Antioxidants
ANTIOXIDANT: We have all heard this word, we even know that the more we eat, the better off we are. Does anyone know why? Is it okay of I shed a little light? I am not a scientist and may not explain with perfect exactness, but I will try to simplify. Knowing this information will […]
Reducing Radiation from Medical X-rays
One of medicine’s most remarkable achievements is the use of X-rays to see inside the body without having a surgeon wield a scalpel. Before medical X-ray machines were available, people who were in an accident and had serious injuries would often need exploratory surgery to find out what was wrong,” says CAPT Thomas Ohlhaber, […]
It’s No Yolk
“Recent findings from a long-term research project by Harvard Medical Shcool links egg consumption with increased risk for Type 2 diabetes. Subjects who ate an average of one egg per day were 58 to 77 percent more likely to develop the disease than those who do not consume chicken ova. The study of 57,000 adults found that the […]
How to Dispose of Unused Medicines
Is your medicine cabinet filled with expired drugs or medications you no longer use? How should you dispose of them? Most drugs can be thrown in the household trash, but consumers should take certain precautions before tossing them out, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). A few drugs should be flushed down […]
Can Coffee Ward Off Type 2 Diabetes?
If you begin your day with a steaming cup of joe, you could be protecting your health as well as jump-starting your morning. Research shows coffee may reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. But to get the most benefit, you will have to fill your cup again, again, and again. Coffee and […]
Vitality at 50 and Beyond,
Where did I put those car keys? What’s my computer password again? As the years pass, you probably have these kinds of “senior moments” from time to time. There are two sure-fire ways to rejuvenate your brain over time: exercise and social connection. After only 3 months of exercise, MRI studies show noticeable growth in […]
Making Small, Health-Boosting Changes Throughout the Year
The fresh beginning that every new year offers prompts many of us to make sweeping changes for the good of our health. While the results are certainly worth the effort — living longer, reducing your risk of disease, and improving your energy level and outlook — you don’t need to make a dozen changes at […]
Metabolism Makeover
Do you believe you’re doomed to be overweight due to a sluggish metabolism? New research indicates that what’s wrong with your engine can be fixed. It is possible to improve metabolic functioning, and that means you can be healthier, feel younger and look better. Doctors once thought all our bodies worked pretty much the same way […]
How can I prevent high blood pressure?
To prevent high blood pressure, first consider your diet. A healthy diet can go a long way toward preventing high blood pressure. Trying following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension eating plan, also known as the DASH diet, which emphasizes plenty of fruits and vegetables and low-fat or nonfat dairy products. Studies conducted by the […]
Healthy Aging Takes Preventive Care
When you get sick, you go to the doctor to get better. But do you ever go to the doctor when you aren’t sick? If the answer is no, it’s time to rethink your healthy aging strategy and schedule a doctor’s visit with the goal of staying healthy. Preventive elder care involves regular exams, check-ups, and screening tests […]