People who are concerned about their heart health may want to consider taking such as vitamin D as a way to lower their risk for heart disease, as a new study reveals that the nutrient can potentially protect the organ from damage. According to researchers from the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute, adding vitamin D
Nutritional supplements containing isoflavone a chemical that is found in soybeans and legumes can improve the blood flow in the arteries of stroke patients, new research reveals. The study, published in the European Heart Journal, looked at the effects of a daily dose of 80 milligrams of isoflavone on 50 stroke victims, whose
Those trying to follow a weight loss plan sometimes crave an extra portion of less-healthy food, or spend time at an event where temptation is inevitable. For a few, it can be difficult to get back on track. Now, new research shows that the overindulgent may not be entirely at fault. According to the University
The human body uses the vitamin B12 for almost every cellular process. Recent research has determined that boosting one’s levels of the vitamin may reduce the likelihood of developing neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease. Published in the journal Neurology, the study involved taking blood samples from mature adults over the age of 65 and analyzing
A new study suggests theres another health benefit to shedding some extra pounds. Researchers at the University of North Carolina are saying moderate weight loss can reduce the risk of developing osteoarthritis of the knees (OA). The large study followed more than 1,400 men and women over the age of 45 without OA in at
In a study conducted in Denmark on the effects of estrogen-plus-progestin hormone pills for postmenopausal women, the findings show these prescription meds cause a 35 percent higher risk of a heart attack! In the largest study of postmenopausal women since the Womens Health Initiative (WHI), this new six-year study examined more than 700,000 Danish women
Peyton Posey With more than 1.8 billion people worldwide estimated to be overweight or obese, researchers are hard at work to discover ways to reduce the number of individuals who suffer from these disorders. And it may come as no surprise that overeating can have a substantial effect on your health packing on the pounds
Calcium is one of the most important minerals for your body and your bones. This essential strength-building nutrient helps your body maintain proper blood vessel function secrete hormones and enzymes and send messages through your central nervous system. Many people think that in order to drop a few pounds, they can simply drop many calcium-rich
A common type of bacteria found in our intestines may play a role in the development of colon cancer, scientists say. Enterococcus faecalis is one of the bacteria that naturally live in the gut, helping it to function properly. However, research published in Medical Microbiology suggests that in certain situations particularly among susceptible individuals
Men with erectile dysfunction (ED) who display signs of depression may have a higher risk of developing heart problems, according to a study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine. During a recent trial, researchers surveyed more than 2,000 men about their sexual health. While interviewing the participants, the investigators also monitored the men for