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A stroke can seem to strike from nowhere. But in truth the risk of having one doubles every 10 years after age 55. Of course, some things can take that risk even higher, like a diet high in saturated fats, not getting enough exercise, drinking alcohol and smoking. All of these could be lumped together as unhealthy lifestyle habits. But all of us know someone seemingly hit by a stroke…
Someone is diagnosed with dementia every seven seconds. And the odds are good that person is a woman. That’s because Alzheimer’s is almost twice as common in women, which makes identifying female-specific risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease vital. Especially since experts estimate 40 percent of cases can be prevented or, at the least, delayed. These facts have led researchers to focus on menopause’s impact on cognitive aging, ultimately discovering that…
Most of us, and most importantly, the medical community have caught on that men and women experience heart attacks differently. And since women experience heart attack differently than men, it may follow that their cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks are different as well. In some ways they are… According to one study, depression and high levels of LDL (or bad) cholesterol were more significant risk factors for men, while the link…
Next time you’re at the grocery store, pick up a box of macaroni and cheese or a can of stew and take a look at the label. Sandwiched between expected words like “beef” and “cheese,” you’ll likely see a long list of unfamiliar words that defy pronunciation. These are all chemical additives of some kind. For products that are supposed to be food, there isn’t a lot of “food” in…
Manuka honey is made from the nectar of Manuka trees, which are native to Australia and New Zealand. But that’s not the only thing that makes it unique… It possesses antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, in addition to rich levels of compounds like flavonoids, phytochemicals, complex carbohydrates, vitamins, amino acids and minerals. That nutritional resume may be why several healing uses are attributed to Manuka honey related to wound healing, strep…
Blueberries continue to give up their secrets as to why they’re one of the most celebrated — and maybe the first — of the superfoods. They’re most revered for their reputation in supporting heart and brain health. That’s because they contain a powerful antioxidant that rivals resveratrol, called pterostilbene. But as researchers dig deeper into the little round wonders, they’re learning more every day — including how they can support…
Heart disease is the biggest killer of women. While one in 31 American women dies from breast cancer each year, heart disease is the cause of one out of every three deaths in women. Shockingly, risk assessment tools for heart disease that are specific to women are sorely lacking. But a routine medical procedure most women undergo at least yearly has identified a common denominator that could save more women’s…
There’s nothing “mild” about mild cognitive impairment or MCI. An estimated 18 percent of the world’s population has MCI and, sadly, anywhere from 10 to 15 percent will progress to dementia. While there’s no cure for MCI, dementia or Alzheimer’s, previous research has shown that early detection and monitoring can slow the destructiveness of the condition and prolong life. But for decades, doctors have relied on physical exams and assessments…
By now, you’ve probably heard about the 30+ health risks, including heart disease, associated with ultra-processed foods (UPF) — the kinds that bear little to no resemblance to the real, whole foods that made up our grandparents’ diets. So it’s not surprising that these foods, which make up a chunk of the standard American diet, are fueling the growing diabetes epidemic. However, what may surprise you is just how little…
I bet you’ve heard of weekend warriors, even if you’re not one yourself. But after I share something with you known as the “weekend warrior phenomenon” —you may want to join their ranks… Chances are we all know a weekend warrior. Maybe it’s the sister-in-law who sits behind a desk all week, works late and goes to bed early. But come Saturday morning she packs the car to the hilt…