Lowering Cholesterol, Blood Pressure May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
WEDNESDAY, April 13, 2011 (Health.com) – Treating traditional risk factors for heart disease such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes may also prevent the progression of mild memory and cognitive problems into full-blown Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. Although dietary changes, cholesterol-lowering statins, and hypertension drugs such as beta-blockers are far from a surefire way […]
(Not) For Women Only: HPV Affects Half of Adult Men, Study Shows
March 2, 2011 Most Men Unaware of Risk, Say Experts People often think the transmission of human papilloma virus (HPV) is something that endangers women, but a new study shows there may be a good reason to aim similar prevention messages at men. Researchers found that about half of adult men could have HPV. “We […]
The Thyroid Function & Weight Loss
According to EndocrineWeb.com, the thyroid’s main function is to convert iodine to the thyroid hormones thyroxine and triodothyronine, also known as T4 and T3. All of your cells rely on T3 and T4 for metabolic regulation, which means that thyroid hormones participate in every function and system in your body. Thyroid disorders stem from over […]
Can Overuse of Antibacterial Soap Cause Allergies in Kids?
Clean is good, especially when it comes to fending off germs, but is there such a thing as being too clean? Perhaps. Researchers based at the University of Michigan School of Public Health report that children who overuse antibacterial soaps may be at higher risk of developing allergies. Does overuse of antibacterial soap cause allergies […]