As the leading cause of death for both men and women around the world, cardiovascular disease affects people of all ages and ethnicities.
1 In 3 deaths worldwide each year is caused by cardiovascular disease (world health org.)
Moderately overweight adults, even after having lost the weight, suffer increased chances of developing heart disease [...]
The Mediterranean Diet is not a diet per se but a loose term referring to the dietary practices of the people in the Mediterranean region. Each country that borders the Mediterranean Sea offers a variant to the Mediterranean Diet. Differences in ethnic background, culture, agricultural production, and religion between the Mediterranean countries [...]
Parenting, good or bad does not cause Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). A calm stable home may help ease some children, while a home with problems may lead to more frustration for a child with ADD/ADHD, but these are not the causes of ADD/ADHD.
Studies show that ADD and ADHD [...]
Fish oil is a proven food product for fighting disease and maintaining general good health. Fish oil is obtained from various species of fish such as mackerel, herring, sardines, lake trout, etc. Fish oil is safe for consumption by all age-groups; unlike dietary fish, which may be contaminated by metals such as mercury.
Fish oil is [...]
Asthma is a chronic lung condition in which inflammation of the airways, or bronchi, affects the way air enters and leaves the lungs, disrupting breathing. Asthma is an ancient Greek word meaning ?panting or short drawn breath.? It is the most troublesome of the respiratory diseases. It affects twice as many boys as girls in [...]
Dry eye syndrome, also called Keratoconjunctivitis sicca or xerophthalmia, refers to a lack of lubrication and moisture in the eye. This is mainly due to a decrease in the tear production or an increase in the tear film evaporation. The typical symptoms of dry eye syndrome are burning and a subtle but constant eye irritation. [...]
As a culture, we have grown to almost fear the life-giving rays of sun. Except for the sun-worshipers who faithfully do their time at the beach seeking the all-appealing tan, we either avoid sunshine altogether or lather ourselves with sunscreen to block any and all rays. And it’s no wonder, for we’ve been taught that [...]
Diet is an important ingredient in maintaining a perfect physique and disease proof body. With 70% Americans being victims of obesity, the first step in treating any disease is weight reduction. Diet control programs are based on individual preferences as certain people are allergic to certain food items or tend to put on fat [...]
Despite what we have been led to believe about sunlight, the right amount of responsible sun bathing can make you happier and healthier. Considering the sun as a friend by using it responsibly can be very beneficial as long as we avoid the damaging effects of chronic exposure.
Make sure you understand the risks of skin [...]
A study from Brown University Medical School shows that Alzheimer?s disease may be another form of diabetes, and all the recommendations for avoiding diabetes may also protect your memory (Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, November 2005.)
Like the pancreas, the brain produces insulin. Professor Suzanne M. de la Monte showed that brain levels of insulin and insulin [...]
