Alzheimer's disease can be devastating. We all hope to avoid it. This research explains how exercise can help protect the brain from this condition.
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.
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.
Everyone's heart ages as we age. But some age faster than others. New research shows a way to slow or possibly reverse the aging process.
Instant coffee has been popular for decades due to its convenience. But new research shows it increases the risk of vision problems.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.