by Scott Davis | Nov 13, 2022
Enlarged prostates constitute a widely misunderstood condition. For example, nighttime urination is considered to be one of its worst symptoms. While that is definitely irritating and tiring, it is not the worst symptom of an enlarged prostate, according to a new...
by Christian Goodman | Nov 12, 2022
Vertigo is extremely scary when it occurs. Emergency departments and hospitals commonly see people with vertigo, fearing that they are suffering a stroke. Sometimes, these patients are right, as vertigo and stroke occasionally occur alongside each other. But the...
by Jodi Knapp | Nov 11, 2022
Diabetes is often considered to be the number-one risk factor for neuropathy, which affects around 50% of all diabetics. However, not all diabetics get neuropathy, meaning that there must be another major risk factor. Finally, a new study published in the journal...
by Scott Davis | Nov 10, 2022
Acid reflux is a disease of the guts. It’s usually considered to be uncomfortable but not dangerous. Depression is a disease of the mind, and it’s one of the most fatal diseases that humans face. So how can “innocent” acid reflux cause fatal depression on a massive...
by Jodi Knapp | Nov 9, 2022
Most studies on Parkinson’s disease focus exclusively on motor symptoms. But anxiety is another common and potentially destructive non-motor symptom of the disease. This fact prompted the researchers behind a new study in JAMA Network Open to put an old Chinese...
by Scott Davis | Nov 8, 2022
Despite this oil being praised as a miracle drug, the scientific world is relatively mixed in its opinions. However, a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association proves without a doubt that this cheap oil drastically reduces the risk of heart...
by ShellyManning | Nov 6, 2022
Calcium is one of the main building blocks of bones. Therefore, people are often advised to take calcium supplements to prevent osteoporosis, especially older women. In reality, however, research on the benefits of calcium is mixed. Some call it completely useless,...
by ShellyManning | Nov 5, 2022
Diabetes and prediabetes are considered to be the strongest risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, a new study published in the European Journal of Clinical Investigation reveals another critical risk factor. Unlike diabetes and prediabetes, this risk...
by Christian Goodman | Nov 4, 2022
Can gum disease cause dementia? Yes, says a new mega study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Fortunately, there is something that you can do to prevent (or reverse) both gum disease and dementia. As many studies had already been done on oral...
by Christian Goodman | Nov 3, 2022
How can a simple brush found in all supermarkets fend off ED? Easily, says a new study—because you’re brushing off something that can increase your risk of ED by up to 590%. Periodontitis is a major bacterial infection of the gums that destroys the bone and soft...