In the , we informed you of the scientific challenges to the recommended daily allowance (RDA) for vitamin D. Now, two more doctors are promoting the positive health benefits of vitamin Dand warning of the dangers of having a deficiency of this essential nutrient. John H. Lee, M.D., of Saint Lukes Mid America Heart Institute
A new study has found that children with leaner body mass tend to build bigger bones than those who weigh the same but have a greater percentage of fat. Researchers from South Dakota State University analyzed data obtained by taking bone and body composition measurements of rural Hutterite children in South Dakota. “We looked at
Hypertension is a significant public health problem, which can lead to life-threatening complications such as stroke or heart attack. Doctors are encouraged to screen their patients for high blood pressure, but this may not be sufficient, as many people lack access to affordable healthcare. Recently, a new study from the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute found that
Consuming vitamin D, either in dietary supplements or as a part of a healthy eating regimen, is vital for skeletal and cellular health. Individuals who dont get enough of the nutrient are at risk for a number of serious deficiency symptoms, as are people whose body cannot adequately process the vitamin. Concerning the latter group,
You may already be aware of the connection between traffic and other outdoor pollution and asthma symptoms. Now, new research suggests that indoor pollution may also play a role. According to scientists at Johns Hopkins University, rising levels of particulate matter is responsible. Findings published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives draw a connection between
Good news for those who enjoy a cup of joe in the morning: drinking coffee when you are middle-aged could help ward off signs of dementia later on. A Swedish/Finnish study found that people who drank a moderate amount of coffee defined as between 3 and 5 cups per day when they were
Do you frequently experience constipation gas bloating indigestion and persistent fatigue? Then unfortunately theres a good chance that the undigested foods in your colon have attracted parasites. And this isnt just a problem in developing countries. Recent medical studies suggest about 85 percent of Americans are infested with at least one type of parasite. To
If youre setting goals for the coming yearheres a simple suggestion to help improve your health. You should give your heart proper nourishment to keep it from becoming too pooped to pump! You already know your body needs fuel to work properlyand your heart is no exception. Without proper fuel, you can develop heart disease
Devils claw is an African plant with long-established medicinal properties, but a long drought has pushed it closer towards extinction, and scientists around the world are scrambling to preserve its unique compounds. The scientific community believes the plant may hold the key to effective treatments for a range of conditions including arthritis and tendonitis. Its
Patients who have been diagnosed with Alzheimers disease may be at an increased risk of developing blood clots, according to findings published in Neuron. Researchers discovered that in addition to causing damage to neurons, the disease may also be blocking blood flow in vessels found in the brain. This is because of an excess buildup