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Researchers from University of Exeter and Tokyo University of the Arts recently explored why people make music. Is making music more than just individual expression?
Consumption of sugar sweetened drinks, especially among youth, has become a major health concern. Findings published recently in the journal Circulation suggest sweetened beverages might contribute to up to 184,000 deaths or disability each year.
When it comes to walking for exercise, the Golden Rule of fitness is 10,000 steps per day. But is this really the number we should be shooting for, or is less okay?
Type 1 diabetes can be difficult to control, especially for active teens. Results of a new study show taking care of pets, in this case a fish, can help teenagers manage diabetes that ultimately means fewer complications from the disease.
Here is the latest on a Chinese mushroom extract that scientists report reduced the body weight of mice on a high-fat diet.
Tremors are one of the more common symptoms of multiple sclerosis. This uncontrollable shaking can be especially bothersome, embarrassing, and debilitating at times, but there are ways to help manage it.
Researchers have shown for the first time how fructose affects our brain in ways that could be contributing to diabetes, obesity and more.
Oral health affects your overall wellness and has been linked to several medical conditions. It is important to understand common dental procedures and how they affect your general health. Education is a powerful tool that helps patients reduce their fear and anxiety.
A new class of drugs is in development that could help people suffering from migraine headaches. The medications work to stop the cascade of events that lead to migraines in the first place.
Two recent studies offer some important information on bone health for individuals who have multiple sclerosis. If you have MS and haven’t had a talk with your doctor about osteoporosis and your bones, it’s high time you did.
There’s nothing wrong with dressing to look as thin as possible. However, when you squeeze into those skinny jeans or your favorite Spanx, when is tight too tight? Here is a recent warning for women who want to look thin about what you should especially not be doing while wearing constrictive clothing.
The diagnosis process for celiac disease can be a long and difficult journey for some patients. The Mayo Clinic recently addressed a common concern from patients who are trying to determine if they have celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. The clinic highlighted some of the common steps taken to determine a diagnosis, and some of the issues that may arise.
Today’s women can spend over a third of their lives in the post-menopausal stage. Many women are turning to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to manage their symptoms. However, are all hormone replacement therapies equal and safe? Since HRT was introduced in the 1960s, there has been controversy over the safety of using synthetic hormones for menopausal symptom relief. Do other options exist, and are they safer?
Echinacea is an herb that has long been the subject of controversy concerning its healing abilities, especially involving the upper respiratory tract infections such as the common cold and the flu. Now a new comparative study published in Current Therapeutic Research suggests that Echinacea is as effective against flu viruses as oseltamivir, also known as Tamiflu.
Some of the edible medical marijuana products on the market are mislabeled, according to a new study in JAMA. This could prove to be a significant problem for the estimated 16 to 26 percent of medical marijuana users who consume “medibles.”
Do you dread going on vacation because you are worried that it will lead to your backsliding on your current weight loss efforts? Especially if you at one of those all-inclusive meal resorts or cruise ships! According to Doctor Oz, that does not have to happen. In fact, many people actually lose weight while on vacation when they follow his vacation weight loss tips.
A new report indicates that there is growing concern about conflicts of interest and fibromyalgia drug studies. Researchers found that most of the studies had at least one financial conflict of interest (FCOI), and many were sponsored by drug companies.
Although some apartments take a hostile stance when it comes to pet ownership, new studies show that pet ownership results in significant health benefits, so there may be cause to reevaluate pet policies. What exactly are the benefits of the cat in the corner, or a hound barking at passing neighbors? The benefits are numerous and range from lower blood pressure to lower anxiety.
Did you know that most dieters regain 40 percent of their lost weight in the first year after weight loss; and, eventually wind up regaining everything they lost within five years? A new study published in the Journal of Obesity reveals to dieters the trick to losing the weight and how to keep from regaining it.
A new study found that men are more likely to cheat on their gluten-free diet despite being diagnosed with celiac disease. The research also reveals that celiac disease sufferers often feel stigmatized because of the condition. Cheating on the gluten-free diet has both short-term and long-term consequences that can lead to serious health issues.
The Patriots' Dominique Easley is focusing on fibromyalgia awareness and wants to find a cure for this condition. He has revealed that his sister, Destinee, has fibromyalgia and suffers from chronic pain that often prevents her from being able to walk. Easley plans to donate the money from his football camp to fibromyalgia research.
A recent analysis about what studies are really telling us about weight loss is that dieting does more good than exercising does toward losing weight.
A new study from Northwestern Medicine researchers found forty-three percent of consumers surveyed had no idea what to look for when choosing the right sunscreen. Are you using the right skin protection?
Researchers have tapped more deeply into the positive effects animals can have on our health. Indiana University scientists recently discovered watching cat videos can boost our mood, give us more energy and more. Interestingly, people with certain personality traits seem to enjoy watching cats on the internet more than others.
Results of a small pilot study suggest vitamin D might help keep Crohn's disease in remission and improve quality of life for people diagnosed with the inflammatory bowel disease.
While there are a wide range of diet plans to choose from, what works best - choosing your preference or flipping a coin? Here is what one small study found that surprised weight loss experts.
Findings published online in the Journal Heart suggests chocolate can be enjoyed even by people concerned about their risk for heart attack and stroke.
A new study examined the use of gabapentin to treat fibromyalgia in patients who suffered from pain and sleep problems. Although the drug was originally created to treat epilepsy, doctors have been using it for other conditions. There are a limited number of older studies on gabapentin being used to treat fibromyalgia, so the new research is significant.
A study conducted only in the laboratory suggests taking an aspirin a day might help prevent breast and other types of cancer. Researchers for the study that appears in the July 2015 issue of Laboratory Investigation say aspirin appears to have the ability to block cancer stem cells from reproducing.
We have known for years that salt in our diet is the bugaboo of good health. However, researchers have recently discovered that testing a French fry hypothesis by varying the salt content in the diets of mice on a high fat diet suggests a new anti-obesity tactic that may be the answer to treating obesity in man.
