Category Archives: Health News

Travel can mean a lot of things to a person – adventure, rest, relaxation, exploration, and inspiration – but a new study suggest it may offer even more. A future study to be published in Tourism Management suggests that travel could offer unique benefits for people with dementia, particularly in the areas of mental health ...click here to read more

You may have heard of Life’s Simple 7 to improve heart health. Well, now it’s called Life’s Essential 8, and sleep has been added to the list. Since 2010, the American Heart Association (AHA) has outlined seven modifiable lifestyle factors – maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, being physically active, eating a healthy diet, and ...click here to read more

A new study suggests that untreated vision loss may boost the risk for dementia. However, researchers don’t know why. So, maybe it’s time to get your eyes checked. Any factor that could influence dementia risk needs to be explored. There is no cure for the condition that affects 5.8 million Americans and is estimated to ...click here to read more

Stress caused by traumatic events, job strain, relationships, discrimination, or everyday stressors likely accelerates the aging of the immune system. At least, that is the finding from a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). The accelerated immune aging may increase the risk for a host of chronic conditions ...click here to read more

If you have been waiting for grilling season to begin but are worried about heart health, you are not alone. There’s something about cooking food over an open flame that just tastes amazing. However, if you’re not careful, grilling can be pretty unhealthy. Many summer grilling foods such as ribs, hot dogs, and hamburgers are ...click here to read more

Oppressive summertime heat gets everybody talking about the importance of staying cool. But a regular summer day can also put your body at risk if you’re not taking care of yourself. Hot weather, in a way, is like a stress test for your body. Some people will respond poorly. Hot temperatures could lead to heart ...click here to read more

You ever have those days when you can’t seem to get off the couch? How about when a few of them string together? Energy is interesting. It can come and go without rhyme or reason, but building it back up may be counterintuitive. The truth is that sometimes the best way to increase energy is ...click here to read more

You may be surprised to hear that muting your phone may actually cause more stress than if you leave it on. It’s no secret that our phones have become an extension of ourselves. We use them to stay connected with friends and family, access information, and entertain ourselves. But did you know that there are ...click here to read more

Backyard barbecues are a staple of summer dining, and I’m sure many of you have already had the grill fired up a few times this season. However, many foods that people associate with grilling, like ribs, sausages, hot dogs, and hamburgers, are either processed or high in saturated fat and sodium, which can all contribute ...click here to read more

Did you know that exposure to any kind of light during sleep can be linked to diabetes and high blood pressure? According to a recent study, even the slightest bit of light exposure can disrupt our natural sleep patterns and increase our risk for these health issues. So, if you’re looking to get better sleep ...click here to read more

There’s been a lot of talk lately about the benefits of exercise and proper diet on the brain. Now, evidence is finally starting to mount up. Researchers suggest that regular physical activity and a balanced diet were linked with better cognitive function later in life. They believe that this is because both of these things ...click here to read more

There’s no doubt that hearing loss is a common issue among seniors. In fact, one in three people over the age of 65 has some form of hearing loss. If you’re one of those people, it’s important to take steps to improve your hearing protection and prevent further loss. The ear is a delicate organ, ...click here to read more

Many factors can increase your chances of dying from a heart attack or stroke. While some of these risks are unavoidable, others can be mitigated by making simple changes to your lifestyle. One risk factor that is often overlooked is our environment. A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE recently posted findings on ...click here to read more

Do you know how important sleep is for your cardiovascular health? The American Heart Association (AHA) have updated their checklist for ideal heart and brain health to include sleep as one of its eight basic heart-healthy habits. According to the AHA, getting a good night’s sleep can help reduce your risk of heart disease and ...click here to read more