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Physical strain, emotional upset can trigger heart attack
Intense physical exertion or extreme emotional upset can each trigger a heart attack, and the risk may be highest if the two are combined, according to a new study.
“Our study is the largest study exploring …
5 Mental Habits That Will Make You Much Smarter, According to an MIT Neuroscientist
IQ is largely fixed, but intelligence depends on context and approach.
Give a person an IQ test in elementary school and again when he or she is a senior citizen and science suggests the score will …
Mysteries of Weight Loss
So you’re finally ready to lose weight. Now the question is: How? WebMD has answers for you.
The standard advice — to eat less and move more — isn’t so helpful when it comes to the …
‘Looming catastrophe’: These 7 emergency surgeries account for 80 percent of deaths and costs
Chances are that even the lucky among us will see the inside of an emergency room at some point, for ourselves or our loved ones. More than 3 million such patients undergo a surgical procedure …
Rates of severe obesity among U.S. kids still rising: study
Obesity continues to plague American kids, with a new study finding rates of severe obesity climbing over a 15-year period.
Examining national data from 1999 through 2014, researchers found that one-third of American children aged 2 to …
Short Answers to Hard Questions About Zika Virus
Why scientists are worried about the growing epidemic and its effects on pregnant women, and advice on how to avoid the infection
The World Health Organization has declared the Zika virus an international public health emergency, …
Survey Reveals Beliefs, Behaviors on Alzheimer’s
People recognize the seriousness of Alzheimer’s disease, but they aren’t taking steps to learn about their personal chances of getting the disease or to prepare for it financially, according to a new survey.
The WebMD and …
Troubling Habits of Chronically Unhappy People
Happiness comes in so many different forms that it can be hard to define. Unhappiness, on the other hand, is easy to identify; you know it when you see it, and you definitely know when …
Should you walk or run for exercise? Here’s what the science says. – Vox
Experts untangle the relative risks and benefits of each activity.
At Vox, I sit next to health reporter Sarah Kliff, who trains for half-marathons and triathlons with a casualness most people reserve for grocery shopping. But …
Frequent spicy meals linked to human longevity | World news | The Guardian
Seven-year study of adults in China matches regular consumption of spicy foods, such as chilli peppers, to 14% reduced risk of death
People who request an extra kick to their curry could also be adding years …
According to the theory of evolution, why do we die? – Quora
Excellent question. And before I explain the real answer, which is rather mind-bending, here are some previous arguments and why they are wrong.
Myth 1: We die to make room for younger generations.
Genes are selfish, …
Why the most popular rule of weight loss is completely wrong
There’s a popular rule you’ve probably heard before about losing weight: for every 3,500 calories you shed from your diet, you’ll lose a pound. But just because everyone, including nutritionists with graduate degrees, keep repeating this doesn’t make …
How Slavery’s Legacy Affects the Mental Health of Black Americans
On July 22, in announcing the federal indictment of Charleston killer Dylann Roof, Attorney General Loretta Lynch commented that the expression of forgiveness offered by the victims’ families is “an incredible lesson and message for us …
Get Over Lightheadedness by Tensing Up Your Leg Muscles
A bout of lightheadedness can come from all sorts of things. To help prevent yourself from passing out, Dr. Steven Lamm suggests tensing up your leg muscles.
Source: Get Over Lightheadedness by Tensing Up Your Leg …
Could these new cholesterol drugs save many Americans from heart attacks?
A federal advisory committee this week will decide whether to recommend approval of the first in a new class of drugs many experts believe could significantly cut the risk of strokes and heart attacks, a leading …
Caffeine consumption reduces chance of erectile dysfunction – UPI.com
Men who drink two to three cups of coffee per day, or consume an equivalent amount of caffeine, are 40 percent less likely to experience erectile dysfunction.
Source: Caffeine consumption reduces chance of erectile dysfunction
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Veterans with PTSD at higher risk for sleep apnea – UPI.com
Young veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, have a high probability of obstructive sleep disorder, according to a small study.Researchers found that 69 percent of veterans who were evaluated for self-reported PTSD symptoms were …
How Darwin used rest to be more productive — and how you can, too
In the United States, we work among the longest hours of any advanced economy, and we tend to most highly prize workers who log the most hours at the office. But what if we’re wrong? …
Health Check (Spring 2015)
Just got my latest lipid (Cholesterol) profile results. The doctor wanted me to follow up after my last assessment in the Fall. My LDL (bad cholesterol) was really crappy, so she wanted me to get …
15 Healthy Indulgences Under $15 Slideshow
Indulge Yourself!
It’s been a long day, a long week…heck, the whole month seems to be moving at a snail’s pace. If you need a pick-me-up, how about some good food, relaxation, and maybe a little …
Alcohol and the Holidays: Expert Q&A
It’s the holiday season, and along with that comes parties and lots of drinking. Liquid calories can torpedo an otherwise-perfect diet plan, but Caroline Cederquist, MD, a weight loss specialist, says that doesn’t have to …
How Successful People Squash Stress
Drinking caffeine triggers the release of adrenaline. Adrenaline is the source of the “fight-or-flight” response, a survival mechanism that forces you to stand up and fight or run for the hills when faced with a …
Health Check (Fall 2014)
So, I finished up my round of health checks for the year over the last few weeks. Here is where I stand. By virtue of race, I am predisposed to a few things like high …
Tattoos and Breast Cancer
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Cancer.org reports that each year “more than 296,000 American women face breast cancer,” and its website offers a wealth of information regarding reconstructive surgery. And with those surgeries come scars.
There are other options, …
Sex Drive: How Do Men and Women Compare?
Birds do it, bees do it, and men do it any old time. But women will only do it if the candles are scented just right — and their partner has done the dishes first. …
3 Steps to Beat Belly Fat
If you’re going to beat belly fat, you need to understand what you’re up against. Learn all the factors that come into play and why that pinchable roll of fat around your middle is the …
A Visual Guide to Understanding Stroke
What Is a Stroke?
Stroke is a medical emergency and a leading cause of death in the U.S. It occurs when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or, more commonly, when a blockage develops. Without …
Managing your Feeling of Grief
Key points
Grief is a normal and healthy reaction that occurs when you lose someone or something important. Although it is possible to delay or postpone grieving, it is not possible to avoid grieving altogether.
Grief will …
When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s Disease
Could It Be Alzheimers?
It is normal for our loved ones to become a bit forgetful as they age. So how can we separate a harmless senior moment€ from a more serious problem like Alzheimer’s disease? …
A Visual Slide Show: Acupuncture
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is an age-old healing practice of traditional Chinese medicine in which thin needles are placed at specific points in the body. It’s primarily used to relieve pain but also has been used …
