Two recent studies suggest elderly adults shouldn’t skimp on their daily dose of Vitamin D if they wish to keep their mind and heart healthy. The first study linked low levels of Vitamin D to an increased risk of dementia. According to researchers, older patients who have low levels of Vitamin D intake are about 122 […]
In Heart Health Race, Low Carb Diet Beats Low Fat
A new study conducted by researchers at Tulane University found that in the battle of weight loss and heart health, a low-carbohydrate diet beats a low-fat diet. Research has long since confirmed that low-carb diets tend to outperform low-fat diets when it comes to weight loss, but there was debate over their implications for heart […]
Foot Sensory Issues Could Be Precursor To Heart Attack
Research by medical students at St. George’s University in London found that the loss of sensation in the feet in diabetics could be a predictor of certain cardiovascular events like heart attack or strokes. As we’ve documented in past posts, diabetes affects how blood flows throughout the body. Diabetes can damage blood vessels and nerves, […]
War on Obesity: Mexico Bans Soda & Junk Food Commercials
Mexico announced that it has banned all high-calorie food and soft drink commercials from terrestrial and cable TV in an attempt to combat the growing obesity trend. According to the press release, the restrictions will be into effect immediately but it will not be a round-the-clock ban. Government officials say the junk food and soda […]
Heart Disease Study Saves Americans $37.1 Billion
A $260 million trial aimed at determining the effects of combined hormone therapy (cHT) as a prevention strategy for individuals with cardiovascular disease (CVD) has resulted in a net economic gain of $37.1 billion, according to a study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. When all was said and done the trial uncovered that […]
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