Diet Can Get Some Diabetics Off Meds
Many with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes can reduce or eliminate the need for medicine by making the right diet and lifestyle choices.
Kids with Asthma More Likely Exposed to Secondhand Smoke
Children exposed to cigarette smoke are more likely to suffer from asthma and are at an increased risk of other lung health problems.
New Testing Method for Vitamin Deficiencies
Blood proteins can be used to estimate levels of essential vitamins and minerals in just one test, rather than multiple individual tests.
Peanut Butter Smell Test for Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
A bit of peanut butter and a ruler may be an easy way to confirm a diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, U.S. researchers say.
Vegetarians Slimmer Than Meat-Eaters
A recent study has found that vegetarians tend to be slimmer than meat-eaters, with strict vegans being the most slim.
Stressful Life Events May Lead to Dementia
Losing a child, divorce, or suffering a serious health problem may increase the risk of developing dementia in women.
Advanced Kidney Disease and Statins Don’t Always Mix
Many patients who are in the advanced stages of kidney disease are inappropriately prescribed statins to lower their cholesterol.
When A Broken Bone Signals Osteoporosis
Sometimes a broken bone is just that, but other times it can be a warning sign of osteoporosis
Obesity Linked to Occasional Migraines
People who suffer with occasional migraines are more likely to be obese than those who don’t experience migraine headaches.
Obesity May Become Leading Preventable Cause of Cancer
Over the next decade obesity is predicted to replace tobacco as the leading preventable cause of cancer.
Tomato-Rich Diet for A Healthy Prostate
Tomatoes, red colored fruits like watermelon, and maybe even coffee offer prostate-protective health benefits.
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.