Green tea boosts cancer-destroying ‘guardian of the genome’
Posted on: February 23, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Green tea boosts cancer-destroying ‘guardian of the genome’

Green tea is already well-known for its many health benefits, which is likely why its popularity continues to grow worldwide, particularly among younger people. It’s rich in antioxidants called catechins and has been shown to boost metabolism, improve brain function, balance blood sugar, protect eye health and lead to better heart health and longer life. As if those benefits aren’t enough, green tea has also been studied for its potential…

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Walnuts slash heart disease and diabetes
Posted on: February 23, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Walnuts slash heart disease and diabetes

During early Roman times, the walnut was considered a food for the gods. Today, there is plentiful evidence that the nutrients contained in this edible seed prevent metabolic syndrome, the constellation of physical problems that sets us up for type 2 diabetes and heart disease, two leading causes of death in the United States. Walnuts have amino acids that relax smooth muscle and improve artery function, making hypertension less likely.…

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Two words on the problem with face shields: Vortex rings
Posted on: February 23, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Two words on the problem with face shields: Vortex rings

For better or worse, the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new world that looks like at least for now, it’s here to stay. And one of the biggest changes most of us deal with on a daily basis is those masks we must don to head to the grocery store, pump gas or even walk to a table in a restaurant. Yet, many people worry about what the masks…

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Medical marijuana and high blood pressure: Here’s what we know
Posted on: February 23, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Medical marijuana and high blood pressure: Here’s what we know

Medical marijuana, also known as cannabis, has been used medicinally for a number of years now to treat chronic pain, nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy and reduce muscle spasticity in multiple sclerosis patients. Medical cannabis is being researched as a potential therapy for a wide range of other conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy and glaucoma. But one area in which cannabis has yet to show proven benefit is heart…

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Fast action after these heart attack symptoms may save your life
Posted on: February 17, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Fast action after these heart attack symptoms may save your life

In the U.S. a heart attack happens approximately every 40 seconds. But you don’t have to be a statistic if you pay attention to your body and act on the signs it gives you. If you delay, it can mean the difference between life and death. In fact, the longer you wait to get treatment after heart attack symptoms start, the more damage can occur to the heart muscle —…

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Taurine: A natural ‘antibiotic’ and more
Posted on: February 17, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Taurine: A natural ‘antibiotic’ and more

Antibiotics are lifesavers. But because we’ve relied on them so heavily, and certainly “over-used” them, there’s a big downside to depending on them. That’s because many strains of bacteria have become resistant to our strongest antibiotics, leaving those in the medical field scrambling for alternatives. It’s been years since a new class of antibiotics was developed. But scientists are finding promise in taurine, a nutrient found in many of the…

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How bacteria can provide a barrier against pneumonia
Posted on: February 17, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

How bacteria can provide a barrier against pneumonia

Respiratory infections are serious business. We knew that long before COVID-19. After all, even with the flu, the difference between a mild case and a serious one, possibly requiring hospitalization, is the development of pneumonia. Bronchitis also can start out as a mild issue that can escalate to pneumonia. But there’s good news. Researchers have identified one more thing to add to your immune-boosting arsenal to reduce your risks for…

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Why your mouth is the gateway to health or disease in your body
Posted on: February 16, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Why your mouth is the gateway to health or disease in your body

In terms of health, your mouth can sometimes seem disconnected from the rest of your body. When you have a problem with your teeth or gums, you visit your dentist rather than your doctor to fix it. But if you’re looking to improve your overall health, keeping your mouth healthy is an essential step. Your oral health influences the health of the rest of your body, and the reverse is…

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Coffee’s secret power: Taking down heart failure risk
Posted on: February 16, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

Coffee’s secret power: Taking down heart failure risk

Coffee is the most popular beverage worldwide, with more than 400 billion cups consumed annually. And it’s because of that popularity that it’s in the news frequently — especially since researchers have begun digging into the health benefits of coffee. But while one day you may read that coffee has a newly discovered health benefit you can’t pass up, the following week you may read warnings about caffeine. So, which…

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What a daily glass of alcohol does to your heart rhythm
Posted on: February 16, 2021 Posted by: Michele Lee Comments: 0

What a daily glass of alcohol does to your heart rhythm

For the past decade, there’s been a lot of buzz about how a daily glass of alcohol, particularly wine, may be health-promoting. It’s based on the idea that the polyphenols found in wine, like resveratrol, protect and guard your heart. And it does have some basis in fact, since several studies have shown a slightly higher risk of heart problems for people who never drink alcohol, with some research showing…

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