Category Archives: Health News

Many people struggle to sleep at night, but new research suggests that exercise may help. Researchers have found that exercising regularly can help people fall asleep and stay asleep, even if they struggle with insomnia. So, if you’re having trouble sleeping, try hitting the gym or taking a walk before bedtime – you may be ...click here to read more

A bad marriage may literally be breaking your heart. New research suggests that heart attack survivors in stressful relationships are more likely to have a difficult recovery. Researchers found that there is an independent relationship between severe marital stress and the worst outcomes in the first year of recovery following a heart attack. Compared to ...click here to read more

Good gut health goes a lot further than digestion. A healthy, balanced gut may help reduce inflammation, improve mood, enhance immune strength, and boost energy. Keeping your gut healthy, however, takes work. It’s true that you were born with a certain makeup of gut bacteria, or perhaps even a condition like irritable bowel syndrome, but ...click here to read more

There’s something about hearing birds chirping that is so peaceful and calming, and it turns out that this effect can be good for mental health. A recent study has shown that there is a correlation between hearing birds singing and improved mental well-being. Researchers found that participants who heard bird songs reported feeling happier, more ...click here to read more

Diet and exercise get a lot of attention for healthy aging. And they should, but not at the expense of other health factors. Poor balance, for example, can be perilous but is rarely considered by most. Poor balance is a common cause of falls, which send millions of people in America to the emergency room ...click here to read more

Scientists have long touted the benefits of regular physical activity for heart health, and new research shows that this holds true even in heart attack cases. In a recent study, individuals who were physically active before experiencing a heart attack were significantly less likely to have a second heart attack in middle age than those ...click here to read more

As people become more aware of the benefits of a healthy diet, finding ways to eat healthily has become increasingly popular. And so are the potential options for achieving diet-related health goals. But a new study suggests that people who are trying to eat healthily are substantially missing the mark. Only about a quarter of ...click here to read more

New research has found a possible link between psychological stress and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a condition that affects the large intestine and causes abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation. While the cause of IBS is unknown, it’s thought to be related to changes in how the brain and gut interact. There ...click here to read more

There aren’t many people who are so-so about black licorice. It has its lover and its haters, and that’s about it. But loving black licorice and eating a lot of it can be dangerous. At the root of the issue is the actual licorice root. Licorice, or Glycyrrhiza glare, is a type of legume, like ...click here to read more

By now, you almost certainly know that dietary decisions can play a key role in your health. And when it comes to your colon, it’s no different. The foods you regularly eat can impact how your organs function and your risk for illness. A diet low in processed food is associated with better heart, metabolic, ...click here to read more

Did you know that living in a busy city or even a residential area can increase your risk for dementia? A new study has linked traffic-related air pollution to an increased incidence of the neurodegenerative disease. Researchers found that for every one microgram per cubic meter (µg/m3) increase of fine particulate matter exposure, the risk ...click here to read more

Vegan food has become a bit of a trend lately, and for a good reason. It has been shown to have many health benefits, including lower heart disease risk, decreased body weight, and low cholesterol levels. However, some people are only eating raw plant foods as an extreme form of veganism which may be causing ...click here to read more

It can feel nice and cozy to sit inside at home during the winter, but winter can be a real struggle for people with allergies or respiratory problems. Stale indoor air and heating systems can boost the number of allergy-inducing dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores that circulate in your space. Most things that ...click here to read more

Most people want to drink from the fountain of youth. The problem is that it likely doesn’t exist. If anything, various fountains may offer a chance at a longer and healthier life. New research suggests that vitamin D could be one of them. The popular nutrient, known as the sunshine vitamin because it is synthesized ...click here to read more