Rebound headaches caused by the overuse of pain medications are a global problem that deserves serious research and treatment strategies, Mayo Clinic researchers said. Commonly called medication overuse headaches (MOH), these drug-induced headaches occur daily or nearly every day. They typically develop over time when youve built up a tolerance to your favorite painkillers. According
It may be a good idea to cut out high processed foods from your diet as a new study finds that a diet high in fructose increases the risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure. While such as garlic and hawthorn may help control hypertension, it may be beneficial to look into the nutritional facts
The kale family it’s healthy, it’s flavorful and, if cooked correctly, it may have cancer-fighting properties. So said a group of researchers from the University of Illinois, who recently published a study touting the health benefits of fresh or lightly steamed broccoli. According to the group, this and other vegetables are naturally rich in
It may seem a little crazy, but eating MORE fiber can help you shed some of those unwanted pounds by making you feel fullerfaster. Since it moves slower through the body than processed foods, you will feel satisfied much longer. Try adding these fiber-filled foods to your diet and see the weight disappear: Black beans
Metabolic status prior to pregnancy may determine if a woman will develop type 2 diabetes after becoming pregnant, according to findings published in the American Journal Epidemiology. Researchers have previously found that gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) diagnoses during pregnancy can lead to type 2 diabetes after a woman’s child is born. In order to better
Recent scientific research has uncovered a new reason to shed excess poundsbesides wanting to lose your love handles or fit into your skinny jeans. The study concluded that being overweight or obese may increase your likelihood of having severe headaches and migraines! According to a Reuters Health report, Earl S. Ford, M.D., and colleagues at
The season in which a pregnant woman is in her first trimester may determine what type of allergies her child may develop later in life, according to a study published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. During a five-year trial, researchers monitored allergy patterns of approximately 6,000 infants born between 2001 and 2006.
Looking for a safe and natural stain lifter to brighten your whites? Try vinegar. The Family and Consumer Science Extension at Colorado State University suggests mixing 1 ? teaspoons of dishwashing soap with several drops of white vinegar and blot the trouble spot of your clothing. Wash as usualand see your stains disappear!
There has been much furor in the past few decades about whether eggs beyond dietary supplements, one of the few sources of omega-3 fatty acids are good for you. Some researchers have chided egg-eaters for their cholesterol intake, while others have praised them for their attention to good nutrition. Now, an Israeli scientist
Patients dealing with the late stages of terminal cancer may benefit from gentle massage therapy, according to a new study conducted by the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. Researchers studied 380 hospice patients suffering from advanced forms of cancer. Lead researcher Jean S. Kutner, M.D., and colleagues found that after two weeks of