Alzheimer’s disease is a disease that is often not diagnosed until it is in the mid-to-late stages of development. With advancements in technology and research, early detection of Alzheimer’s disease has been improving. It is important to detect Alzheimer’s as early as possible so that it can be handled appropriately, as there is no known […]
Individuals that are diagnosed with OCD (or show symptoms of OCD) may be negatively affected by their bedtime. Meredith Coles (Professor at Binghamton University) worked with her medical school colleague, Jessica Schubert to conduct a study that shows that the time of night a person goes to bed can be linked to the presence of […]
Gray hairs are something that people normally start to see in their 50s, but a fortunate (or more appropriately, unfortunate) few can see gray hairs develop as early as their twenties. The factors that cause these premature gray hairs are not completely understood, but the reason for the change in color is known. The color […]
There are literally hundreds of weight loss programs to choose from. At the bookstores, the weight loss section with blow your mind. Some of these programs are very involved, but there are simple ways that we can lose weight as well. If you’re considering embarking on a weight loss program, take a […]
A group of researchers have found a second type of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) with a biological foundation. They’ve named it “atypical” as opposed to “classical” CFS. Unlike classical CFS, it doesn’t necessarily become evident with classic flu symptoms such as headaches, muscle pain and difficultly concentrating. Instead it seems to be associated with triggers […]
Children in the U.S. are being diagnosed more and more with myopia, or nearsightedness. This causes the child to not be able to see objects in the distance clearly, and can cause them to miss out on a lot of life’s moments because of blurry vision. This is not the only negative side effect of […]
There is a lot of misinformation out there about the nature of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), and it’s important to clarify a few issues surrounding the condition and related symptoms. It’s important, on the one hand, because PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) is so commonplace; with 20% of all women of childbearing age suffering from it, […]
Research recently presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference showed a link between stressful events in childhood and early adulthood and cognitive decline in later years. The Study The longitudinal study used individuals registered with the Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer’s Prevention. The participants were assessed for cognitive function every two years. The researchers measured […]
The newest trend in the world of health includes “breatharians,” people who are very focused on harnessing oxygen to their advantage. By working to harness sunight and oxygen as a vital part of survival and living a healthy lifestyle, an entire new industry is opening up. For example, Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a process in which […]
