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Boost Your Well-Being with Simple Everyday Physical Activities
New research study shows how everyday physical activities, such as climbing stairs, can improve personal well-being. The benefits of physical activity on physical and
Transforming Point-of-Care Diagnostics with Wireless Handheld Ultrasound Devices
Picture a rural clinic without a radiologist on site, or an emergency room buzzing at full capacity. In both cases, the ability to get
Metformin: A Safe and Effective Diabetes Treatment Option for Pregnant Women
Metformin is a drug frequently used for diabetes treatment during pregnancy but its effects are not well understood. Butalia and colleagues reviewed existing clinical
The Dangers of Mixing Medications with Fruit Juice: What You Need to Know
A few years ago, researchers discovered that blood pressure medications worked differently when they were taken with grapefruit juice. In some of the cases,
Greenness Exposure Promotes Healthy Neuronal Development in Children
Researchers find a link between school-based exposure to greenness and neuronal development in children, in relation to ADHD. A factor that has been associated
The Hidden Benefits of Annual Checkups: Why They Matter More Than You Realize
We tend to visit doctors only when we feel extremely sick. Whether it’s mind numbing pain or uncontrollable cough, we only see a doctor
Impatto della Dieta Vegana sulla Salute Ossea e Perdita di Massa Ossea
Nos dias de hoje muitas pessoas optam pela dieta vegana por razões de saúde e éticas mas a exclusão de produtos animais da alimentação
Revolutionary Approaches to Opioid Addiction Treatment You Need to Know
The battle to find an opioid addiction treatment is not going well. Previous to the COVID-19 pandemic, the death rates from opioid overdoses were
The Surprising Truth About Inulin and Gluten: Why They Wont Keep You Full
A 2017 study investigated whether the addition of inulin and the plant protein wheat gluten enhance appetite suppression by rye porridge, and the effects
Exploring the Family History Connection Between Breast Cancer and Prostate Cancer
A new meta-analysis evaluated the link between breast cancer and prostate cancer risk to determine if breast cancer in first-degree relatives increased the risk
Understanding How Lisinopril Works: Mechanisms and Benefits Explained
Lisinopril (Zestril) is a blood-pressure-lowering medication.1 How does lisinopril work, what is it used for, and what are the common side effects? Lisinopril is
Transform Your Sleep: How Transcutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation Can Cure Insomnia
Insomniacs, would you believe a little buzz could send you to sleep? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners say that giving a little electric shock
The Surprising Connection Between the Common Cold and Flu Prevention
New research suggests that the common cold may help prevent the spread of the flu and other respiratory viruses. Over the past decade, advancements
Unlocking Health Insights: Can Fitness Trackers Predict COVID-19 Outbreaks?
Early research suggests that fitness trackers can predict COVID-19 by tracking changes in a person’s activity. One of the keys to preventing the spread
Designing for Impact: How to Create Products That Drive Meaningful Change
Design is critical. This can be said for a lot of spaces; however, in the medical field, it’s not only vital but a good
Exploring the Benefits of a Low-Salt Diet: Who Gains More, Men or Women?
A study published in Hypertension investigated whether women or men benefit more from a low-salt diet to lower blood pressure. Previous studies suggest
Probiotic Fruit Drinks: Impact on Glucose Levels and Insulin Responses Explained
A study using flavoured fruit and vegetable probiotic drinks highlights their effects on levels of glucose and insulin responses. We all love to eat
Understanding the Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Cognitive Decline
Researchers find an association between fragmented sleep and cognitive decline in mice. Sleep and the importance of getting an adequate amount of sleep have
Transform Your Daily Life with Innovative Wellness Support Solutions
Innovation in health and wellness expands beyond traditional limits and touches on day-to-day issues like urinary incontinence. Although quite frequently seen, such a phenomenon
Nasal Decongestant Faces Withdrawal: What This Means for Americas Favorite Relief Option
In recent news, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a proposal to remove oral phenylephrine from over-the-counter (OTC) medications for nasal congestion.1