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A new study has found that children whose mothers were overweight or obese before pregnancy, or whose mothers gained too much weight during pregnancy, are at an increased risk of being obese themselves.
Individuals who do not regularly consume caffeine experience a significant rise in resting blood pressure after consuming energy drinks, according to researchers from the Mayo Clinic.
Researchers at the University of Queensland (UQ) report they have found how ultrasound could stop Alzheimer’s disease. Thus far this finding has been observed in a mouse only, but future studies in sheep and humans are planned.
To qualify for Bariatric weight loss surgery, a patient has to typically be clinically diagnosed as being morbidly obese. But what if you are short of being morbidly obese and want some medical intervention that can work just as well - if not better than - bariatric surgery? According to a recent news report, a new weight loss procedure for patients not obese enough for bariatric surgery may be approved by the FDA in the near future.
Mental and physical exercises, along with healthy eating, can slow cognitive decline in the elderly, according to new research.
Vaginal labiaplasty, sometimes referred to as vaginal rejuvenation, is one of the fastest growing procedures on the plastic surgery circuit. What is the latest on labiaplasty and why are more and more women choosing it?
It is oft said that there is no magic pill for weight loss. However, presentation of some recent research posits that a “magic” weight loss pill is possible as observed in both genetically and diet-induced obese mice that experienced up to 50 percent fat loss in just two weeks when given an experimental drug currently studied for cholesterol lowering.
Tamara Meyers believes her fibromyalgia was caused by Essure implants, and she continues to suffer years after her initial procedure. Meyers is not the first person to report pain and fibromyalgia after getting Essure. During a congressional briefing, Kim Hudak also shared the health problems that appeared after she had the procedure.
The Natural Product Expo showcased new gluten-free products from a variety of companies at the Anaheim Convention Center. The annual event also featured organic, vegan and non-GMO products. More than 2,700 exhibits filled the convention center and offered visitors the chance to see the latest food innovations.
We have heard that fewer calories consumed and more calories burned is the key to successful weight loss. However, well-known weight loss health expert Dr. Mark Hyman posits that, “…it’s not overeating that makes you fat; it’s being fat that makes you overeat.” Discover now what Dr. Hyman believes is the real solution to America’s obesity problem and how you can get your body on track for weight loss in just 10 days.
Women who have a family history of prostate cancer are at greater risk of developing breast cancer, according to a new study.
It appears that a drug currently on the market to treat overactive bladder may help restore myelin in patients with multiple sclerosis. More specifically, the drug promotes remyelination, a natural process that fails to progress properly in people who have MS.
According to weight loss experts, losing weight through exercise and dieting is the only way to safely and effectively lose weight that will remain lost. However, what if there was a way to double the odds that you will lose 5-10% of your initial body weight through recommended standard weight loss efforts? Find out now about a new weight loss drug for overweight and obese adults that experts recently reported can help give you a significant jump-start on losing weight.
The leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree are better known as kratom and have been used in traditional medicine. However, several countries have banned the controversial drug, and its use in the United States is being debated. Studies show that kratom is capable of opioid-like activity, and some fibromyalgia patients have been using it to fight chronic pain.
Doctors often recommend endoscopies for patients who may have celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. However, a recent superbug scare has made some patients hesitate to have the procedure. Staff used contaminated endoscopes at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and exposed 179 patients to deadly carbapenem resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE).
Eating a vegetarian diet may help lower a person's risk of colorectal cancer, according to new research.
The so-called "love hormone" oxytocin may aid in weight loss by reducing caloric intake, according to a new study.
Researchers found specific benefits of two nutrients for individuals who have age-related macular degeneration. People age 50 and older are most at risk of developing this eye disease, which can result in severely limited vision.
There is a global problem affecting fibromyalgia patients who want to receive proper care from their doctors. In many cases, patients are facing long wait times for doctors’ appointments and tests. Karen Baker recently shared her own experience with a doctor’s appointment that turned into a scheduling nightmare.
If you are traveling to Munich and have celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, then you should be aware of some of the safe locations to eat. Visiting the city during Oktoberfest is a challenge for people who require a gluten-free diet, but it is still possible to enjoy the festivities and eat a delicious variety of foods. Tourists who plan to visit Munich during other times of the year can also find gluten-free options.
Diabetes can lead to nerve damage known as neuropathy that is painful, permanent, irreversible and progressive. The most common symptoms of peripheral neuropathy that occurs in the extremities is a feeling of numbness and tingling and sharp, stabbing pain, especially in the feet. Researchers at Northwestern University have uncovered a new way to help diabetics get relief from diabetic neuropathy.
New research suggests emulsifiers that are in the bread you eat every day and in a wide variety of other foods may be contributing to chronic inflammation of the gut that leads to Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and more.
A new study reveals that sex specific weight control is possible as researchers discover that feeding a chemical compound from the leaves of a tree in South America caused female mice fed a high fat diet to avoid weight gain while their male test-mates became obese and diabetic on the same diet.
A fibromyalgia patient was shocked to discover inaccessible parking spots at her school. Yolanda Aqui must use a cane because of her fibromyalgia and arthritis, but parking closer to the building helps her. However, the parking spots reserved for people with disabilities at Merivale High School, located in the Ottawa-Carleton District, were filled with snow.
Campos Foods is recalling its H-E-B beef burgers because they contain wheat, but it is not listed on the packages. The recall affects several varieties of the H-E-B beef burgers, and consumers who are allergic to wheat, have celiac disease or gluten sensitivities are being encouraged to dispose of the product. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has confirmed the recall and labeled it a Class II.
Individuals with multiple sclerosis want to know what’s going on behind closed doors concerning drug research for this disease. A new study shows that MS patients want full disclosure concerning the financial relationship between the doctors and the drug companies in pharmaceutical industry-sponsored clinical trials (ISCTs) before they will agree to participate in such research.
Did you know that your snack bar packaged with healthy and appealing images of nuts and berries may have as many calories and as much fat as a Snickers Bar? Discover now what Consumer Reports has to say with their latest snack bar advice to help you watch your calories, and find out which snack bar received their best snack bar rating.
The role of coffee in multiple sclerosis can be viewed from two perspectives: its ability to prevent or decrease risk of the disease and its impact on individuals who already have MS. Since a new study has addressed the former scenario, it seems like a good time to look at the effect of coffee on both sides of the question.
A recent study shows that raising your treadmill incline has the added benefit of not only cutting belly fat, but also your risk of developing diabetes. Here is the latest on just how much extra effort you need to add to your treadmill routine.
Although too much sodium chloride can cause a number of health problems, a new study has found that a high-salt diet may help the body protect itself against bacteria.
