Eating french fries may actually double your risk of an early death. A new study give people a reason to say no to fries. There are many sources that have said that potatoes are very good for you. But, too many of them is not a good thing and it is even worse when they
Yogurt consumption in older adults linked with better bone health
July 28, 2017 – Posted in: Commentary
A study in Ireland has found that yogurt consumption may increase bone density, and thus reduce the incidence of osteoporosis among older women and men. The study took into consideration risk factors such as smoking and alcohol consumption and factored in people's use of Vitamin D and other supplements. Researchers concluded that, although more research
Medical News Today: Broccoli sprout extract may help to treat type 2 diabetes
July 28, 2017 – Posted in: NewsScientists found that there is something that can be extracted from broccoli to help with diabetes in obese adults. The compound helps to reduce the amount of glucose that is produced. The scientists tested the compound on 97 individuals with type 2 diabetes. They gave some of the participants a placebo and the others they
Maria Shriver’s coloring book for Alzheimer’s patients and their families
July 27, 2017 – Posted in: Commentary
The online version of a well known newspaper reports on a coloring book published by a celebrity associated with the Kennedy family. The celebrity's coloring book is designed for adults suffering from Alzheimer's disease. The celebrity's father died from this disease. The writer discusses the ideas behind designing the book. She told the newspaper she
Medical News Today: Ingrown hair: Treatment and prevention
July 27, 2017 – Posted in: NewsThere is treatment and prevention for ingrown hair. Ingrown hairs can be very painful and they can be a real nuisance to deal with. The people that are most affected by it are people with very thick and curly hair. If you want to prevent ingrown hairs, then you can do it from the comfort
Findings suggest underdiagnosis of AMD not uncommon in primary eye care
July 23, 2017 – Posted in: Commentary
Primary eye care doctors say 25 percent of eyes are normal due to dilated eye exams and had signs of age-related macular degeneration. The eye health problem will get worse over time since the baby boomers are getting older. Age-related macular degeneration is the most common causing unfix-able vision problems in older Americans. Yet many
Healing wounds with cell therapy
July 23, 2017 – Posted in: NewsThe healing of a wound can be tricky business. That can be especially true for burn victims or those that suffer from diabetes. Your skin is easily damaged and the blood cells don't do what normal cells do. With burns your skin is so badly damaged that even when its healed it looks awful. New
Eating chocolate may help prevent a fairly common heart problem
July 22, 2017 – Posted in: Commentary
People love to eat junk food. Lets be honest, it tastes way better and it really satisfies your hunger for sweet or salty. Unfortunately, its not good for you especially in large doses. Anything in moderation is okay. There is one thing that is considered junk but that also tastes good and is also healthy
Increase in premature deaths in Australian nursing homes, world first study reveals
July 22, 2017 – Posted in: NewsA study led by Dr. Joseph Ibrahim has shown an approximately 400 percent increase in the number of premature or preventable deaths occurring in nursing homes in the period between 2000 to 2013. The deaths result from falls, choking, suicide, and homicide. Causes such as falls and choking, considered unintentional deaths, are attributed in about
Creepy Swimmer’s Itch Parasite in Northern Lakes Can Scratch Summer Fun
July 16, 2017 – Posted in: NewsThe online version of a science magazine has issued a story about schistosomes, tiny parasites responsible for the condition called swimmer's itch. The name of the condition refers to the fact that swimmers in freshwater ponds and lakes can get itchy all over their bodies. The parasites are tiny worms whose larvae try to burrow