We all carry trillions of microbes in and on our bodies but only recently have we come to appreciate their importance to our health. Humans and their microbes have co-evolved to function and survive together. We know these organisms are important warriors fighting off unhealthy invaders. What we don’t know is who is residing inside … Read More
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In a small study, were 3/4 of the subjects were overweight, those men who ate more total fat and saturated (butter, cheese, meat, whole milk, bacon) had lower sperm quality. Those who ate more omega-3 fats (fish, olives, flaxseeds, walnuts, oysters) had more normal sperm. Choosing healthier fats can increase a couple’s success of getting … Read More
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When it comes to your health size does matter. For men, if your waist measures more than 40 inches (for women 38 inches) you are at greater risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and other serious health problems. … Read More
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Australian researchers presenting at the American Thoracic Society meeting cautioned that asthma patients should avoid meals high in fat. High dietary fat intakes are known to activate the immune response, leading to inflammation, but this is the first research to show that a high fat meal can effect airway inflammation contributing to asthma. The high … Read More
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Bet you didn’t know this disadvantage that comes with being overweight: Weighing too much put you at risk for cavities, tooth loss and bad breath. … Read More
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The concept of risk factors related to disease is relatively new in medicine. We didn’t even consider lifestyle as part of your risk for heart disease until the 1960s. But now we know that many things you do can increase your risks, which tend to cluster and build on each other creating an even more … Read More
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Don’t smoke. Eat well. Be physically active. Drink alcohol in moderation. Following these healthy practices reduces your risk for cancer and heart disease, increasing your lifespan by slightly over 11 years. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Read More
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Lifestyle trumps drugs for a healthy heart. Not smoking, drinking in moderation, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and eating right can reduce the risk of heart disease by 87%. … Read More
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The numbers on your blood test are important to predict your future heart health. If they fall within the normal range, your doctor will recommend another screening in a year or more. If your numbers are up, your doctor may recommend some lifestyle changes or even medication. What do those numbers really mean? Total Cholesterol: … Read More
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Size counts. At a trouser size of 38 for men and a dress size of 18 for women health risks begin to climb to roughly four to seven times that of people who wear smaller sizes. … Read More
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