by ShellyManning | May 30, 2020
There are five stages of kidney disease. In stages 1-3, the people may not even realize they’re suffering from a dangerous disease. But when it progresses to stage 5, kidney failure is unavoidable. So, it’s not so much about finding a cure for kidney disease as to...
by Christian Goodman | May 29, 2020
It’s been long known that men suffering from ED are at a higher risk of dying younger. And there are two associated risk factors that may explain that: 1) Low testosterone 2) Cardiovascular disease But which risk factor is it that actually causes men to die so young?...
by Scott Davis | May 28, 2020
Acid reflux and broken bones – it’s not an obvious connection. But a new study published in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition reveals that people taking common acid reflux drugs have a 20% increased risk of bone fracture. The research found that...
by Christian Goodman | May 27, 2020
New medications can’t just go on the market straight away – they need to be put through years of extensive testing first – first in labs, then on animals, and then finally on humans. If you think that’s it, you’re wrong! It then has to be FDA approved. But there is...
by ShellyManning | May 26, 2020
A new study published in the journal Cell Metabolism reveals that gout is much more dangerous than previously thought. Millions of deaths blamed on type 2 diabetes, obesity and other conditions were actually caused by elevated uric acid – the underlying mechanism of...
by Scott Davis | May 24, 2020
There’s an unprecedented amount of people taking statins and following dietary advice from the American Heart Association to cure their high cholesterol problems. But, if they’re following such expert medical advice, why are high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease...
by Julissa Clay | May 23, 2020
A study that has just appeared in the British Journal of Dermatology has found that one popular cosmetic habit causes psoriasis. This is quite alarming considering many dermatologists have previously promoted this habit to ease psoriasis symptoms. The researchers...
by Christian Goodman | May 22, 2020
High blood pressure is so widespread it’s unknown how many people suffer from it. Despite the lack of knowledge regarding the statistics, there’s one thing that is fact – not all sufferers can get to the doctor. Some avoid doctor’s checkups out of fear, whilst others...
by Christian Goodman | May 21, 2020
Snoring is not only upsetting for a person sharing a bedroom with you; it can also be dangerous for your health. A number of studies, including one published in the Turkish journal KBB-Forum: Elektronik Kulak Burun Boaz ve Ba Boyun Cerrahisi Dergisi, have found that...
by Jodi Knapp | May 20, 2020
Have you ever wondered why diabetics need limb amputations more than the average person? Have you ever wondered why blindness, heart attacks and strokes are more prevalent in diabetics? In short, diabetes damages blood vessels, and the abovementioned problems occur...