A new study shows that those who care for their spouses who have been diagnosed with dementia may be at a higher risk of developing the same disorder, according to findings published in the Journal of American Geriatrics. More than 1,200 married couples aged 65 years and older participated in the Cache Memory Study, which
By taking vitamin supplements, individuals who miss a few servings of fruit or vegetables in a day can ensure that they get their recommended allowance of vitamin C, at the very least. This nutrient plays an active role in a healthy immune system and is essential for the synthesis of proteins and neurotransmitters. A new
A form of prostate cancer therapy may lead to bone decay, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. Over the course of one year, a team of investigators monitored 26 prostate cancer patients who were being treated with androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), which may cause bone degeneration. Throughout the
Besides ensuring the proper development of a baby’s nervous system, folic acid can reduce the risk of a number of birth defects. Now, researchers are saying that its protective effects may even extend to a child’s later risk of colon cancer. A study published in the medical journal Gut found that laboratory rodents fed folic
We take care of our major organs such as the heart and the brain. But what about overall health when it comes to alkaline balance in your cells and tissues? Acid overload, or unbalanced alkalinity, can lead to a weakened heart and decreased circulation irregular digestion and bowel movements joint and muscle aches increased fatigue
Tai chi may provide another tool among health resources available to recent stroke victims, a new study suggests. Proponents argue that tai chi may improve balance and minimize falls, and Christina Hui-Chan, head of physical therapy at the University of Illinois at Chicago, tested whether the benefits would extend to stroke victims. Hong Kong residents
Although protein is a nutritional supplement that is key to building muscle and beneficial to overall health, there could be risks in the way that its cooked. According to findings published in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, frying meat on a gas burner could potentially increase an individuals risk of cancer. Cooking fumes that arise during
Nutritional levels found in spinach may improve when exposed to fluorescent lighting used in grocery stores, according to findings published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry. Prior studies have found that spinach is a high source of antioxidants, folate and vitamins C, D and K. Spinach is normally sold in clear plastic containers
If recent research results are further confirmed, scientists may have stumbled upon a discovery that can change the way we approach disease prevention and aging. Researchers from Kingston University in London, in collaboration with Neals Yard Remedies, tested 21 plant and herb extracts for their medicinal properties and found that white tea consistently outperformed them
Vegetarian diets, if properly executed, can be healthy and in fact protect against chronic diseases in infants and elderly alike, researches have said. The recommendations have come from the American Dietetic Association, which has released an updated position paper on vegetarian diets that appears in the July issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic