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- What Causes Varicose Veins, Preventing Varicose Veins - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2015 from Victor MarchioneBothered by those swollen, twisted veins visible in your legs and feet? They don’t make you feel confident about putting on your bathing suit to go swimming or wearing shorts to make the most of the warm weather. If this is you, though, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans have varicose ...
Views: 1013 - Bariatric surgery before knee surgery could help morbidly obese patients - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2016 from Victor MarchioneBariatric surgery has come under a lot of flak in recent years but one cannot ignore its benefits – especially when it comes to obese patients needing knee surgery. Statistics show that adverse outcomes and post-operative maintenance costs are on the rise in obese patients who undergo following ...
Views: 1012 - Facts about heart palpitations - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn a healthy adult, the heart should average between 60 to 100 beats per minute. Factors which determine heart rate are activity level, exertion of the body and even stress levels. Throughout the day our heartbeats may quicken or slow; this is knows as heart palpitations. Heart palpations can be ...
Views: 1010 - Prevent pneumonia to avoid these complications… - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2015 from Victor MarchionePneumonia is a leading cause of hospitalization and death among adults in the United States. When people think of pneumonia they often associate it with bacteria, but it turns out that viruses are more often to blame. Unfortunately, neither viruses nor bacteria are being detected in the majority ...
Views: 1010 - Get to know the different types of schizophrenia - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneAlthough mental illness issues are becoming more openly talked about, there is still a heavy stigma that surrounds them. As news media portrays criminals as having some mental disorder, society associates mental illness with people who are harmful and dangerous. Learning more about mental ...
Views: 1009 - Fibromyalgia risk in women increased with poor sleep habits, new treatment uses potential drug targets for poor sleep - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneFibromyalgia risk in women is increased with poor sleep habits, but a new treatment uses potential drug targets for poor sleep to reduce the risk of fibromyalgia. The findings come from researchers in Norway who uncovered the association between fibromyalgia risk and poor sleep. The researchers ...
Views: 1009 - Drinking Over 50: How Much is Too Much? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe all know that drinking too much can be harmful to our health. In the United States consuming a lot of alcohol is a leading cause of death according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Statistics show that 88,000 deaths occurred every year from 2006 to 2010 due to drinking too ...
Views: 1008 - Effects of Exercise on Brain Health, Power and Memory - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2015 from Victor MarchioneOne more reason to exercise; it helps not only strengthen your muscles and keep your body healthy and fit but now studies show that exercise can help clear mind and strengthen memory too. Scientists now say that exercise has broad benefits on cognition, particularly improvements in ...
Views: 1004 - Can this essential mineral help your blood pressure? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHigh blood pressure, or hypertension, is when the pressure of blood flow pushes against veins. High blood pressure can contribute to other major heart events and even stroke. High blood pressure can be symptomless and if not monitored will only reveal itself through a major heart event. This is ...
Views: 999 - Nutritional facts and health benefits of watermelons - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWith the warmer weather approaching, we start to reach for fresher, in-season fruits and vegetables. Often vibrant in color, these health foods not only entice our senses but offer us many health benefits as well. One fruit that’s fresh and going to be popping up more so in the next few ...
Views: 999 - Why you should never hold in your pee - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIn my many years of practice, the number of times I’ve advised patients not to hold in their urine is countless. Going to the bathroom when nature calls can be a nuisance when we’re busy or nowhere near the facilities, but it’s important. You’ve likely heard the same advice from a doctor, or ...
Views: 998 - Is rheumatoid arthritis considered a disability? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2016 from Victor MarchioneIs rheumatoid arthritis considered a disability? Well, if you ask someone with this condition, they would probably reply with “yes.” Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder and not a result of just normal wear and tear like in osteoarthritis. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis experience ...
Views: 996 - 2 bars of chocolate a day keeps heart attack away - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneSome like it nutty, others prefer caramel but one thing is undeniable, no matter what additions are put in your chocolate it’s bound to satisfy you. Chocolate is guilty pleasure which some of us simply can’t say no to. Whether it’s the smell that gets you or its creaminess, chocolate offers a ...
Views: 995 - 9 surprising health benefits of cabbage - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDid you ever notice, how when you cut a cabbage in half along its core, you often see the thick white stem in the center and the white arms radiating outward like a crab? I find this very symbolic. I’ll tell you why. We all know the crab can move in any direction. And so can cancer, the ...
Views: 995 - Health tips to protect your heart and kidneys - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study suggests taking the necessary steps to care for your heart can positively affect for your kidneys as well. The researchers looked at over 14,800 adults aged 45 to 64 who were grouped based on how closely they followed the guidelines set out by the American Heart Association. The ...
Views: 994 - Multiple sclerosis patients can improve brain connection using video game therapy - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneMultiple sclerosis patients can improve brain connections using video game therapy. The researchers suggest video game therapy can help strengthen neural connections. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the central nervous system. Patients may experience brain fog, muscle weakness, ...
Views: 993 - What’s that smell? What body odor reveals about you - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2015 from Victor MarchionePerfume, cologne, body washes and deodorant, all of these help to make us smell desirable. But even though we mask our natural scent with manufactured elixirs we still have a unique smell and it can reveal a lot about us. 4 amazing facts that our body odor reveals Bug appeal Read more ...
Views: 993 - Causes and symptoms of Tightness in chest - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTightness in chest can be a discomforting sensation experienced between the upper abdomen and the neck. Chest tightness can occur at any age and can be a sign of a serious health problem. More often than not, chest tightness is a sign of a cardiovascular event or issue such as heart attack or ...
Views: 992 - Body hair not immune to aging - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWith aging comes many different changes. Wrinkles begin to show, body fat is harder to lose and there are changes to our own body hair. That’s right, your body hair changes as you get older. Body hair is not a normal topic of conversation, especially for women. It is one of those things that ...
Views: 991 - High blood pressure in pregnancy linked to family risk - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchionePregnancy can cause changes to your health, like morning sickness for example. If a pregnant woman has high blood pressure, new research suggests this can contribute to deteriorated health in the future. Additionally, researchers have uncovered that siblings of pregnant women with high blood ...
Views: 991 - Fatty liver and diabetes risks for liver fibrosis - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Victor MarchioneNon-alcoholic fatty liver disease occurs when fat accumulates in the liver. This can occur in individuals who don’t drink or who moderately drink alcohol. In some people non-alcoholic fatty liver disease causes no symptoms or complications. However, if it progresses it can ultimately lead to ...
Views: 990 - Aspartame vs. Sugar – Is One Any Better? - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you’re focused on weight loss, counting calories may be something that you’re familiar with. In an effort to limit calories, most people cut out fast food and junk food. Many people turn to artificial sweeteners such as aspartame instead of sugar as another way to reduce calories. Which is ...
Views: 989 - Gestational diabetes can develop into type 2 diabetes after pregnancy - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2016 from Victor MarchioneGestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that only occurs during a woman’s pregnancy, although data shows that it can turn into type 2 diabetes after a person gives birth. Your body needs glucose for energy, but too much glucose in the blood is not good for a baby. If you have blood sugar ...
Views: 988 - Quitting smoking improves mental health after heart attack - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneIf you’ve never touched a cigarette or have quit smoking, congratulations! You are steps ahead of being healthier for longer in comparison to smokers. If you’ve experienced a heart attack and were a smoker previously, research suggests quitting can improve your mental health – aside from ...
Views: 988 - Seniors: Do this one thing to cut your risk of heart failure in half - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2015 from Victor MarchioneThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates nearly 5.1-millions Americans have heart failure. Heart failure is the result of the heart not functioning properly and can lead to death. Aging is a large factor in the function of the heart, so many seniors are at risk for developing ...
Views: 988 - Your risk of Alzheimer’s goes up if you have this… - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2015 from Victor MarchioneMore than half of senior Americans have prediabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. Prediabetes puts people at a higher risk of developing diabetes because they have elevated blood sugar. The good news is that prediabetes does not have to result in type 2 diabetes as long as ...
Views: 987 - Virtual reality to help treat alcohol addiction - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe’re sure that every now and then you enjoy an alcoholic beverage. Maybe it’s in celebration of an occasion or maybe you’ve opted for a glass to wind down. Occasional drinking isn’t too harmful and, in fact, it is shown to have some health benefits. But when drinking alcohol becomes ...
Views: 985 - Stroke risk may increase with stress of caring for sick spouse, violence - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2016 from Victor MarchioneStroke risk may increase with caring for a sick spouse or experiencing violence. In a study, spouse caregivers that were stressed had a 95 percent higher risk of stroke compared to matched controls. Lead author, Sindhu Lakkur, said, “Stroke is one of the leading causes of adult disability, so ...
Views: 984 - Agoraphobia: Causes, symptoms and natural remedies - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneAnxiety comes in many different forms. One may be anxious about life, work, situations and even their environment. There is one form of anxiety which can limit your ability to leave your house because the fear of being trapped or helpless overcomes you. This type of anxiety is called agoraphobia ...
Views: 980 - Guide to antinutrients in foods - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneNutrients are found in food which gets used by the body to stay healthy and perform its many functions. But on the other hand, there are nutrients found in food, specifically plants, which arenot digested; these are called antinutrients. Unlike nutrients – which the body can absorb – ...
Views: 980 - Overactive bladder management using vacations and retreats - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWho doesn’t love to get away? Taking a break from our busy lives for some fun and relaxation can really improve our overall health. Unfortunately, though, an overactive bladder (OAB) may stand in the way of you and your vacation hotspot – up until now at least. Group therapy and meeting with ...
Views: 979 - Rheumatoid arthritis, other arthritis increases dry eyes, glaucoma, cataracts risk - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneRheumatoid arthritis (RA) can increase the risk of dry eyes, glaucoma and cataracts. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the joints causing inflammation and pain. Aside from affecting joints, rheumatoid arthritis can also affect the eyes as well. Due ...
Views: 979 - Types of mood disorders - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2015 from Victor MarchioneHow is your mood? Would you say you’re feeling happy? Or are you sad, angry or even indifferent? The events currently going on in your life can have a large impact on your mood. If you just received good news you’ll probably be feeling happy or excited. If you just experienced a loss you may be ...
Views: 977 - Seniors: Your vision is at risk of this… - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from Victor MarchioneAs summer winds down it’s important to continue practicing healthy habits. Continue to apply sunscreen, bug spray and always remember to stay hydrated! These simple tips can protect you from many summertime health-related issues. Another issue, which is often forgotten about, is our vision ...
Views: 976 - Stop calorie counting, start promoting nutrition for heart health - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneA popular method for dieting is to count calories. Recommended daily calories for a sedentary senior male is around 2,000 and 1,600 for females. Of course, this would increase if a person is active. Counting calories seems like a universal way to lose or maintain weight, but it’s important to ...
Views: 976 - The surprising new cause of hearing loss… - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhether you’ve been smoking for one year, 10 years or almost your whole life, time and time again people have told you it’s bad for you. Maybe you’ve tried quitting numerous times before, but you can’t quite seem to kick the habit. There are many methods to help you quit smoking, like ...
Views: 975 - 4 quick fixes for better digestion - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2015 from Victor MarchioneFor thousands of years in India they have practiced a style of alternative medicine. It’s translated name means “life” and “science.” The practice uses Ayurvedic medicine and it has helped the Indian people eat well, prevent illness and live a better life. The basis of Ayurvedic medicine is ...
Views: 974 - 5 home remedies to manage hypotension (low blood pressure) - by Submitted on May 25, 2016 from Victor MarchioneWe often talk about high blood pressure and hypertension, as that is a common ailment as we get older. Of course, rising blood pressure is a real health concern as it can contribute to many health complications. But low blood pressure, albeit discussed far less often, is also an important health ...
Views: 974 - Diabetes and eye disease: How diabetes affects vision and eye health - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2016 from Victor MarchioneOne of the complications associated with diabetes is eye disease. Diabetes can wreak havoc on your vision and eye health, in some cases leading to vision loss. If you have diabetes, it’s important that you keep your condition well managed. If you don’t, you should take the necessary preventative ...
Views: 973 - Flu shot may protect against atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat) - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA new study has found another possible benefit from the flu shot – protection against atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat), which is a risk factor for stroke. The study included 57,000 people from Taiwan. The researchers found a significant link between the flu shot and new cases of atrial ...
Views: 973 - What Sunday mass can do for your health - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2015 from Victor MarchioneRegardless of religious denomination, many people attend some sort of service on a weekly or monthly basis. Religion is an important aspect in many lives and is a way to feel connected, not only to a higher power but also to each other. Church services bring together people to pray and feel ...
Views: 973 - Easy Ways to Get Rid of Wrinkles - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWrinkles are not only limited to the aged but nowadays the harsh environment in which live have promoted early skin aging leading to wrinkles and other related ailments. There are a few important nutrients which help your skin and maintaining a proper diet will also help. As we age, our skin ...
Views: 972 - Stool test effective for detecting colon cancer - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2016 from Victor MarchioneA stool test has been found to be an effective means in detecting colon cancer according to the latest findings. The test looks for blood in stool and can be conducted on an annual basis. Researchers believe that stool testing is not only effective, but is a safer, more cost-effective mode of ...
Views: 972 - 12 Ways to boost energy levels naturally - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWhen sleeping problems or insomnia become an issue, and it feels like exhaustion is impacting your performance on the job or in life, it may not seem like a real cause for concern. The truth is that there are a number of little adjustments a person can make to boost energy levels, improve daily ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - Anxiety and depression reduced in women during women-only cardiac rehabilitation - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2016 from Victor MarchioneAnxiety and depression can be reduced in women who partake in women-only cardiac rehabilitation programs. Women are less inclined to enroll in a cardiac rehab which could be highly beneficial for their heart health as cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women ...
Views: 970 - Anger and Heart Disease, Anger Management Tips - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Victor MarchioneYou burn your tongue on your morning coffee, someone cut you off in traffic – a near collision! – and your wife is late to meet you yet again. You’re upset, irritated and ready to knock someone into next week. OK, curb that anger. Count to 10 and take some deep breaths – for the sake of your ...
Views: 966 - Goth teens can be more vulnerable to depression - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDepression goes beyond the normal ups and downs of life. Sufferers of depression experience days, months and years of extreme lows that include a disinterest in life. Although the exact cause of depression is unknown, genetic and environmental factors are thought to play a role in the ...
Views: 965 - Parkinson’s disease risk in men lower with high uric acid (urate) levels in blood, study shows - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2016 from Victor MarchioneParkinson’s disease risk in men has been found to be lower with high uric acid (urate) levels in blood. Urate is formed when purines – found in many of the foods and beverages we consume – are broken down in the body. Study author Xiang Gao said, “These results suggest that urate could ...
Views: 963 - Flat Tummy Water: Health Benefits, Recipes & Negative Effects - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneFlat Tummy Water Benefits Flat tummy water isn’t just an alternative to water or sugary beverages. It is a health tonic. Flat tummy water has many health benefits. 1. Hydrates the body Drinking flat tummy water post-workout may help burn fat and cool down the body. 2. Prevents ...
Views: 960 - Paleo diet: Is eating like cavemen best for our health? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2015 from Victor MarchioneBefore there were packaged goods, processed foods, GMOs and an ongoing debate between organic or not, there was dirt, seeds, water and roaming animals. It may be hard to consider now, but the dawn of man produced hunters and gatherers and humans had to get their own food – not by heading to the ...
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