Are Prostate Problems Caused By High Blood Pressure?

by Christian Goodman | Jan 31, 2014

So many times we hear about the dangers of one disease causing another (or more). For example, if you’re diabetic, it’ almost a guarantee that you’ll have high blood pressure and high cholesterol. And so it is with the body’s many systems…they don’t operate as silos....

Diabetes Glucose Measured by This Small Eye Device

by Jodi Knapp | Jan 29, 2014 | 4 comments

In just 5 years’ time, the cost of type 2 diabetes in the US alone has risen 42%, according to the American Diabetes association. It would follow, then, that all the accessories for managing and treating the disease would also grow as an industry, even in some...

These Berries Are The King Of Blood Pressure Reduction

by Christian Goodman | Jan 28, 2014 | 8 comments

A certain berry has been criticized as too high in calories, or too expensive, as the reason it isn’t eaten more. And yet study after study routinely turn up with evidence of incredible power held in as little as a half a cup of these beautiful gems. …even so...

Curing Genetic Arthritis Risk Naturally

by ShellyManning | Jan 27, 2014 | 0 comments

Research out of Harvard Medical School reveals evidence of a genetic link to arthritis, but doctors are hoping it may translate into a new solution. Caution, though, is advised from the world of natural health since some of the drugs being recommended are not designed...

Can Type 2 Diabetes Cause Early Menopause?

by Jodi Knapp | Jan 26, 2014 | 1 comment

In research out of Columbia from the University of Cartagena, scientists looked at many of the impacts type 2 diabetes is having on people that are not as well-known as renal failure, high blood pressure, and other complications. Their work, using data from thousands...

Terrifying Health Issues You Don’t Have To Worry About

by Scott Davis | Jan 25, 2014 | 6 comments

As we age, we generally tend to not only have an increased of health woes, but at the same time become more and more aware of potential problems that could be brewing. Vigilance with health is good to have, but there are times when the awareness of benign issues can...

Does An Apple a Day Really Keep The Doctor Away?

by Scott Davis | Jan 23, 2014 | 11 comments

Bold claims out of Oxford University in Great Britain recently assert that there may be something to the old rhyme of “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Not only will it save lives, it can actually eliminate the need for statins and other cardiovascular drugs....

The Real Cause of Type 2 Diabetes Proven

by Jodi Knapp | Jan 22, 2014 | 6 comments

Many studies abound linking the growing obesity problem to the dramatic increase in the incidence of type 2 diabetes. And it is true that diabetes is much more common among those obese. However, not everyone who develops diabetes is obese, and not every person who is...

How to Estimate Your Personal Heart Attack Risk

by Scott Davis | Jan 21, 2014 | 3 comments

Back in 1948, the group called National Heart Institute began a study to assess the risk factors that lead to heart attack and stroke. They followed 5,000 participants throughout their lives. Today, we look at the list of top risk factors that the study was able to...

What One Night of Sleep Deprivation Does to Your Brain

by Christian Goodman | Jan 20, 2014 | 3 comments

Swedish sleep researchers have discovered startling new information about lack of sleep. Before you decide, “I am only sleep deprived occasionally, so this isn’t for me,” take note… because even one night of sleep deprivation can cause tremendous health trouble. Even...