Does Genetics Or Environment Cause Diseases?

Does Genetics Or Environment Cause Diseases? When examining why neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), are increasing, it’s commonly assumed that age and genetics are the primary contributors to these diseases. However, growing scientific evidence indicates that exposure to microplastics, air pollutants, pesticides, and other environmental toxins plays … Continue reading “Does Genetics Or Environment Cause Diseases?”

Eliminate These Foods From Your Diet

Eliminate These Foods From Your Diet To prevent heart disease, eating healthy foods is key, as the heart needs proper nutrition to function efficiently. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Continue reading “Eliminate These Foods From Your Diet”

Cough Remedy To Stop Coughing

Cough Remedy To Stop Coughing Whether it’s hacking, nagging, or even mild, a cough—no matter what type—can be annoying. If you’re asleep, a cough will abruptly wake you up in the middle of the night. If you’re eating, a cough can start as soon as you swallow your food. Cough syrups, cough suppressant lozenges, or … Continue reading “Cough Remedy To Stop Coughing”

Long Walks For Heart Health

Long Walks For Heart Health A single long walk every day is more beneficial for your heart than several short walks, especially if you don’t exercise regularly, according to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine journal in October. The international study found that people who walked continuously for 10-15 minutes a day … Continue reading “Long Walks For Heart Health”

The Riddle Of Pain

The Riddle Of Pain Dr. Ben Seymour is conducting research on pain, a condition that has plagued humans for centuries and affects thousands of people worldwide every day. The professor of clinical neuroscience and honorary consultant neurologist at Oxford University in Oxford, England, is exploring the mystery of pain, which protects the body during injury … Continue reading “The Riddle Of Pain”

Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise

Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise Amy Glover said she tried nearly everything to reach her goal of 10,000 steps a day. However, no matter what she did, whether it was treadmill interval sessions, taking a walk at lunchtime, or VO2 max training, which measures the amount of oxygen … Continue reading “Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise”

Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable

Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable A new report has found that three in five liver cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing alcohol consumption, levels of viral hepatitis, and MASLD, a long-term liver condition caused by excess fat in the liver. The Lancet Commission on liver cancer … Continue reading “Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable”

Denmark’s No. 1 Secret To Happiness

Denmark’s No. 1 Secret To Happiness Meik Wiking (pronounced “Mike Viking”), CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, Denmark, recalled spending a weekend at a cabin in Sweden with some friends one December. It had snowed, and the friends decided to go for a hike. When they returned to the cabin, they built a … Continue reading “Denmark’s No. 1 Secret To Happiness”

What Are The Biggest Health Issues For Seniors Today?

What Are The Biggest Health Issues For Seniors Today? Health issues are common at all stages of life, regardless of one’s age. However, with aging comes more health issues, which is why people 65 and older are at an increased risk for chronic physical and behavioral health problems. Studies have found that older adults are … Continue reading “What Are The Biggest Health Issues For Seniors Today?”