Heart Health
Photo source:digital-renaissance.info So the weather is getting warmer and it’ll be THAT time of the year again, summer. We are only a few months away from summer and it’s no time like the present to start a fitness routine. If you are like me and most people, you have made your New Year’s resolutions […]
Long-term aspirin use may slightly raise the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness among the elderly, a new study suggests. An estimated 19 percent of U.S. adults report using aspirin regularly, often for its heart-protective benefits, and its use increases with age. Incidence of age-related macular degeneration also rises in […]
The Tom Joyner Morning Show announces the Take A Loved One To The Doctor Day Health Fair is coming to Philadelphia on October 19th-20th. To hear the full announcement, listen to the audio right here as well as one of the sponsors for the yearly health festival.
Most people don’t often think about their blood type unless they are going to give blood or get blood. But it may become more important than ever. According to a new study, the type of blood you have may actually help predict whether you are at risk for heart disease. Researchers looked at 90,000 people […]
It is a fact: food prices are high and healthy foods are expensive. However, you can enjoy all of the benefits of healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle without breaking the bank. Here are some tips to save money on healthy and nutritious food. Also Check Out: Save Money Monday: Saving Money On Healthy, Nutritious Food, […]
A wealth of findings offer some new tips to keep off the pounds. Looks like tree nuts, red wine, and plenty of sleep can all help you stay fit. Researchers found that nut eaters weighed less and had a lower waist circumference and BMI than those who don’t eat nuts, the Daily Mail reports. The […]
CHICAGO – Smoking a joint once a week or a bit more apparently doesn’t harm the lungs, suggests a 20-year study that bolsters evidence that marijuana doesn’t do the kind of damage tobacco does. The results, from one of the largest and longest studies on the health effects of marijuana, are hazier for heavy users […]
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a very serious condition that affects the blood flow to and from the main arteries from the heart. According to the American Heart Association, one in three adults in the United States has high blood pressure, the rate is higher in African Americans. People who suffer from […]
Below is a reference guide for high blood pressure. Consult the links below for more information about high blood pressure and remember to consult your doctor to determine the best way to lower your blood pressure. Here are some helpful links to learn more about high blood pressure and how to prevent and treat it. […]
<strong>COPD</strong> is one of the nation's <strong>leading causes of death</strong> but most of us have no idea what it is or how to deal with it. Get informed and improve your lifestyle.
Putting in <strong>extra hours</strong> on the job may be good for your bank account but bad for your heart according to a new study.
Most of us have heard that <strong>bran</strong> can help up lead a <strong>healthier life</strong> but new studies show a direct connection between consumin bran and improving our heart-health.
