Although dental disease and heart disease share many of the same risk factors, the American Heart Association says there’s no convincing evidence that dental disease causes heart disease. People with valve disorders need special dental care.
Cancer is associated with a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, especially among people treated with chemotherapy.
Mounting evidence shows that it is healthier to reduce animal-based proteins and increase plant-based proteins in the diet. Sources for plant-based proteins include whole grains, nuts, nut butters, legumes, and soy products.
It appears that skipping breakfast may lead to a higher risk of heart attack in middle-aged and older men. Our bodies need to be fed regularly to maintain cholesterol, insulin, and blood pressure at healthy levels.
Joint pain isn’t always caused by arthritis. Sometimes the culprit is bursitis. It occurs when fluid-filled sacs near the joints called bursae become inflamed, most commonly at the shoulders, hips, knees, elbows, or even the buttocks.
Stress leads to shorter telomeres. People with shorter telomeres are at greater risk for several major diseases, including heart disease and some forms of cancer.
Increased eye pressure isn’t always an accurate way to detect glaucoma. Sometimes you can have normal eye pressure and still have the condition. That’s called normal-tension glaucoma (NTG).
Nutrition Facts labels can help people make better food choices. Key to reading a label is to note serving size and calories per serving, but ignore percent daily values.
It appears that activities such as reading a book or writing can help slow the rate of memory decline in old age.
Use of blood thinners requires caution with other drugs, especially painkillers called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Taking blood thinners and NSAIDs together can raise the risk of bleeding.