Many seniors long to remain independent as they age, but feel they don’t have the skills to do so. The need for programs to help the elderly make lifestyle changes to prevent disease and depression is becoming increasingly important, especially … Read More

“Money, money, money” begins the theme song of Donald Trump’s show, “The Apprentice.”  It seems that we all want more of the green stuff, because we think (hope!)  it will make all of our hopes and dreams come true.  And … Read More

Heart attacks affect more than one million Americans a year, and a surprising new study shows that diesel exhaust fumes from cars and trucks might be a major culprit.  The research shows that inhaling diesel exhaust can significantly raise your … Read More

Out-of-the-blue or spontaneous panic attacks may not be as spontaneous as they sound. A recent study found that unexpected attacks are actually preceded by measurable changes in the nervous system. Even if you aren’t consciously aware that a panic attack … Read More

East meets West…or at least they are starting to in the culinary sense.  Commonly used in Indian households, turmeric (a member of the ginger family) is considered a staple spice in most Indian curry dishes.  It has been known to … Read More

If you are like most people, you need that morning cup of joe to get your day off to a good start.  And in moderation, we’ve all been told that it’s just fine.  Well, new research shows that it might … Read More

Diabetes a concern? Maybe it’s time to start lifting those weights and incorporate more muscle-building exercises into your daily routine.  Excess body weight and a lack of exercise have long been known to contribute to insulin resistance, a condition in … Read More

There may be a correlation between victory and sex after all.  Research was done that followed the amount of online pornography keyword searches before and after political elections.  The states that voted for the winning candidate searched for pornography more … Read More

Energy drinks appeared on the market in 1997.  They have since gained tremendous popularity in providing energy when fatigue sets in.  Companies have marketed toward young adults with fantastic results, but do these drinks really deliver on their promise?  A … Read More

Asthma is a lifetime affliction for some, but a dietary behavior that begins in the first days of life could have an impact on preventing it altogether. A new study found that babies who are breastfed in their first months … Read More

Hair loss has been found to be an unfortunate side effect of divorce for some women. It seems that financial woes, heartache and a blow to the self esteem aren’t the only hardships that come from a failed marriage. Recent … Read More

While dairy products like milk, yogurt and cheese are rich in important nutrients, the full-fat varieties of these foods can contribute too much saturated fat in children’s diets. However, a recent study assessed the impact of switching to reduced-fat dairy … Read More

Are you one of the millions of women who can’t bare the thought of leaving the house without a little lipstick and mascara? Without makeup, many women feel naked and vulnerable. So why precisely do women fear they aren’t attractive … Read More

Hay fever affects more than 20 percent of the population. Many of those suffering prefer to rely on complementary and alternative remedies rather than take medications. One such alternative remedy that is widely used but hasn’t been proven effective in … Read More

Growing old means you finally get to enjoy retirement, with no work and no kids at home, right? But getting older can also mean more physical difficulties as your body doesn’t always work like it used to. One of the … Read More

Depression sufferers have a significantly increased chance of having a stroke than their peers with a clean bill of mental health, reports CNN. What’s worse is that depressed patients are also more likely to die of their strokes. According to … Read More

While there are many advantages to being tall, such as dominating basketball games, a supermodel career and being able to reach the cookies on the top shelf, oddly you may also run the risk for developing certain types of cancers.  … Read More

As we age, there are changes to our body, no doubt.  Some of us suffer from physical ailments such as heart disease or diabetes, while others have cognitive decline.  These cognitive declines include Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s chorea and Parkinson’s disease.  … Read More

Diabetes doubles your risk for Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study out of Japan. The study followed a little over 1,000 adults aged 60+, who didn’t have memory problems at the beginning of the study. At the start of … Read More

Stress may affect both men and women, but that doesn’t mean that each gender reacts to stress similarly. When it comes to making decisions while experiencing stress, men tend to act more impulsively and take bigger risks, while women take … Read More