You may already know that diabetes is linked to a number of other health problems, such as heart disease and stroke. Now, scientists at Tel Aviv University suggest type 2 diabetes may be a risk factor contributing to cognitive decline and dementia. In recent years, a large number of studies have sought to identify the
You may think that the digestion process doesnt begin until your food reaches your stomach. But it actually starts in your mouth when enzymes in your saliva start to break down food particles into their component nutrients for optimum absorption. The food is then swallowed and carried by the esophagus to the stomach. However, if
Roz Roscoe If your dentist has told you that you have periodontal, or gum diseasethis could be a sign of future blood sugar problems, too. According to a study led by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, periodontal disease may be an independent predictor of Type 2 diabetes. Periodontal disease begins when
Patients who have developed diabetes or insulin resistance disorders may have an increased risk of blocked arteries, according to a study published in Cell Metabolism. While previous studies have shown that insulin resistance can affect the liver, muscles and fat, a team of researchers used mice to see how the disorder affects the arteries. Using
A new study finds that older adults with insufficient levels of vitamin D die from heart disease more often than those with adequate levels of the vitamin. The research, published in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society, explored the association between levels of the vitamin in the blood and the death rates of those
Have you noticed more flab around your belly, hips and thighs lately? And are you making more frequent trips to the bathroom at night? Or perhaps youve noticed your libido has hit an all-time lowand youre wondering why Well, you could be suffering from a hormone imbalanceeven if youre a MAN! In todays Thursday Edition
Different areas affected more or less by dangerous diseases? Well, one report is releasing stats that show THIS region could be susceptible to more cases of cancer where do you think it is? Be sure to read the Thursday Edition of Health News Weekly to find out! Plus, can you name a natural remedy to
Vitamin C is important in the formation of collagena nutrient essential for the health of blood vessels, connective tissue, ligaments, tendons and bones. But new research has found that vitamin C can also help regulate blood pressure. A 10-year study involving 242 women between the ages of 18 and 21 was conducted by the National
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, There seems to be more bad news on the horizon for folks using two popular drugs. New study findings show one drug is linked to heart problemswhile the other may cause bone weakening. Is this the best the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has to offertemporary relief with long-term suffering on its
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Its no secret that heart attacks can be brutal killers. But many folks dont know that plaquethe rotting cholesterol sticking to your artery wallsis usually the culprit. Plaque narrows the arteries leading to your heart raises your blood pressure causes your heart muscle to strain and can ultimately cause heart death. But