Category: health-letter

The FDA is giving companies until 2018 to either stop using partially hydrogenated oils in foods or file for an FDA okay to keep using them.

It appears that people with persistent symptoms of severe depression are twice as likely to suffer a stroke as people with mild symptoms.

It appears that cognitive behavior therapy may help people with chronic insomnia and no underlying medical problems fall asleep faster.

Why can?t doctors decide if vitamin supplements are good for your health, or not?

Aging may affect vision, hearing, coordination, thinking, visuospatial skills, or reaction time, any of which can have a direct impact on driving. Driver assessment programs help people overcome weaknesses behind the wheel.

Sunlight can cause a reaction when a person is taking certain prescription drugs, such as some diuretics, antibiotics, antihistamines, anti-arrhythmics, antiseizure medicines, and antidepressants.

For people who are not already eating a healthy diet, or are not eating enough healthy foods, nutrient-dense foods can help fill in the gaps.

Couples have a better chance of staying together, no matter what their age, if they work at keeping their relationship healthy.

Even moderate amounts of alcohol may be associated with heart damage among adults older than age 65.

When taking part in physical rehabilitation, one can improve the odds of a good outcome by setting goals, communicating with the rehab team, going to every appointment, and continuing with exercises or lifestyle changes in between appointments.