While allergies to certain foods can require dietary restriction, the simplification of one’s eating regimen may have unintended positive side effects. Celiac disease, for instance, can force those who have it to eat more whole foods, according to Rye Patch. The news source said that the digestive condition, which is essentially a gluten allergy, can
As hunters die every year from strenuous exercise and bursts of activity that hunting can bring, the University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center will be hosting an event this month to discuss the risks and preventive measures as the hunting season approaches. According to Dr. Eric Good, a University of Michigan cardiologist, the combination of sitting
You probably know antioxidants can help destroy free radicals that damage cells promote the growth of healthy cells and protect cells against premature aging. One powerhouse antioxidant is lycopeneand its naturally present in your blood, liver, adrenal glands, lungs, prostate and skin. Lycopene has long been shown to help fight eye diseases like cataracts and
New research indicates that doctors are not carefully monitoring antipsychotic drugs, which can ultimately cause high blood pressure and cholesterol levels in some patients. According to research presented in the Archives of General Psychiatry, it was found that many doctors ignore the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warning when prescribing antipsychotic drugs to their patients.
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
Use of estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) may increase a postmenopausal woman’s risk of ovarian cancer, according to findings published in the journal Cancer Research. Furthermore, ERT may advance breast cancer, which starts in lymph nodes located under the arms. Researchers gave hormone treatments to mice that developed estrogen receptor positive ovarian cancer, a form of
Current research suggests theres a 50 percent chance youll experience prostate problems by the time you reach 60. In fact, by your 65th birthday, you most likely have an enlarged prostate alreadywhether you know it or not! If you feel sudden urges to pee more often experience a dribble of urine when you thought youd
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
Scientists and nutritionists have long touted the cardiovascular benefits of olive oil, which is a primary component of the Mediterranean Diet. Now, a new study suggests that oleic acid, found in this type of oil, may also help people feel fuller for longer providing hope for new weight-loss treatments. A team at the University
For many individuals, going to the dentist can be a nerve-wracking experience that could cause them a lot of anxiety. According to a new study published in the journal, Acupuncture in Medicine, individuals could seek alternative health resources such as acupuncture to help calm their nerves before entering the dentist chair. Its been estimated that