Dear Health-Conscious Friend, If youre a woman approaching menopause yearsyou may be all too familiar with night sweats hot flashes and mood swings. If youre considering hormone replacement therapybe sure to read this weeks Monday Edition of Health News Weekly. Ill tell you how this treatment might have serious consequences for your heart health Youll
The chronic disease rheumatoid arthritis can cause painful stiffness and swelling in your joints. Now, new research shows that your stiff joints could lead to a stiff heart! Research presented at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Annual Scientific Meeting showed that a condition called diastolic dysfunction appears to be more common in people with
Consuming omega-3 fatty acids is an essential part of any health regimen, numerous health authorities have stated. These unsaturated fats encourage good heart health and reduce inflammation. Now, scientists are saying that high-density lipoprotein (HDL) the so-called good cholesterol that is boosted by omega-3s may reduce the risk of colon cancer. Research conducted
Many folks pop a daily aspirin pill to reduce their risk of experiencing a heart or brain disaster. They do this with the blessings of their physicians and the medical establishment. But results from a new trial foundcontrary to popular opinionthat aspirin does not reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke for people with
People who are looking after the health of their heart may already be taking EDTA to promote healthy circulation throughout the vascular system. Now, a new Italian study suggests that eating a small amount of dark chocolate each day can also protect against cardiovascular disease. The results, published in the Journal of Nutrition, state that
Drinking a moderate amount of alcohol may have a protective effect on peoples bones, according to new research. Scientists at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University said people who consume one or two alcoholic drinks per day tend to have better bone mineral density (BMD). However, those who
Another study has emerged touting the benefits of vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin that is available as a nutritional supplement. Researchers at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey found that calcitrol the active form of vitamin D can induce a protein that prevents the growth of breast cancer cells. Sylvia
Could your daily coffee habit actually be good for you? According to new research, drinking coffee regularly may help women cut their chances of suffering a stroke. Findings published in the journal Circulation, which is issued by the American Heart Association, suggest that drinking coffee every day can offer various levels of protection against stroke.
The foods you eat, the physical activities you pursue and the way you manage your weight may all contribute to your risk of getting cancer, a new report states. According to the Policy and Action for Cancer Prevention report, published by the World Cancer Research Fund and American Institute for Cancer Research, approximately one-third of
Low intake of vitamin D in African American teenagers may lead to developing arterial stiffness, a sign of heart disease, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. In order to determine the effects of a vitamin D deficiency on heart health, investigators asked 44 black teens to take either