MARCH 28, 2023 by Study Finds BELFAST, Northern Ireland — Eating plenty of fruit, vegetables, and whole grains slashes the risk of a premature death, a new study explains. Researchers in Ireland say people with the highest intake of these foods have lower rates of serious diseases and even hip fractures. Overall mortality rates fall by...
Story by Anahad O’Connor • 5h ago Probiotic supplements may do the opposite of boosting your gut health© iStock/iStock Probiotic supplements have grown into a multibillion-dollar industry, spurred by claims that the products will populate your gut with bacteria that can boost your health in numerous ways. But beware of the hype: In healthy people, probiotic supplements offer little...
By: Lifestyle DeskNew Delhi | March 27, 2023 19:00 IST Can everyone do intermittent fasting? (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock) To do or not to do is the question when it comes to one of the most spoken about diet patterns — intermittent fasting — in which one can have timely meals during an eating window and fast at other...
Marchese, professor practice in the School of Social Work in Syracuse University’s Falk College, studies trauma, PTSD, mental health, and mind-body wellness. She answers three questions below with advice on best ways to discuss traumatic events: Q How should I approach the topic of a school shooting with my child or teen? A Children/adolescents may react differently...
March 28, 2023 by GEORGIA DODD Shutterstock Canned food is convenient, budget-friendly, and shelf-stable. It’s a way of processing food to extend its shelf life. The canning process is usually done within hours after picking. Some examples of canned foods include canned peaches, pears, corn, beans, noodle soup, evaporated milk, tuna, and so much more. But...
The subacute stroke phase refers to a key post-stroke period where major improvements in function and ability can occur. This phase can also pose health risks. Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability globally. It is a medical emergency that occurs when the brain receives inadequate blood flow and cells become...
By Sarah Moore Reviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc. Grateful people have better physical and mental health, experience better relationships, and live longer, according to the mounting number of articles emerging online amid the gratitude self-help trend. But is it all true? Are we born with the propensity to look at life through a grateful lens? Image...
by Cara Murez When a loved one suffers a stroke, it can be a relief that they survived and are getting good care. But recovery can take time for the patient. Making sure they get the care they need can be a challenge for the spouse, grown child or other loved one who is providing that...
by Sue Benzuly, RN Endless worry, irritability and insomnia are all symptoms of a possible anxiety disorder. Luckily, there are numerous anxiety medications that can help ease the condition. Joy Alonzo, a specialist in the pharmacotherapy of mental disorders at Texas A&M’s College of Pharmacy, said recently, “If you understand the different types of medication, then you can become...
by Sue Benzuly, RN Anxiety disorder can make it hard to navigate life, but lately CBD has been touted as a natural treatment for the nerve-wracking condition. You can buy CBD almost anywhere—gas stations, spas, farmers markets and grocery stores. It comes in many forms—from gummies to tablets to tinctures to lozenges and patches. But...
