MONDAY, Dec. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Those Sunday crossword puzzles may not prevent the aging brain from slowing down — but they might protect it in a different way, a new study suggests. Researchers looked at the “use it or lose it” theory on brain health. The concept holdsContinue Reading
Tap Water in Neti Pot Linked to Woman’s Death from Brain-Eating Amoeba
Ebola Spreads to Large City in Congo
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MONDAY, Dec. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Rather than just counting carbs, you might want to get familiar with the glycemic index and the glycemic load, numeric weighting systems that rank carb-based foods based on how much they raise blood sugar. While monitoring these indicators might be especially helpful forContinue Reading
MONDAY, Dec. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Almost no one is immune to occasional low back pain. But when it’s chronic, when simple movement seems impossible, it can keep you from enjoying life. And painkillers aren’t always the answer. Why not try meditation rather than medication? Research has shown thatContinue Reading
MONDAY, Dec. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Chronic kidney disease is more likely to progress to kidney failure and death in men than in women, a new study reveals. “We found that women had 17 percent lower risk of experiencing [kidney failure] and the risk of death was 31 percentContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — If your child has eczema, anything that aggravates the child’s skin can worsen symptoms, the American Academy of Dermatology says. While everyone’s triggers may be different, common ones include dry air, sweat and stress. As a child grows older, triggers may change. The academy urges parents toContinue Reading
(HealthDay News) — Ice skating is a fun winter activity, and it’s also great exercise. The National Safety Council suggests how you and your loved ones can skate safely: Wear skates that fit comfortably and provide enough ankle support. Sharpen your blades professionally each season. If outdoors, skate only onContinue Reading
SUNDAY, Dec. 9, 2018 (HealthDay News) — You can eat a healthful diet during the holidays with just a few tweaks to traditional recipes, the American Heart Association says. “We want to help people overcome their nutrition struggles and pave the way for a healthful festive season,” registered dietitian AnnessaContinue Reading
SATURDAY, Dec. 8, 2018 (HealthDay News) — It’s great to get exercise during the holidays, as long as you take steps to avoid injuries, a sports medicine expert says. “I would encourage everyone to get out and be active, but we want to be sure that you are able toContinue Reading
Whole Grain-Rules for School Lunches Rolled Back by Trump Administration
Study That Targeted “Joy of Cooking” Retracted by Journal
Excess Body Fat May Increase Older Women’s Breast Cancer Risk: Study
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