Men who enjoy an active social life may actually be lowering their chances of suffering from dementia, the results of a new study suggest. Research published in the journal Alzheimers & Dementia found a link between reduced incidence of dementia and participation in activities such as visiting with friends, attending clubs and spending time with
Prostate cancer patients who have lower insulin levels and carry less extra weight are less likely to die from their disease, according to new research. The study, to be published in The Lancet Oncology, suggests that tackling obesity may be an effective way of treating this type of cancer. “Obesity effects and the insulin effects
Nutritional supplements containing a range of important vitamins have been shown to be effective for a number of health conditions and now scientists suggest they could now help some people to regain their hearing. Researchers at the University of Michigan are developing a pill that they suggest could reverse hearing injury, as long as
Many people already take nutritional supplements to help support healthy bones and prevent diseases such as osteoarthritis. Now, scientists from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease say they have learned more about the process of bone degeneration. Bone degeneration takes places when cells known as osteoclasts migrate through the blood to the surface
Some folks swear by the herb ginkgo biloba as the ultimate brain and memory booster. Now research suggests it could also protect you from brain damage after a stroke! The American Stroke Association says strokes can occur when a blood vessel to the brain is blocked by a clot or bursts. This damage prevents your
Irritable bowel disease (IBD) is a digestive disorder that affects more than 5 million people in the world. In order to assist research efforts toward preventing this disease, the Kenneth Rainin Foundation has given $200,000 in grants to medical teams developing protective treatments. People with IBD suffer damage to their colon and small intestine, which
Using aspirin may significantly lower mens PSA levels and interfere with the ability of doctors to monitor prostate cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers at Vanderbilt University say that the effects of aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on PSA a blood protein that helps indicate prostate problems may interfere with diagnosis. After
In the current economy, Americans are increasingly turning to herbal supplements and vitamins as less expensive alternatives to conventional healthcare. According to the Associated Press, many families are finding that their finances cannot cover prescription drugs and doctors visits are instead looking to treat themselves with natural remedies. For example, New Jersey mother Kristen Kemp
Ongoing research has repeatedly supported the idea that the complex of vitamins known as antioxidants is good for you. At their root, the benefits of antioxidants stem from their ability to reduce the damage caused by free radicals in the body. These nutrients can be found in nutritional supplements and natural foods, including pecans. A
The use of magnetic waves may alleviate symptoms of mood disorders, according to a study published in the journal Brain Stimulation. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a procedure that conducts electrical pulses, which are directed to stimulate certain lobes of the brain. Areas affected by this treatment increase mood-enhancing compound levels, such as dopamine, norepinephrine