For the study, published in the journal Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, researchers examined how a group of plant compounds that build up in the retina, known as macular pigments, work to improve eye health and functional vision. Previous studies have shown that eating foods like dark leafy greens or yellow and orange vegetables, which contain...
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Consumer Health: What’s the difference between heartburn and GERD?
by Laurel Kelly, Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: CC0 Public Domain Heartburn—that burning pain in your chest after eating certain foods or when you lie down in the evening—is a common complaint and usually no cause for alarm. Heartburn occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, which is the tube that carries food...
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Having Digestive Issues? Low Fibre In Diet Maybe The Cause; Add These Fibre-Rich Foods To Your Diet
Health Manya Singh Updated: June 08, 2023 7:33 pm IST Whole grains are a great source of fibre for people looking to improve their digestive health A low-fibre diet can certainly be a cause for poor digestive health. Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that can’t be digested by the human body. It passes through...
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2 Surprising Supplements That Can Damage Your Heart Health, According To Experts
Story by Faith Geiger • Yesterday 4:00 AM supplement aisle at walmart pharmacy© Shutterstock Supplements can be a great way to fill any nutrient gaps in your diet or target a range of health needs, from sleep to weight loss. However, it’s important to be aware of the risks that come with certain supplements. In fact, there are...
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‘Red meat, sugar may cause colorectal cancer in young people’
A representational image of an infected intestine. — Unsplash/File Researchers in their new study suggested that people may develop colorectal cancer at a younger age by consuming red meat and sugar, as they found differences in protein breakdown. Colorectal cancer is increasing among people of young age and according to an estimate, it is to...
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How chronic stress drives the brain to crave comfort food
by Garvan Institute of Medical Research Study authors. Credit: Garvan Institute When you’re stressed, a high-calorie snack may seem like a comforting go-to. But this combination has an unhealthy downside. According to Sydney scientists, stress combined with calorie-dense comfort food creates changes in the brain that drive more eating, boost cravings for sweet, highly palatable food...
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10 Medications That May Raise Your Risk of Liver Damage
Written by Rachel Feaster, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS | Reviewed by Katie E. Golden, MD Updated on April 26, 2023 Key takeaways: There are many medications that can increase the risk of liver damage. Certain antibiotics, anti-seizure medications, and cancer treatments are a few examples. Some over-the-counter (OTC) medications and supplements can cause liver problems, too....
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Why is my snot green? How deep are my sinuses? Fascinating facts about mucus, noses and sprays
by David King, The Conversation We’re not really sure why we evolved to have sinuses – but they work. Credit: Shutterstock Our noses perform important functions every day of our lives, but we often only notice when disease changes how they work. Our sense of smell works when chemical molecules are sniffed into the nose and make contact with...
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Osteoporosis too often misunderstood and ignored despite its serious health consequences
by The North American Menopause Society Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Osteoporosis is a degenerative, debilitating bone disease that is increasingly prevalent in postmenopausal women. Despite its being classified as one of the four most dangerous health issues today, a new study demonstrated that many women either misunderstand it or underestimate its potential effects. As a result,...
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Wildfires may fuel heart health hazards: Smoke exposure increases cardiovascular risks
by American Heart Association Smoky haze over New York, NY. Credit: American Heart Association As wildfires spread across southern Canada, smoke from those fires is rapidly drifting into the U.S. The American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health for all, warns that wildfire smoke exposure poses an increased risk...