We all look forward to Thanksgiving so we can spend some quality time with family and friends. Unfortunately, if you are on a diet or just trying to eat healthy, the holidays can be another source of stress. It can be very tempting to indulge. How you eat during the holidays depends on several factors, […]

Statins are commonly used drugs that help prevent heart-related deaths. Recently, scientists have discovered that statins may reduce cancer-related deaths. Researchers in Denmark surveyed cancer patients between 1995 and 2007 and found that those who took statins before their cancer diagnosis had a higher survival rate compared to patients who did not take the cholesterol-lowering […]

Didn’t get enough sleep because of your rough and busy schedule? Catching up on your sleep this weekend may not be enough to make up for your bad sleeping habits. You may want to upgrade your sleep habits this weekend so you’ll get more of it every day. Improve your sleeping environment A comfortable bed […]

People with insomnia may have twice the risk for heart attack or stroke compared to those who get enough sleep, a recent study suggests. The study, conducted by Taiwanese researchers, adds to the growing number of evidence that sleep problems can cause major illness. Previous studies have suggested that sleep problems can cause or contribute […]

Deaths due to heart-related issues are likely to occur during the winter months regardless of the climate, a recent study says. The research, presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2012, analyzed 2005-08 deaths from Arizona, Georgia, Los Angeles, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington; areas with different climates. “This was surprising because climate was […]

Excessive sugar consumption is one of the main reasons you don’t have your ideal body weight and you can’t achieve your fitness goals. Unfortunately, you may not be aware of exactly how much sugar you consume because it may be camouflaged in some foods you regularly eat. In addition, some people find it hard to […]

Women who regularly consume sugary drinks are more likely to experience stroke than women who only drink sweetened beverages occasionally, according to a recent Japanese research. Like previous studies that showed the link between sugary drinks and several health problems like diabetes, obesity, and heart attacks, this study also failed to establish a cause-and-effect relationship […]

Leaving clothes to dry indoors can cause health problems for people prone to allergies, asthma, and hay fever. According to researchers, the increased air moisture encourages harmful mold growth and dust mites. Scientists from the Mackintosh Environmental Architecture Research Unit in Glasgow found that 87 percent of households dried their clothes indoors when it gets […]

A recent study suggests that eating at least two servings of fish per week reduces the risk of stroke. The same research also suggests that fish oil supplements do not have the same effect. For years, regular consumption of fish and long-chain omega-3 fatty acids has been known to reduce the risk of coronary artery […]

Many people can’t get by without getting their caffeine fix either from coffee, tea, or sodas. Unfortunately, most of us are not aware of the health risks associated with excessive caffeine consumption. People’s vulnerability to the effects of caffeine varies. In general, consuming moderate amounts has negligible effects on health. Studies conducted by the American […]