopausal women.
Iron Accumulation May Contibute To Alzheimer’s
New research has found that iron accumulation in certain parts of the brain is associated with tissue damage and may contribute to Alzheimer’s.
Many Doctors Not Prepared to Treat Chronic Pain
Many physicians are not adequately trained to help patients with chronic pain, even though pain is the top reason for doctor visits.
More Fruit May Reduce Risk of Deadly Aneurysm
Those who eat more fruit can help reduce their risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm, a dangerous vascular condition that can be deadly.
Call for More Research on Early Lung Cancer Detection
The American Lung Association is encouraging more research on the early detection of lung cancer.