Diabetes, hypertension, and smoking linked to higher dementia risk
Published Jun 27 2025 9:07 AM
Diabetes, hypertention and smoking carry big risks. We have heard about them for years. But new research has found another downside to them, a higher risk of dementia.
Tick risks vary by region. Here's where diseases have spread and how to stay safe
Published Jun 27 2025 9:05 AM
Ticks carry many diseases. Some, such as Lyme, can be very serious. The type of ticks and the diseases they carry vary by region. This article shows you what to watch for in each region.
This research looks at that question. However, a link between gluten and eczema is not clearly established. The research is not conclusive. For some people with celiac disease gluten does cause flares of eczema. For those who don't have celiac disease, no sure answer.
Novel blood test could diagnose celiac disease without triggering symptoms
Published Jun 20 2025 9:44 AM
Celiac disease is the inability to digest gluten. Any gluten causes gastric upset that can be mild to severe. The test for celiac disease triggered the symptoms cuasing distress in the patient. New research found a bloood test that may show celiac disease without triggering the symptoms.
A type of flavonoid found in tea and chocolate may help lower blood pressure
Published Jun 20 2025 9:17 AM
Flavonoids are compounds in fruits and vegetables that contribute to health and to the bright colors. New research shows a flavonoid in tea and chocolate might help lower blood pressure.
More research links GLP-1 drugs to potentially blinding eye diseases
Published Jun 20 2025 9:12 AM
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are being used extensively for helping people manage diabetes or just lose weight. They are effective in both areas. However, this research shows they aklso have a risk eye disease that can lead to blindness.
'Unhealthy' plant-based diets may significantly raise heart disease risk
Published Jun 20 2025 9:08 AM
There is much information and discussion about the benefits of plant based diets. The article explores the risks of some plant based diets, those with high salt and saturated fat content, and how they raise the risk of heart disease.