Type 2 diabetes, or adult onset diabetes affects nearly 20 million Americans in the US today. The disease develops due to poor dietary and exercise habits, with some susceptibility linked to childhood and prenatal health. Most individuals with adult onset diabetes are started on a diet plan based on recommendations by the American Diabetes Association [...]

Severe acne is commonly treated with a combination of oral antibiotics and topical medication. Since severe acne often recurs, treatment to maintain acne improvement is often needed. However, long-term antibiotic therapy is not recommended, due to increasing antibiotic resistance to certain bacteria. Now research reports that topical acne medications alone can help control severe acne.  In [...]

Previous studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids from fish oils reduce the risk of heart disease and sudden cardiac death. Consuming a small amount of fish, once or twice weekly, has been found to offer heart protection. Now research reports that people who eat more fish (or more omega-3s) have an even greater reduction of heart disease [...]

A phobia is an excessive fear of an object or fearful situation. The corticosteroids, cortisol or cortisone (stress hormones), are released during fearful situations. Previous findings suggest that high levels of cortisol or cortisone may inhibit fearful memories. Now research reports that cortisol may help calm phobias. The Study The study, published in Proceedings of the National [...]

Some health advice many of us believe to be true are actually myths. The media can also contribute to health myths by circulating conflicting and misleading health information. Finding out the truth can be difficult with all the hype. To help you find answers, here’s the truth about the most common health myths.  Myth: Cracking knuckles [...]

The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative type of arthritis that develops over time, and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints. Both forms of arthritis can lead to chronic pain and disability. However, research suggests that eating nutrient-rich foods packed with [...]

Prolonged stress has been shown to increase the risk of heart disease, cancer and other health problems. Psychological factors, such as job stress, have been linked to heart disease and high blood pressure. Now research reports that marital stress can also increase the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. The Study In one study, researchers at [...]

Woman who are pregant carry some risk for complications from the mere physiologic processes of pregnancy. Throw asthma and obesity into the equation and the risk for a serious complication escalates. But which is the main culprit? Results from a study in Detroit provide evidence that obesity is the true offender in pregnancy, and that asthma simply takes [...]

The American Journal of Hypertension published a study this month that found a relationship between high blood pressure and depression, and it seems the uniting factor is obesity. The Study Researchers drew this conclusion after analyzing data from more than 1,000 men and women from similar background. They did not determine which came first, the depression or high blood [...]

The popularity of dairy products as a mean to lose weight is apparent every time we turn on the TV or drive by a billboard. Got milk seems to be a catch phrase for the last decade. Not surprisingly, all the latest research on the health benefits of dairy seems to be conclusive: Consumption of low fat [...]

Can regular use of the popular over the counter pain reliever reduce risk of ovarian cancer ? Results of a new review of all studies on ovarian cancer and acetaminophen use say YES! The review was published in the July issue of British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology . The Study After reviewing more than 8 studies that involved 746.000+ women researchers [...]

A new study published in Diabetes Care may be a bit discriminatory towards short people. The study found that short stature, and in particular short legs, may predispose a person for Type 2 Diabetes. The study, which was conducted at Johns Hopkins University , looked at the incidence of Type 2 diabetes and obesity in relation to leg length. [...]

Hepatitis C is a viral infection affecting the liver that can become chronic. For individuals with a chronic infection, treatment is needed to prevent cirrhosis and cancer of the liver. The conventional treatment regimen for Hepatitis C is a combination treatment with interferon and ribavirin, which is only effective in about half of those treated. [...]

Experts are questioning the role of salt-restricted diets in blood pressure regulation and protection against heart disease. The current US Dietary Guidelines recommend less than 2,300 milligrams (about a teaspoon) a day of table salt. Now research reports that a low-salt diet may increase the risk of heart disease. The Study The study, published in The American Journal of [...]

Carbohydrates are divided into two groups, simple (sugars) and complex (starches). Simple (refined) carbs, such as sugars, white flour products (white bread, white pasta, baked goods, junk foods) and white rice are digested and absorbed quickly, causing blood sugar and insulin levels to rapidly increase. These harmful effects are linked to obesity, diabetes and heart [...]

Proper oral hygeine and maintenance cannot be undervalued, especially when considering results of a Japanese study reported on at the recent General Session of the International Association for Dental Research . The focus of the study was cost anaylsis for dental care and complications resulting from peridontal disease. Peridontal disease is a chronic disease with many millions [...]

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects many aspects of those afflicted. In so many cases patients with PD will show signs of depression, most noted they may be apathetic. Apathy is defined as absence of interest in one’s environment, indifference. For many families, apathy may signal concern about depression, which can be [...]

A new study from China proves that drinking tea can decrease the production of gallstones. The results of the study were published in the International Journal of Cancer this June. The Study In the study the rate of gallstones and cancer of the bile duct was compared to the consumption of tea. In previous studies both green and black [...]

The risk for a serious bacterial infection in children with a high fever should not be overlooked according to a study published in the journal Pediatrics. A high fever is defined as a rectal temperature at or above 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Many parents will take their children to the emergency room with a high fever, especially [...]

Menopause is the period in a women’s life that is reached once she quits menstruating or having a cycle. During this period her ovaries cease to produce an egg as well as estrogen, the primary female hormone. The period of time leading up to menopause, termed peri-menopause it often plagued by a myriad of symptoms related [...]