Older women who are overweight may be more susceptible to suffering from memory problems, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society. During a recent trial, a team of researchers enrolled more than 8,700 women aged 65 to 79 years in order to determine how excessive weight gain may affect
A new report finds the number of people suffering from Alzheimers and other types of dementia is on the rise across the world. The research, released by the group Alzheimers Disease International, which is a nonprofit federation of more than 70 national groups, says more than 35 million people across the globe are currently suffering
Your liver is under attack every daybombarded by environmental toxins and pollutants in your air, food and water that didnt even exist a generation ago. Add in prescription drug usage, over-the-counter medications, junk food, harmful food additives and excessive alcoholand you can end up with a clogged and sluggish liver that may ultimately impact your
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Did you know that more than 100 million Americans have high blood cholesterol levels, excess homocysteine or other risk factors for heart disease? Cholesterol-lowering drugs are a cash cow for doctors and drug makersas evidenced by Forbes Magazine sales estimates topping $26 billion each year! In todays Monday Edition of Health News
Some individuals take such as omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E to ensure theyre giving their eyes the best nutrients available. Now, scientists may have discovered a new way to treat glaucoma before its too late. A new study published in the journal, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, found that glaucoma development is
While most people are familiar with blueberries as an addition to smoothies, cereals or pies, fewer may have heard about their recent use in a study aimed at determining the fruit’s effect on cardiovascular health. Research published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry announced that laboratory rodents fed blueberry peels and the leftovers
A healthy lifestyle can help reduce risk factors for diabetes. Now a new study has found that making healthy behavior changes can be an important health resource to help diabetics live longer lives. According to Reuters, the study followed 1,177 people with diabetes and 15,217 without diabetes from 1988 through 2001. It found that a
Those who start their morning off with a caffeine jolt may also be protecting themselves against type 2 diabetes. According to a study found in the Archives of Internal Medicine, drinking coffee or tea may help lower the risk of developing diabetes. Scientists are hopeful that these will help calm the national epidemic. Its been
New research has found that conditions like premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and depression may have an effect on how females handle pain and stress. According to a study published in Biological Psychology, women with PMDD and a history of severe depression were more likely to have lower cortisol and a greater sensitivity to pain compared
Women who have already experienced menopause and are following a high-protein diet may be at risk of bone density loss, according to findings published in Journal of Gerontology: Medical Sciences. In order to determine the effects of this regimen on post-menopausal women, researchers from Purdue University examined the results of two studies that had female