Women should not hesitate to search out health resources to treat their spider and varicose veins in order to prevent further circulation problems, a doctor has urged. Michael Wager, president of the German Vein Association, told the Deutsche Presse-Agentur that spider veins may indicate the presence of “deeper and hence unseen” varicose veins which
Alternative methods of treating vision diseases may reduce the risk of blindness in type 2 diabetes patients, according to findings published in the New England Journal of Medicine. By improving blood sugar level control, researchers may be able to slow the development of diabetic retinopathy, which is retina damage caused by long-term diabetes. In order
While it may not make headlines as often as vitamins C or D, vitamin A is just as important for the everyday functioning of many of the body’s different organ systems. Taking dietary supplements that contain this nutrient is one efficient way of getting one’s Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of the vitamin, as set by
Vitamin B and folic acid may be useful in lowering the risk of vision loss in older people, according to a new report. A diet supplemented by a combination of vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid appears to decrease the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in women, researchers from Brigham and Womens Hospital and
Although exercise is needed for general well-being, running shoes may be detrimental to hips, knees and ankles, a new study suggests. Despite physicians stressing the importance of exercise, research published in PM&R: The Journal of Injury, Function and Rehabilitation, suggests that running in sneakers exert more stress on joints than running barefoot does. Researchers selected
According to new research, Vitamin D may slow the progressive decline in lung function and ability to breathe that can occur in people with asthma. Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania found that calcitriol, a form of vitamin D, reduced human airway smooth muscle proliferation in cell cultures taken from asthmatics as well as persons
Gastrointestinal health experts at the Boston University School of Medicine have found that Crohn’s disease, a chronic digestive condition, may prevent the body from absorbing vitamin D, a nutrient crucial for maintaining bone health. Their results appeared in the journal Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD). Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects stomach and intestines
The latest issue of the Mayo Clinic Health Letter has drawn attention to the digestive health benefits of probiotics. According to the newsletter, probiotics appear to change how the immune system reacts to invading microorganisms by enhancing the system and also calming it when it overreacts, although the exact mechanisms are not fully understood. They
Drinking milk, eating cheese and yogurt, getting moderate sun exposure and taking a daily vitamin supplement are all effective ways to get your daily dose of vitamin D, and new research has shown that this nutrient may help reduce the risk of asthma among children. A report published in the International Journal of Biometeorology found
Acupuncture has been used for centuries to treat everything from chronic pain to infertility. Now its being popularized to smooth away the wrinkles and facial creases associated with aging. Although no studies have been done to gauge its effectiveness, facial acupuncture has developed a following with those who want a natural way to lessen frown