Could just one type of food disease-proof your body?
Posted on: August 5, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Could just one type of food disease-proof your body?

Decades of research have revealed that, while inflammation is your body’s key to healing, it can also become one of its biggest threats. While acute inflammation can help you handle injuries and even fight off infection, chronic inflammation is a recognized component of some of the most common (and riskiest) health problems. In fact, research has shown that chronic inflammation is associated with heart problems, blood sugar problems, arthritis and…

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‘Loneliness’ prescriptions are putting older adults in jeopardy
Posted on: August 4, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

‘Loneliness’ prescriptions are putting older adults in jeopardy

I just turned 65. My children have finally left the nest, and I relish my time alone. I have plenty of neighbors right outside my door to call on when I feel the need for some social contact. So, even though I live alone, I am far from lonely. But there are those who live alone and feel it. That’s a problem because chronic loneliness can kill you. It causes…

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Fighting MS with isoflavone-digesting microbes
Posted on: August 4, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Fighting MS with isoflavone-digesting microbes

Being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) can be frightening. This autoimmune disease of the brain and spinal cord causes the immune system to attack the protective sheath surrounding nerve fibers. As a result, MS can lead to loss of sight in one or both eyes or the ability to walk, as well as cognitive problems. And while there are treatments that can slow its progression, there is no cure for…

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Are statins the answer to beating cancer?
Posted on: August 4, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Are statins the answer to beating cancer?

Just in the last few years research has come out implying that taking statins may provide an edge over different types of cancer. But are statins wonder drugs? That depends on who you talk to… 40 million Americans take them every day, prescribed by their doctors to help lower cholesterol levels. But statistics show that heart disease is still winning. 655,000 Americans still die from heart disease each year. Statin…

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How to release proteins in your body that attack cancer
Posted on: August 3, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

How to release proteins in your body that attack cancer

I don’t know anyone who professes to love exercise, but I don’t think anyone would argue the fact that exercise is good for your health. Following a regular exercise routine, and not necessarily an overly strenuous one, is good for just about everything: your heart, your lungs, your weight and your brainpower. Research has also shown us that exercise can slash our cancer risk, especially for hormone-driven cancers like breast…

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The surprising truth about soy and hot flashes
Posted on: August 3, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

The surprising truth about soy and hot flashes

Soy has gotten a bit of a bad rap in recent years. And there’s still plenty of debate about whether it can hurt or help our health. On the one hand, studies have linked soy products to health issues related to hormone disruption, including thyroid problems and breast health issues, as well as other problems like allergies and asthma. Some soy products, like soybean oil, are especially unhealthy and can…

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Why blue light contributes to weight gain
Posted on: August 3, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Why blue light contributes to weight gain

You may have already heard about the negative consequences of blue light on your health. In fact, blue light, which is emitted from screens like your television, tablet or smartphone has been proven to damage your sleep. And it’s been connected to a 60 percent higher risk of colon cancer! That blue light exposure could even be accelerating your aging. Now a study is demonstrating that the type of light…

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Worried about the Delta variant? Here are 6 things to know
Posted on: August 3, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Worried about the Delta variant? Here are 6 things to know

It’s hard to know what to expect from the pandemic right now. While some places are opening up, others are moving towards an increasing level of restrictions. And the biggest reason for the hesitation right now is the new Delta variant our country is dealing with. That’s why we’re breaking down what experts at Yale Medicine are telling us about the variant to try to clear up some of the…

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Pneumonia carries a heart attack risk aspirin can lower
Posted on: July 31, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Pneumonia carries a heart attack risk aspirin can lower

After a year-and-a-half of worrying about COVID-19, it might almost be a relief to catch a summer cold! But let’s keep things in perspective — summer colds are no fun. The cold you catch now will probably last longer than the one you caught during the winter. It can also lead to more serious respiratory ailments like pneumonia. If you already have risk factors for heart disease, things like hypertension,…

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Overactive bladder: Causes, risk factors and fixes
Posted on: July 31, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Overactive bladder: Causes, risk factors and fixes

Overactive bladder (OAB) is just what it sounds like: A condition that causes the sudden and frequent urge to urinate. OAB isn’t uncommon. It affects as many as 16 percent of adult men and 33 percent of adult women. Overactive bladder can be neurogenic, caused by neurological problems such as stroke or spinal cord injuries. Neurogenic OAB can also be a result of Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, spina bifida or…

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