by University of Oklahoma Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAs we age, does our physical appearance impact our physical and mental health? That question is at the core of research recently published in the journal Psychology and Aging. The study, led by Julie Ober Allen, an assistant professor of health promotion at the University of Oklahoma, found that...
by Dan Baumgardt, The Conversation Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainDry scalp? Blocked ears? Crusted eyes? Our bodies produce many different unusual, sometimes repellent secretions, and their function doesn’t always seem entirely clear. But each has their own important role, which often goes unappreciated. Flaky or dry scalp is an extremely common condition, but in severe cases it...
Peer-Reviewed Publication MAYO CLINIC With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the immune system responds and eliminates senescent cells, often referred to as zombie cells. However, zombie cells linger and contribute to various age-related health problems and diseases....
by DeeDee Stiepan, Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainBlood tests are commonly used to help not only monitor one’s health but also to diagnose conditions. A blood sample can reveal a lot about a person’s health. One of the most frequently ordered tests is a CBC, or complete blood cell count, which tells...
by Adam Taylor, The Conversation Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Caffeine is the most consumed psychoactive compound in the world. Even if you don’t drink coffee or tea, you probably still regularly consume caffeine since it’s found in everything from fizzy drinks and cold remedies to decaf coffee and chocolate. When caffeine is consumed, it’s rapidly absorbed...
Peer-Reviewed Publication AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR NUTRITION Rockville, MD (January 16, 2024) – To educate physicians and other health care professionals on the fundamentals of nutrition, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has launched a new article series titled Nutrition for the Clinician. The effort supports the White House National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health...
by Merissa Elizabeth Hickman, The Conversation Credit: CC0 Public DomainIt’s well-known how important it is to look after your health during and after pregnancy. But it can also be just as important for both men and women to focus on their health even before they begin trying for a baby. Preconception health refers to the lifestyle...
Written by Daphne Berryhill, RPh | Reviewed by Stacia Woodcock, PharmD Key takeaways: Traditional Chinese medicine has long used functional mushrooms to treat various health concerns. In recent years, functional mushrooms have become popular in many commercial products, like teas and powders.Growing research shows functional mushrooms may help improve health in many ways. But studies...
Dark Chocolate: A Delicious Ally in Cardiovascular Health By: BNN Correspondents The old adage, “Let food be thy medicine” finds a contemporary affirmation in recent scientific findings that link the consumption of dark chocolate to a reduction in the risk of future cardiovascular diseases. The rich, bittersweet treat, often enjoyed with a cup of coffee, is...
Written by Maria Robinson, MD, MBA | Reviewed by Sophie Vergnaud, MD Nadya So/iStock via Getty Images Plus Key takeaways: Most people don’t spend much timethinking about their fingernails or toenails. And that’s normally OK. But, like your skin, the health of your nails can say a lot about your overall health. Afterall, nails are...
