Can Intermittent Fasting Help Reverse Type 2 Diabetes?
2018-10-10
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 10, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Occasional fasting may help control type 2 diabetes, a small Canadian study suggests. “The use of a therapeutic fasting regimen for treatment of [type 2 diabetes] is virtually unheard of,” said Dr. Jason Fung, of Scarborough Hospital, in Ontario, and colleagues. But thisContinue Reading
Putting Faith in Blood Pressure Control for Black Patients
2018-10-09
TUESDAY, Oct. 9, 2018 (HealthDay News) — For black Americans striving for lower blood pressure, churches may provide the answer to their prayers. “African-Americans have a significantly greater burden of hypertension and heart disease, and our findings prove that people with uncontrolled hypertension can, indeed, better manage their blood pressureContinue Reading
Health Tip: Preventing Lyme Disease in Pets
2018-10-09
(HealthDay News) — People aren’t the only ones who are vulnerable to Lyme disease. Fido or Fluffy also could contract the illness from an infected tick. The American Kennel Club says Lyme disease occurs the most often in the Northeast, the Upper Midwest and on the Pacific Coast. As isContinue Reading
Tips for Enhancing the Spa Experience
2018-10-08
MONDAY, Oct. 8, 2018 (HealthDay News) — While a weekend (or longer) retreat can be very rejuvenating, day spas have made it possible for almost everyone to enjoy a short escape from life’s stresses. Take these simple steps to make the most of the experience. Identify all the day spasContinue Reading
Health Tip: Manage Cravings After You Quit Smoking
2018-10-03
(HealthDay News) — The health benefits of quitting smoking have been well documented. But many people put it off, fearing the inevitable cravings. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services suggests how to manage cravings: Keep your hands busy, such as by sorting the mail or washing the dishes.Continue Reading
Health Tip: Dogs May Harbor Disease
2018-10-01
(HealthDay News) — Even man’s best friend isn’t immune to diseases that can make their way to people, the American Veterinary Medical Association says. The association mentions some examples: Cryptosporidiosis is caused by a microscopic parasite that lives in the intestines. The parasite may be spread when a person orContinue Reading
Doctors Use Bacteria as Weapon Against Cancer
2018-09-30
SUNDAY, Sept. 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) — It’s a perfect case of the enemy of my enemy is my friend. A potentially dangerous bacteria appears to target malignant cells and could provide a new means of fighting cancer, a small, preliminary study reports. The bacteria, Clostridium novyi-NT, can cause gasContinue Reading
Are Household Chemicals Harming Your Cat’s Thyroid?
2018-09-26
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 26, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Maybe your cat is scratching up that sofa for a good reason: New research suggests that chemicals found in upholstery and carpeting may harm feline thyroids. The chemicals are called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). They were in common use until about 2000Continue Reading
Health Tip: Protect Your Pet in Cold Weather
2018-09-25
(HealthDay News) — Prepare for cold winter weather by making sure your pet has had a vet visit in the past year and that you are aware of all potential medical problems. The American Veterinary Medical Foundation suggests how to protect your pet in the cold: Be aware of yourContinue Reading