Prehypertension affects 1 in 3 Americans. A new study suggests 1 hour of yoga a day reduces blood pressure and may help patients with prehypertension avoid developing high blood pressure. New research suggests yoga may prevent patients with prehypertension from … Read More »
By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Dec. 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) — Think smoking just one cigarette a day is harmless? Think again, a new study says. Even a single daily cigarette can raise your odds for an early … Read More »
We are in the height of holiday season, when chocolate, cakes, and calorie-laden foods are in abundance. But after the feast has commenced, you may want to think twice before going on a low-calorie diet. According to new research, the … Read More »
Around 7 to 8 percent of Americans will experience post-traumatic stress disorder in their lifetime, and the condition is even more common among veterans, affecting around 23 percent of those involved in recent conflicts. According to a new study, the … Read More »
Doctors have always advised patients to drink plenty of water if unwell. A new case study reports the risks of drinking too much water and highlights the need for more research to support this traditional advice. New case study shows … Read More »
In recent years, researchers have uncovered a wealth of information about how the gut microbiome – the population of microorganisms in the intestines – affects our health. Now, for the first time, scientists reveal how gut microbes may play a … Read More »
The health benefits of exercise are known to all; it reduces the risk of heart disease and extends lifespan. New research sets out to understand, in the world of sports, which ones are best for staving off illness. All sports … Read More »
A significant number of people aged 65 and over are affected by mild cognitive impairment. New research suggests aerobic exercise can have remarkably beneficial effects on these patients. Aerobic exercise may improve cognition in seniors with mild cognitive impairment. Mild … Read More »
Are you too tired to exercise, play with the kids, go out on Friday night? Is the constant fatigue taking the joy out of your life? You are not alone. Fatigue or lack of energy is the #1 complaint heard … Read More »
As neuroimaging technology is improving, neuroscientists can investigate more and more aspects of our emotional and intellectual lives. A team of researchers now examines what happens in the human brain during a deeply religious experience. Researchers find that a religious … Read More »