Irregular Periods, PCOS, and Endometriosis May Raise Heart Disease and Stroke Risk
Women who have gynecologic conditions like endometriosis, heavy or irregular periods, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may have a higher risk of heart disease and conditions that affect blood flow to the brain, including stroke, a new study found.“While the degree of this increased risk varied across individual studies, the overall picture strongly suggests that people with these conditions...
Mediterranean Diet May Lower Cancer Risk
People who closely follow a Mediterranean diet may have a lower risk of obesity-related cancers, even if eating this way doesn’t help them lose weight or slim down their waistlines, a new study suggests.“The Mediterranean diet is rich in foods that support overall health and help protect against diseases, including cancer,” says the lead study author, Inmaculada Aguilera-Buenosvinos, PhD, a...
Health Benefits of Grapes
Eating grapes on their own may be the most common way to consume them, but there are many ways to incorporate them into salads and other sweet and savory dishes.Fruit SaladCombine your favorite fruits in a colorful fruit salad, such as this recipe from the Vegan Recipe Bowl.Fruits that may go well with grapes include these choices:KiwifruitOrangesPearsApplesPeachesPlumsBananasHere are some tips...
What Is Vasculitis?
Vasculitis is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the blood vessels. It can affect arteries, veins, and capillaries. This condition causes blood vessel walls to swell, which restricts blood flow to vital organs. In some cases, vasculitis can cause serious complications. There are many different types of vasculitis, which can be triggered by infections, autoimmune disorders, or reactions...
What Is Normal Blood Sugar?
In some special cases, the recommended targets are even higher:Children with diabetes may have higher glycemic targets, in recognition of how uniquely difficult it can be to manage the blood sugar of youngsters.Older adults may have higher glycemic targets, due to hypoglycemia unawareness, other health conditions, and shorter life expectancy, among other factors.It seems natural to wonder if it...
Does Insulin Cause Weight Gain?
It’s dangerous to reduce or adjust insulin dosing without consulting a doctor first. Talk to your medical team about the interactions between your insulin dosage and your diet, exercise habits, and other medications. Weight gain is not inevitable. “Balancing insulin dosing and meal timing can help reduce that effect,” says Wadsworth. Here are other healthy lifestyle tips to help...
Each Hour of Daily Screen Time Raises the Risk of Nearsightedness
If you need another reason to spend less time on your computer and your smartphone, a new study suggests that all this screen time is bad for your eyesight.Researchers examined data from 45 studies with more than 335,000 participants who were 9 years old on average. Participants either had eye exams or reported whether they were nearsighted. They also...
Are Seed Oils Bad for You?
A new food bogeyman is making headlines in the nutrition world: oils, such as canola, corn, and soybean, that are extracted from the seeds of edible plants.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e59762989b581d8-10e1-41da-8bf8-9035b53ee748 Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the new U.S. secretary of Health and Human Services, is among those alleging that these so-called seed oils are sneakily unhealthy and even downright dangerous. “Seed oils are...
Resources to Treat Graves’ Disease
To learn more about Graves’ disease, including how to navigate the diagnosis, you may want to contact an organization that assists or represents people with the disease. Some of the major organizations include:Graves’ Disease & Thyroid Foundation (GDATF)This organization connects individuals with Graves’ disease to information and community support. Visit the GDATF website to find a support group in your...
Postpartum Depression (PPD) Symptoms
Although having a baby can be an exciting and life-changing milestone, for some new parents, the experience can bring on intense sadness, anxiety, loneliness, and other emotions. These may be symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD), a type of depression that kicks in during the first year after childbirth. If you think you may have PPD, you’re not alone. PPD...
