Hypothyroidism Causes These Common Psychological Disorders

by Julissa Clay | Jan 24, 2020

We normally think of hypothyroidism as a disease with physical symptoms. But what if a new study in the Journal of Affective Disorders is right and a major psychological disorder with suicidal tendencies and other dangerous symptoms result from it too? In this case,...

These Berries Are The King Of Blood Pressure Reduction

by Christian Goodman | Jan 23, 2020

Too high in calories…too expensive…this berry has been criticized a lot, which is probably why it isn’t eaten as much as it should be. But, according to a study from the University of Mississippi’s School of Pharmacy, consuming just half a cup of these berries can...

These Acid Reflux Drugs Destroy Your Bones

by Scott Davis | Jan 22, 2020

One of the most frequent health problems for elderly are broken bones. As we age, our bones become weaker and we are at greater risk of falling. So, it doesn’t help that one of the most frequently prescribed acid reflux drugs directly weakens our bones as well as our...

Surprising Cause of Vertigo and Dizziness

by Christian Goodman | Jan 21, 2020

Traumatic brain injury is a common cause of dizziness, making this one of the hardest to treat because it stems from an actual brain injury rather than from a temporary balance problem. We typically associate traumatic brain injuries with sport, but a new study in the...

Common Drink Treats Diabetes and Its Complications

by Jodi Knapp | Jan 19, 2020

Metabolic syndrome is the precursor to diabetes. It involves obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, moderately high blood sugar, and the beginnings of some insulin resistance. If this condition is not nipped in the bud immediately, it will progress to full...

This Herb Lowers Blood Pressure 12 Points

by Christian Goodman | Jan 18, 2020

High blood pressure is a disease that affects 25% of the world’s population. But despite its shockingly high statistics, it can, according to researchers at the University of Adelaide, be controlled with a simple, cheap herb that grows almost everywhere in the world....