The common condition that could raise risk of death by more than 50% - new study
THERE are many elements that come together to help someone to live longer. Among them are a balanced diet and regular exercise, the two considered by many to be the most influential. However, other factors can also play a role such as the presence of other conditions, say researchers. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 31, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How to live longer: The breakfast that helps ‘ward off disease’ including heart disease
CHOOSING to eat oats as your cereal in the morning as part of a healthy balanced diet might be one of the best options to help "ward off disease". (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 4, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Supplements warning: The over-the-counter sleep remedy ‘not safe’ to take with other meds
SUPPLEMENTS can be vital to many people, giving their bodies a much-needed boost. Even with a healthy and balanced diet, there might be some important nutrients and chemicals we're missing out on. But with the benefits come some potential risks. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 3, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
High cholesterol: The best type of cooking oil to lower levels - 'packed' with benefits
WHEN it comes to staying fit and healthy many of us will consider what we're eating and drinking. It's widely accepted that eating a balanced diet including plenty of fruit and vegetables is key. However, sometimes it's easy to forget about how we are actually cooking our meals. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 1, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
A Day in the Life of a Service to Armed Forces Team Member Deployed to Djibouti
Normally in Wisconsin, you can find Alexandra “Lexy” Huber serving as the Senior Services to Armed Forces Program Specialist, supporting service members, veterans and their families and connecting them to local and available resources.
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However, right now, Lexy is stationed in Djibouti. She is one of 23 Red Cross workers currently deployed on behalf of the Red Cross’ Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Division. They support U.S troops on bases in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
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Source: Red Cross Chat - July 18, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: American Red Cross Tags: Military Support american red cross International SAF service to the armed forces Source Type: news
Only 7% of Americans Have Optimal Heart Health, Study Says
Peak heart health is rare in the U.S.—and increasingly uncommon. A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology finds that fewer than 7% of all American adults have optimal health across five major areas related to heart and metabolic health: weight, blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease status. And the problem is getting worse.
These five categories were adapted from the American Heart Association’s definition of ideal cardiovascular and metabolic health. The study, which analyzed National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data from more than 55,...
Source: TIME: Health - July 5, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Tara Law Tags: Uncategorized healthscienceclimate Public Health Source Type: news
Heart disease: The red juice that could reduce your risk - latest finding by experts
A BALANCED diet and regular exercise are key methods of reducing the risk of coronary heart disease. The process is akin to putting fuel in a car, the higher quality the fuel the more efficiently the car will run. A new study suggests beetroot could be a positive addition to one's diet. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 9, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Type 2 diabetes warning: Two fruits that can cause blood sugar levels to rise 'too high'
TYPE 2 diabetes can present grave health problems if blood sugar levels are left to run riot. Although fruit is a staple of a balanced diet, two fruits can cause blood sugar levels to rise "too high", warns Diabetes.co.uk. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 6, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Senegal: Malnutrition Hindering the Health of Children in Khar Yalla
[AAF] Dakar -- Alassane and Diarra, two two-year-old twins share the same ordeal, having access to a rich and balanced diet. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - May 30, 2022 Category: African Health Source Type: news
How to live longer: The diet associated with ‘better memory’ in older age – key foods
EXERCISING regularly and consuming a balanced diet of fruit and vegetables are considered the two best ways to live a long and healthy live. They are the bedrocks of health. However, within the diet are various factors with the potential to influence the longevity of different parts of the body, including the mind. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 29, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How to live longer: How you can sleep better, feel good, and enhance longevity
THERE are several ways to live a longer life. The two most commonly suggested are to exercise regularly and to eat a healthy and balanced diet. However, new research suggests it isn't just what a person eats, but what they do with their time that matters. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 25, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Stroke: The green snack that may reduce your risk of stroke - new study
A STROKE occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off. If it's not treated quickly, a stroke can be fatal. One of the most effective ways to reduce one's risk of stroke is to eat a balanced diet. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 23, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Soluble fiber reduces antibiotic resistance in digestive tract, study finds
Healthy adults who eat a balanced diet rich in soluble fiber have lower levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in their digestive tracts, a study published Tuesday found. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - May 10, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What the Science Says About the Health Benefits of Vitamins and Supplements
From multivitamins and melatonin to fiber and fish oil, Americans who are trying to boost their health and immunity have a plethora of supplements to choose from. An estimated 58% of U.S. adults ages 20 and over take dietary supplements, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the supplement industry is valued at more than $30 billion a year. Supplement use has been growing rapidly over the past few decades along with the wellness industry.
“The popular belief is that a supplement is going to be helpful for promoting health,” says Fang Fang Zhang, a professor at Tufts University&rs...
Source: TIME: Health - April 28, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Sandeep Ravindran Tags: Uncategorized Diet & Nutrition healthscienceclimate Source Type: news
Survey: Many parents give supplements to counter kids' balking at balanced diet
More than half of parents in the United States say that it's difficult to get children to eat a balanced diet, and half report that they regularly give them dietary supplements, according to a survey released Monday. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - April 18, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
